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Senior Account Executive, Health Services


Company : Ketchum U.S.


Location : chicago, IL


Created : 2024-07-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About KetchumAs a global communications consultancy with 100 years of experience, Ketchum is a trusted partner who is equal parts creative and analytical. Ketchum is a place where all perspectives and points of view are welcome and encouraged. We are a collection of communications specialists, content creators, creatives, researchers, data analysts, media pros, digital strategists, issues and crisis counselors, and tech nerds. And we love when those worlds collide to create the very best teams and solutions for our clients. We work with the world's leading brands, emerging start-ups, and everything in between. We are beyond proud to have created some of the most celebrated and award-winning campaigns in our industry. We're just crazy enough to think we can impact the world - and how it responds to ideas - through encourage our employees to be curious, brave, inspiring, and a force for good. Let's talk. Come belong at Ketchum!We are looking for a Senior Account Executive to join our Health Services team! Responsibilities: Proactively, efficiently, and independently manage projects for healthcare and pharma accounts Day-to-day client contact on projects; keeps teams informed of all updates and progress and identifies any emerging account problems. Establish relationships with key stakeholders, vendors, and clients and maintain regular contact. Proactively offer and implement new ways to meet client needs. Knowledge in using social media platforms to drive brand awareness and engagement. Ability to actively participate in the development and execution of social media plans. Be a hands-on team player adding value, sharing creative ideas, and executing digital programs. Develop accurate project budgets and monitor them effectively. Prioritize own work, meet deadlines, actively communicate progress and deliverables. Develop and monitor program plans and budgets for profitability; report status to client and agency management on a regular basis. Play key role in account activities including special events, media events, media relations, social media, desk-side briefings, program implementation, etc. Stays current on trends in the healthcare industry. Qualifications: We're looking for required skills, which can come from any combination of education and experience. Diversity of thought and background are encouraged. Typical qualifications include: Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, Marketing or a related field preferred Three to five years of experience in a public relations agency or similar positionAbility to work in a multi-faceted, fast-paced environment The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, education, years of experience, past training, skills and abilities of applicant, internal equity and local geographic market data. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available. #LI-HybridWhat We OfferHybrid Workplace: Three days a week in the officeRobust benefits program, effective within 30 days of hirePaid maternity/paternity leaveFamily Forming BenefitsEmployee Recognition ProgramGenerous paid time off includes vacation, wellness, and extended holiday scheduleVarious development opportunities to enhance personal and professional lifeTuition reimbursementMonthly Cell Phone & Wi-Fi reimbursementInterested? We've got an opportunity for you.