Senior Account Director
Senior Account Director, Corporate Communications
Branigan Inc., an integrated creative communication company in Milwaukee, is looking for a Senior Account Director, Corporate Communications, to support its client and new business needs.
The senior account director’s role is to manage communications strategies and deliver meaningful outcomes for Branigan’s clients, as well as amplify our commitment to achieve an extremely high level of client service, strategic consulting and professionalism. Branigan operates on the concept of self-governance and the first principles that inspired America’s founders. We stress the importance of self-discipline, personal responsibility, humility and a great sense of humor in our culture.
Senior Account Director, Corporate Communications, responsibilities include but not limited to the following:
Responsibilities
· Manage Branigan’s Strategic Communications Unit: lead communications strategy; develop and fortify client relationships; further the company’s reputation in communications; and oversee a team of five
- Develop and execute integrated marketing communications strategies on behalf of clients
- Manage crisis communications and reputation management function
- Serves as a counselor to clients – inspire trust, always be professional and constructive
- Continually build understanding and knowledge of clients’ business and competitive environments; apply this information in preparing and presenting strategically focused programs and recommendations
· Serve as a member of Branigan’s Senior Leadership Team (SLT), which works collaboratively to ensure company success and employee satisfaction/retention
- Develop and monitor program plans and budgets for billability and profitability; report status to client and company management on a regular basis
- Develop and strategize new business leads where applicable
Qualifications
· At least 7-10 years of experience in corporate communications and/or public relations working with B2B and/or B2C industries
· A bachelor’s degree in corporate communications, journalism, public relations, English or related field
· Experience in supporting crisis communications and reputation management
· Willingness to work in a dynamic, nimble, team-oriented environment
· Ability to collaborate with multiple clients simultaneously and manage deadlines
· Excellent organizational skills
Compensation and Benefits
We offer other good stuff too: competitive salaries, company-sponsored health insurance, 401(k) match, profit sharing, monthly gym membership discounts, mobile phone reimbursement, work from home Tuesdays and Fridays, flexibility, paid maternity/paternity leave, a new business incentive program and more.
In addition to benefits, Branigan has built a fun company culture that includes team-building activities. We also facilitate a comprehensive wellness program and offer summer hours.