Senior Account Executive - Microsoft Trustworthy Computing Team

Waggener Edstrom Worldwide (WE) is a global, integrated communications agency. For the past 25 years, the independently owned firm has developed strategic communications programs for innovative and world-changing clients, working to influence markets, inspire people and improve lives. In 2008, WE was named European Technology Agency of the Year, and in 2006 was named Best Large Agency to Work For by the Holmes Report. WE has also earned numerous honors for its outstanding work on behalf of clients, its exceptional people, and its innovation in communications. The agency has more than 800 employees in 16 offices around the world, and its Global Alliance program expands the agency’s reach to 13 additional international markets. WE offers six global practices: Corporate Communications, Consumer Marketing, Environment, Healthcare, Public Affairs and Technology.

 

This position would support the Microsoft Trustworthy Computing business driving forward one of Microsoft's top strategic business initiatives: building greater trust in computing through tight integration/partnership with other Microsoft teams, and strong, focused story-telling with influentials. The Microsoft Trustworthy Computing group specifically focuses on driving awareness around Microsoft's broad security and privacy efforts to strengthen user trust in computing across multiple audiences, including, technical, business, consumer, and elite audiences. The team works closely with many product groups and international business owners to ensure that the Microsoft Trustworthy Computing objectives and vision are represented appropriately in their communications activities. We have a fast paced environment and will require close communication among team members and the willingness to help out where needed. The successful candidate is a strong team player, has great listening skills, takes initiative, has confidence and displays curiosity.

 

Background Required:

Education

• Bachelors degree or above in communications, journalism or related field preferred

 

Experience Preferred

• At least 4 years experience in PR, preferably in an agency setting and/or within the high tech industry.  5-6 years experience preferred.

• Demonstrated understanding of what the media values

• Has established editor and/or analyst relationships and has proactively placed stories

• At least 2 years managing a client relationship

• At least 1-2 years experience managing individuals or a team

• Worked under client and influential deadlines

• Has written and developed press materials

• Developed and executed a PR plan/s

• Conducted press meetings and/or led a press tour

 

How to Apply:Waggener Edstrom Worldwide believes its people are its greatest asset. The company offers outstanding professional development and competitive compensation and benefits.  Waggener Edstrom Worldwide also provides relocation assistance.  Please submit your resume (in a Word document only please) via our website at www.WaggenerEdstrom.com/careers  Job 3513