Account Executive, Corporate Communications
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Salary$60k – $68k
LocationNew York City, Portland, San Francisco, Seattle, New York • Portland, Oregon • San Francisco, California • Seattle, Washington
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience2–3 yrs
Department1006 Tech - MS Corporate
Company size201–500 people
PostedOct 22, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live1d ago
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2-3 years of experience in integrated communications/PR, preferably in an agency setting and/or within an applicable industry
Understanding of communications workflows
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (particularly Outlook, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Experience using AI tools like Copilot
Strong customer service mindset and ability to build positive, professional relationships with clients and team members
Interest in media relations and willingness to learn how to research reporters, support outreach, and contribute to pitching efforts
Strong attention to detail and writing skills, familiarity with AP style
Interest in news and the role of media
Ability to organize information and turn it into clear, concise content for different audiences
Proactive, dependable, and willing to take ownership of assigned tasks
Desire to work in a fast-paced team environment
Ability to read, write, and speak English
Experience working with colleagues or clients across multiple locations
May need to work more than 40 hours per week on occasion
Skills
Microsoft Office
Outlook
Word
SharePoint
PowerPoint
Excel
AI tools
Copilot
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
HSA
FSA
PTO
Paid holidays
Wellness break
Summer fridays
Personal days
Short term disability
Long term disability
Parental leave
Caregiver leave
Community engagement leave
Wellness credits
Home office support
Technology credit
401(k)
Learning and development
About Us
At We., we’ve spent decades at the intersection of technology and humanity, bridging the gap between what businesses create and how people experience those creations. We’ve learned that beneath even the most unruly situations — whether it’s a global crisis, an emerging technology, or a sweeping organizational change—lies a simple human need. That need could be for trust, connection, safety, or a sense of purpose. But it’s always there. And it is only by uncovering these truths that we can make real, meaningful progress.
About the Role
As an Account Executive, you will support communications strategies and media engagement for Microsoft’s business. This role involves coordinating day-to-day client needs, supporting PR campaigns, media relations, and producing news analysis, reports, and communications materials. Ideal candidates are proactive, detail-oriented communicators with strong writing and analytical skills, an eagerness to grow their client and media-relations experience, and a passion for helping organizations communicate clearly in moments that matter.
Responsibilities
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Support media cycles across corporate issues and company news announcements by monitoring developments, gathering inputs, updating trackers, and helping the team execute responses in fast-paced environments.
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Monitor media coverage, industry trends, competitive activity, and emerging issues; summarize key developments and help identify implications for clients and teams.
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Support day-to-day client and internal team needs by preparing updates, tracking action items, coordinating follow-ups, and helping keep workstreams on schedule.
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Coordinate with client, agency, and partner teams to gather information, organize inputs, confirm next steps, and support program execution.
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Develop relationships with reporters, industry influencers, and content creators by maintaining media lists and supporting outreach.
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Participate in planning sessions and brainstorms by contributing research, observations, and ideas for storytelling and audience engagement.
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Come ready to ask thoughtful questions, form a point of view, and manage multi-step tasks and projects. Be proactive to move work forward.
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Practice a “learn it all” mindset where you are open to and implement constructive feedback and coaching. Model agency values. Share your experience through mentoring and team camaraderie.
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Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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2-3 years of experience in integrated communications/PR, preferably in an agency setting and/or within an applicable industry. Understanding of communications workflows.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (particularly Outlook, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Excel) and experience using AI tools like Copilot.
Preferred Qualifications
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Strong customer service mindset and ability to build positive, professional relationships with clients and team members.
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Interest in media relations and willingness to learn how to research reporters, support outreach, and contribute to pitching efforts.
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Strong attention to detail and writing skills, familiarity with AP style
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Interest in news and the role of media.
•
Ability to organize information and turn it into clear, concise content for different audiences.
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Proactive, dependable, and willing to take ownership of assigned tasks.
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Desire to work in a fast-paced team environment (frequent tight deadlines, shifting priorities, multitasking, etc.; job pressure may exist from requirement of handling multiple tasks
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Ability to read, write, and speak English and experience working with colleagues or clients across multiple locations
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May need to work more than 40 hours per week on occasion
Compensation
The base annual salary range for this role, applicable across all U.S. locations, is outlined below. The actual salary may vary based on several factors such as business requirements, job responsibilities, skills, experience, and geographical location.
Salary Range
$60,000—$68,000 USD
Benefits
As part of our commitment to the success and well-being of our team, regular employees working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for the following benefits:
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Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage
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Pretax accounts including HSA (company match), Medical & Dependent Care FSA
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Generous time off including PTO, Holidays, Annual Wellness Break, Summer Fridays and Personal Days
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Short & Long-Term Disability, paid by company
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Parental Leave, up to 12 weeks for birthing and non-birthing parent
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Caregiver Leave, up to 2 weeks to help eligible family member with serious health condition
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Community Engagement, up to 24 hours
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Bi-annual Wellness Credits, up to $300 per year
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Support with home office equipment
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Monthly Technology Credit (to offset internet / phone costs)
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401(k) Traditional and Roth options with company match
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Learning and Development Programs for our employees
Legal
Equal Opportunity: We. provides equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against an employee or applicant because of age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or other legally protected class status.
Diversity and Inclusion: We. values a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to creating a workplace where everyone thrives. We promote an atmosphere in which diversity of people and ideas are welcomed and valued. Diversity includes differences in race, religion, gender identity or expression, age, lifestyle, ethnic background and sexual orientation as well as differences in experiences and ideas.
North America non-remote employees are required to come into the office 3 days a week.