Assistant Account Executive, Corporate Affairs

Overview

Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.

Burson is part of WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP).

Burson is seeking an Assistant Account Executive to support a portfolio of corporate, consumer, and financial services clients across multiple industries. This role provides hands-on experience supporting integrated communications programs, including media relations, influencer engagement, stakeholder communications, and corporate reputation initiatives.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, curious, and eager to learn, with the ability to manage multiple work streams in a fast-paced, collaborative agency environment. This position offers exposure to cross-functional account teams, senior leadership, and high-impact communications work.

• Conduct daily media monitoring across national, regional, trade, and digital outlets; prepare and distribute monitoring reports and status updates on consistent timelines.
• Track and flag emerging coverage, trends, and social conversations to support proactive insights development and issue awareness.
• Support media and influencer relations efforts by researching reporters and creators, building and maintaining media lists, and assisting with pitch development.
• Draft and edit communications materials including media pitches, press releases, briefing documents, campaign summaries, status reports, and trend reports under senior guidance.
• Support integrated communications programs across corporate, consumer, and financial services work streams, including campaign activations and tentpole moments.
• Participate in internal and client meetings, capturing notes, action items, and next steps; contribute ideas and observations when appropriate.
• Assist with research, case studies, and materials for client presentations, new business proposals, pitches, and award submissions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional colleagues and external partners to support high-quality client delivery and day-to-day account coordination.

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• 0–1 years of internship or entry-level experience in public relations, communications, corporate affairs, public policy, or an agency environment.
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and research skills.
• Understanding of the current media landscape, including national, regional, trade, and digital outlets.
• Familiarity with media monitoring tools such as Muck Rack, Brandwatch, News Whip, or similar platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
• Professional interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and functions.
• Interest in corporate reputation, issues management, and complex communications challenges.

Burson is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package;  for more details:

The base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range between:

$35,000—$75,000 USD

Our vision is for Burson to be the leading ‘academy company’ for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today’s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is…