Account Executive, Financial Services Communications

About this role

We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging. Consistent with this approach, we hire the best qualified candidates for all positions.


Edelman Smithfield is a global financial communications firm with the power and scope of Edelman, the world’s largest integrated communications company. We specialize in financial markets and strategic situations, serving clients in the United States, Canada, EMEA, APAC, and beyond. Edelman Smithfield offers a deep and talented bench of approximately 250 financial market specialists across more than 25 cities and 15 countries.


Edelman Smithfield advises senior leaders and management teams navigating complex matters that impact reputation and valuation and has deep expertise in serving and communicating to the financial markets.


We are seeking a strategic, detail-oriented, and highly organized
Account Executive
to join the Edelman Smithfield team.


Key Responsibilities

• Collaborating in the development of communication plans tailored to meet client goals.
• Orchestrating traditional and integrated outreach initiatives efficiently.
• Managing multiple projects from inception to fruition, ensuring adherence to deadlines and budgets by proactively addressing challenges.
• Nurturing relationships with clients and colleagues across all hierarchical levels.
• Consistently delivering high-caliber internal and external communication materials.
• Contributing to the new business process through idea generation, research, and proposal preparation.
• Pursuing continuous learning and setting ambitious goals for personal and professional growth.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Business, Journalism, Public Policy, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of one year of experience in communications, public affairs, or public rela...