Communication Specialist IV

Communication Specialist IV – Account Manager — Long-term W2 contract (approximately 3 years). Hybrid role (on-site 3 days per week after onboarding) based in either Raleigh or Charlotte, NC.

Required Experience ("Must Haves")

8+ years of account management and / or creative project management experience

Agency experience or experience working within an in-house agency model preferred

Overview

The Communications Consultant – Account Manager is responsible for managing the development and execution of communications projects to ensure message and brand consistency and alignment with corporate strategies. This includes marketing and brand campaigns, promotion of products and services, and leveraging strategies across multiple channels.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Serve as the Account Manager and key communications strategist, advisor, and coordinator for advertising, brand, and creative communications initiatives.

Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of communications plans based on client needs and business objectives.

Coordinate with internal stakeholders to support planning and evaluation processes.

Act as the primary point of contact for clients on communications projects.

Develop and manage project plans, including schedules and budgets.

Build and maintain strong client relationships through a deep understanding of client business goals, customers, and challenges.

Maintain open and effective communication, including appropriate in-person engagement and meeting participation.

Collaborate closely with creative teams (copywriters, designers) to ensure work is on-strategy, high quality, timely, and cost-efficient.

Follow established workflows and processes.

Partner with digital communications teams to enhance online marketing channels and ensure adherence to processes.

Be available to support after-hours crisis or emergency communications as a secondary Account Manager for limited periods during the year.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, English, or a related field

8+ years of account management experience

Experience in advertising, branding, and marketing communications

Strong analysis and project management skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience producing integrated campaigns (e.g., print, video, digital, social media, radio)

Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint)

Experience using a work management system (e.g., Workamajig or similar)

Ability to resolve communications issues with clients and stakeholders

Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships

Experience providing strategic communications counsel

Comfort working in a highly matrixed environment

Demonstrated ability to tie communications strategy to measurable business outcomes

Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple stakeholders

Self-motivated with minimal supervision

Industry-specific experience is a plus

Familiarity with Kanban or similar workflow methodologies is a plus

Additional Information

Occasional overtime may be required to support special projects or crisis response (approximately 10–15% annually).

The pay for this W-2 position ranges from $48.03-$49.60 per hour. This position may be eligible for PTO, health and dental insurance, and / or 401(k) benefits upon meeting certain length of service and hours requirements.

Mathys+Potestio values applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender, gender identity and / or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing / Editing

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting

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