PR Associate Account Executive - entry level

Who We Are:

The Bliss Group is an analytics-driven marketing communications firm that is centered on strong values and a commitment to training you to accelerate your personal career development.   Our continued growth is opening up new opportunities for all levels within our firm, particularly in healthcare, technology, financial and professional services and social purpose.   We are always looking for team members who are passionate about our industry, our clients and making a difference in our society.    

Position Overview:
The Bliss Group is hiring an Associate Account Executive who will support ~3-4 accounts across our financial, healthcare, impact and/or professional services practices. This is an entry-level position, with relevant college coursework and/or internships a plus.

Candidates must be eager to learn, be able to collaborate within teams and have a strong interest in our clients’ industries. Exceptional writing skills are an absolute must, as are organizational skills and the ability to masterfully multi-task.  

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Coordinate media relations efforts, including media list development, pitch writing and securing coverage, media monitoring 
• Assist with social shares development
• Participate in content development efforts
• Help facilitate client research requests
• Manage monthly/quarterly client reporting
• Oversee general account admin

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Relevant internship experience is a plus
• Experience with PR/marketing campaigns is a plus
• Have knowledge of and/or strong interest in financial services and/or professional services industries
• Exceptional writing & communication skills 
• Thrives in a highly collaborative and fast-paced environment
• Works effectively within a team, demonstrating coordination, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• Flexible approach; has the ability to shift priorities against changing client and team needs
• Smart, determined, energetic and has a desire to learn  
• Able to grasp complex content
• Intellectual curiosity, a passion for learning about a rapidly evolving industry, and a positive attitude!

Work Location: The position is office-based in our NYC office working a hybrid schedule. 

Salary Range: 47K-50K annually

**“Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A discretionary bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered

Bliss Benefits & Perks: (Only applicable to full time salaried employees)

Competitive Compensation Package including Bonus & Incentive Opportunities
Robust Benefits Program: medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, disability, employer-paid life & disability insurance, commuter benefits, college savings plan (529), employee discounts
401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
Generous Time Off: Flexible PTO Days + Company Holidays including office closure between Christmas and New Year's
FlexTime
Hybrid work schedule
Convenient Midtown Office Location
Great Company Culture. Collaborative, friendly, supportive, of high integrity. We highly value our colleagues.