Business Development Associate - Rubenstein Public Relations
New York, NY
About the Job
Rubenstein Public Relations (RPR) is a leading, full-service, mid-size public relations agency based in New York. With more than 30 years of experience, we have built a reputation for launching and tipping brands, while placing top-tier broadcasting within print and digital. We represent a compelling roster of clients in business, technology, real estate, finance, luxury consumer products, sustainability, entertainment, health and wellness, social impact, and the nonprofit sector.
RPR strives to paint a landscape that is unique in the world of PR. We offer a versatile, entrepreneurial atmosphere, with a nontraditional approach in a collaborative environment. We hire go-getters, and seek diverse talent and motivated individuals, and we are committed to creating a vibrant and successful team.
Position:
RPR is seeking a Business Development Associate to help build and shape the future of our company and its brand. We are looking for an ideal candidate who is an ambitious, sales-oriented, strategic professional. This role requires an individual who can combine a solid understanding of the PR industry with creative selling skills to forge deals with a wide variety of clients across various industry sectors. This position is an exciting opportunity for a rewarding career in business development.
*This is an in-office role Monday through Thursday at our Midtown Manhattan office. Fridays are remote.
Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
RPR offers a competitive compensation and benefits package with an exciting and engaging work environment. We are committed to hiring and developing extraordinary talent and are dedicated to creating diverse teams to bring the best results to everything we do. We look forward to getting to know you.
To comply with equal pay and salary transparency laws in various locations, the Company believes the target range of base compensation for this role is $60k-$65k/yr. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and location.
RPR strives to paint a landscape that is unique in the world of PR. We offer a versatile, entrepreneurial atmosphere, with a nontraditional approach in a collaborative environment. We hire go-getters, and seek diverse talent and motivated individuals, and we are committed to creating a vibrant and successful team.
Position:
RPR is seeking a Business Development Associate to help build and shape the future of our company and its brand. We are looking for an ideal candidate who is an ambitious, sales-oriented, strategic professional. This role requires an individual who can combine a solid understanding of the PR industry with creative selling skills to forge deals with a wide variety of clients across various industry sectors. This position is an exciting opportunity for a rewarding career in business development.
*This is an in-office role Monday through Thursday at our Midtown Manhattan office. Fridays are remote.
Responsibilities:
- Interact with current and potential clients
- Prepare and review consulting agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and new business proposals and plans
- Draft contract agreements for potential clients and billing memos
- Revise all marketing materials, as appropriate, including quarterly clip books
- Clearly articulate the special benefits and advantages that RPR’s services provide for clients
- Create case studies for new business meetings
- Prepare legal books for outside counsel and maintain correspondence
- Work with the New Business Development Director to research new business leads
- Research, identify, and generate additional business opportunities for RPR
- Manage new business pipeline and consistently update its database
- Develop and maintain target lead list each quarter
- Schedule all new business meetings and support Vice President of New Business
Required Qualifications:
- BS/BA in PR, marketing, business communications, or related field
- 3+ years of new business development experience in the PR/marketing industry; PR agency experience especially preferred
- Ability to effectively communicate with clients and high-level executives
- Impeccable writing skills and excellent phone etiquette
- Possess a professional and positive demeanor
- Proven ability to prioritize, be assertive, detailed-oriented, and self-starting with a willingness to take ownership and oversee projects to their full completion
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
RPR offers a competitive compensation and benefits package with an exciting and engaging work environment. We are committed to hiring and developing extraordinary talent and are dedicated to creating diverse teams to bring the best results to everything we do. We look forward to getting to know you.
At Rubenstein PR we prioritize diversity. We celebrate difference and embed it into every aspect of our workplace and product, as well as our community. Rubenstein PR is proud and committed to providing equal opportunity employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, Rubenstein PR will provide accommodations to individuals with disabilities or a special needs
To comply with equal pay and salary transparency laws in various locations, the Company believes the target range of base compensation for this role is $60k-$65k/yr. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and location.
Source : Rubenstein Public Relations