Account Group Manager - Healthcare

Weber Shandwick, recognized as 2006 Large PR Firm of the Year by PR News and as 'the gold standard' by the Holmes Group in its 2006 Agency Report Card, is a leader in global marketing public relations and corporate communications counseling. Our mission is tied to one goal - winning for our clients. With unparalleled depth and breadth of expertise, the finest talent in the industry and a commitment to delivering measurable results, Weber Shandwick creates what clients need to grow: a legion of believers, supporters, allies and fans. We develop programs designed to move people faster to the highest form of loyalty - advocacy - by mobilizing advocates for our clients early on in the communications process.

The Weber Shandwick Minneapolis office has an exciting opportunity for an Account Group Manager to join our growing Healthcare practice.  This is an opportunity to join an industry leading Healthcare practice and be involved in planning world class public relations programs. Qualified candidates will have experience working with both healthcare clients, and will be creative, well-rounded practitioners who are strong in account management, media relations and writing. Also important is the ability to contribute to strategic thinking and the development and execution of PR programs.

The Account Group Manager’s responsibilities include: Serving as day-to-day client liaison Providing strategic counsel to clients while managing implementation of a variety of projects and client budgets Managing planning and execution of large-scale consumer events National media relations Branding, launching product and strategy Participating in new business initiatives and staff development


Job Qualifications/ Requirements: BA or BS in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism or related field Minimum of 7+ years PR experience required; agency experience requiredStrong media relations skills Experience managing a healthcare public relations account and strong client interactions The ability to contribute to strategic thinking and the development and execution of PR programs.

 

Please Click Here to Apply.

 

Weber Shandwick is an equal opportunity employer.