Account Coordinator​/Assistant Account Executive

Job Title: Account Coordinator / Assistant Account Executive

Type: Full-Time

Job Title: Account Coordinator / Assistant Account Executive

Location: Boston, MA (Hybrid)

Type: Full-Time

At Slowey McManus Communications, we deliver strategic public relations, crisis management, public affairs, and digital communications for clients driving change across multiple sectors, including healthcare, life sciences, technology, non-profits, education, and public policy. Based in Boston, our mid-sized firm offers the high-impact environment of an agency alongside direct mentorship from senior leadership. We pride ourselves on executing thoughtful, results-driven communications strategies for organizations tackling complex challenges.

We are seeking an energetic, detail-oriented Account Coordinator (AC) or Assistant Account Executive (AAE) to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is an emerging communications professional with strong writing skills and keen attention to detail. It is preferred the candidate has interest or experience in medical technology and healthcare communications.

In this position, you will play a crucial supporting role across multiple account teams to assist with both quick turnaround and long-term client projects.

• Media Relations & Pitching: Conduct media research, build targeted media lists using databases (e.g. Cision), track industry trends, and draft compelling pitches, media advisories, and press releases for local, trade, and national media.
• Content Creation: In addition to drafting pitches, media advisories, and press releases, the candidate will also be expected to draft client award submissions, social media copy, and background briefing materials.
• Social Media: Experience creating social media content, including graphics in Canva, photographs, and short videos for SMC’s internal social channels and client social channels as needed. Additional skillsets in video production for client social and website content is a plus.
• Client & Team Support: Maintain thorough client call notes and agendas. Monitor client news coverage and compile media coverage clips using Critical Mention.

• Experience: 0–2 years of experience in public relations, communications, journalism, or a related field. A strong interest or background in healthcare and medical technology communications is preferred.
• Writing & Communication: Clear, concise writing skills with strong attention to grammar, AP style, and narrative flow. Ability to distill technical topics into engaging copy.
• Organization: Highly organized with the ability to manage competing deadlines, prioritize tasks, and execute professional follow-through with clients.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience with PR software (e.g. Cision and Critical Mention), Google Workspace, and basic social media management tools is preferred.
• Education: Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.

• Mentorship & Growth: Direct working relationships with senior partners and experienced staff.
• Hybrid Flexibility: A balanced hybrid work model based in our Boston office (remote Mondays and Fridays, in-person Tuesday through Thursday).
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary opportunities, health and dental coverage, retirement plan, paid time off (PTO), and professional development support.