Senior Director, Tech
San Francisco
Account Team /
Full-time /
Hybrid
Who are we, you ask?
We are a company that focuses on bringing out the best in our teams. We are Results-Driven and Passionate. Daily, we focus on ensuring that every deliverable yields results for our clients and their businesses.
We are Gutsy and Curious. We know how to dig for the nuggets that not only enhance our client’s brands but allow us to push the industry to think bigger, bolder, and broader. With our engaging storytelling capabilities, digital and social knowledge and thought-provoking campaigns, we drive our client’s business forward and enjoy every minute of it.
But on top of all of that, We are Real.
We encourage all of our employees to be themselves. When you decide to join us, you’re signing up for an organization that believes in learning from mistakes. We believe in mentorship, coaching, development, and growth. We seek out diversity and truly believe that different thoughts and ideas can only add to the tapestry of our company, the industry, and society as a whole.
If you’re still wondering who we are?
We are Nectar Communications…and we have a seat waiting for you - won’t you join us?
Intrigued? Read on.
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Rare opportunity to be a key lead for one of Nectar’s most strategic, high-profile, and fastest-growing accounts. This kind of role is few and far between in the agency world - the experience you gain has the potential to change the trajectory of your career. Plus, you’d be a Nectarine, and Nectarines are awesome.
This Hybrid/Remote role is responsible for top-level strategy, program development, and ultimate success of the account, inclusive of results and client and team happiness. Plus as a Sr. Account Director, you’ll play an integral role on the Nectar management team.
Day-to-day you will be developing strategic communications plans and serve as a primary senior contact providing strong counsel while anticipating client needs and interacting with senior-level client contacts and co-managing an annual multi-million dollar account.
You will serve as a mentor, manager, and lead example for all account teams on client management, quality assurance, staff development, and strategic guidance. As a coach you enjoy providing career development and growth and the teams’ wins are your wins.
We operate in a casual and collaborative hybrid environment but are very serious about producing high-quality work with unparalleled results. As a leader of the Nectar team, you will also be expected to drive agency-wide efforts like new business, contribute to the culture, and live Nectar’s values of Gutsy, Curious and Collaborative.
What You’ll Do:
Client Counsel & Communication - Provide the highest caliber of client service and executive level counsel and strategic client communications
Strategy & Counsel - Demonstrate a deep understanding of client brands and communication goals; understands the market position and competitive set; the ability to connect the dots and provide strategic recommendations based on knowledge and understanding of the industry players and climate
Account Management - Independently run account work streams; develop and execute strategic programs and initiatives; manage annual budgets and staffing for success
Stellar Work - Ensure quality work from the team to meet/exceed client expectations
Media Relations - High-stakes and high touch media relations, guide overall media strategy and campaigns; maintain and build relationships with the press, and have a consistent pulse on what’s happening in the industry
Integrated Communications - have an understanding of paid and earned communications and how they work together to produce the best results for clients
Agency Development - Oversee internal account teams; provide guidance and create development opportunities for staff at all levels
Industry Expert - Hold a deep roster of industry contacts and actively network for business opportunities as well as talent.
What You’ll Bring:
8 + years in tech public relations, media relations, or corporate communications
4-5 years of direct experience managing teams
Experience with B2B and enterprise technology, product PR, and corporate communications
Experience with start-ups and large accounts
Collaborative team player
Excellent verbal, research, writing, editing and client interaction skills
Extremely detail-oriented, organized and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Has a passion and curiosity of learning
Servant-Leader mindset
What We Offer:
Highly competitive salary
Annual bonus opportunity
Health, dental, vision and chiropractic/acupuncture insurance
Paid parental leave
401k with company match
Flexible Vacation Policy
Cell phone reimbursement
Mental health services
Wellness reimbursement
Location: Flexible Remote/Hybrid working environment
Weekly lunch stipend and office snacks
Salary: $150,000-160,000
What We Stand For:
Nectar PR is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Nectar Communications values equity, diversity, Inclusion and belonging and is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
$150,000 - $160,000 a year
Please keep in mind, Salaries are commensurate with experience.
