Account Executive, Public Affairs

About Us

Forbes Tate Partners, LLC (FTP) is a full-service bipartisan government and public affairs advocacy firm based in Washington, D.C. FTP provides a combination of creative thinking and established expertise in the core services of government relations, public affairs, digital services, and strategic consulting. We work closely with government officials, C-Suite executives from Fortune 100 companies, and leaders to some of America’s most dynamic organizations and have developed working relationships with local, state, national, and international policymakers. At FTP, everyone is hands-on “doer”—whether jobs are big or small, all team members are expected roll up their sleeves and contribute as needed.

FTP is also one of the founding member companies of Public Policy Holding Company, Inc., providing us with the unique ability to collaborate with both domestic and international leading government relations and public affairs firms to best serve client needs, and to provide employees with the benefits that come from working in a publicly traded company (LSE).

How To Apply

Interested parties should send their resume, cover letter, and one writing sample (three pages or less) to careers@forbes-tate.com with the subject line of the position and departments (i.e. Analyst, Public Affairs). Please save each attachment with your full name (first and last name) and document title. For example: John Smith Resume, John Smith Cover Letter, John Smith Writing Sample.

No calls, emails, or faxes please. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Position Overview

The Account Executive plays a key role in the Public Affairs team through conducting research on policy events, drafting public-facing communications materials, assisting with social media campaigns, and attending client meetings. Our Public Affairs team crafts and executes sophisticated communication strategies that help our clients connect with and influence key stakeholders across industries - from innovative healthcare solutions to cutting-edge technology, from global finance to national defense. As part of our team, you'll develop comprehensive engagement strategies, identify and analyze target audiences, and create persuasive messaging that resonates with decision-makers. This role combines strategic thinking, creative storytelling, and the excitement of seeing your work influence positive change in the public sphere, while working with diverse clients who are leaders in their fields. The ideal candidate will be a team player that thrives in a collaborative environment and has a natural curiosity for the industry.

As an Account Executive, you will:

·      Develop and maintain general knowledge of legislation, public policy, and current events relevant to clients.

·      Draft content including press releases, one-pagers, case studies, op-eds, website copy, social media, grassroots action alerts, and client reports.

·      Assist in the development of social media campaigns (organic and paid).

·      Maintain active communication, interface, and coordinate with state field teams on specific client projects.

·      Provide support for client events including event planning, vendor outreach, logistics, and event staffing.

·      Simultaneously support client-facing projects as well as internal projects for FTP.

·      Attend client meetings to take diligent notes, update agendas, and coordinate follow-ups.

·      Perform other duties as necessary to achieve departmental goals.

To be successful, you will need:

·      Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or equivalent experience

·      Minimum 2-4 years of professional experience

·      Organizational skills and responsiveness while juggling multiple priorities

·      Familiarity with technological platforms including Microsoft Office Suite and major social media services

·      Ability to leverage social media platforms to advance key causes, issues, and advocacy initiatives

·      An eye for design and understanding of design tools, such as Canva, HubSpot, WordPress, and SurveyMonkey

·      Strong research, writing, and editing skills including attention to grammatical detail, clarity, speed, and accuracy

·      Desire to continuously learn and develop skills in writing and critical analysis

·      Ability to leverage social media platforms to advance key causes, issues, and advocacy initiatives

·      Proven ability to operate with integrity and ethics, and maintain the highest standards of confidentiality

·      High level of detail and demonstrated work output with little/no errors

·      Sense of urgency; willingness and ability to meet and exceed established deadlines without sacrificing quality

·      Organizational agility

We prefer that you have:

·      Major in political science, public policy, government, or related

·      Industry specific professional experience, such as work on political campaigns, in private sector communications, on Capitol Hill, within the executive branch, in media, in management consulting, or for trade associations

·      Strong Microsoft Excel skills

·      Proficiency with data and media analysis tools or data metric analysis

What We Offer:

·      Generous PTO policy of 4 weeks per year

·      Competitive coverage for employees and families Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

·      3 months paid Maternity/Paternity

·      401K plan with traditional and Roth options

·      $80 monthly phone stipend

·      Opportunities to enroll in Flexible Spending accounts and Commuting accounts

·      Company paid basic life insurance of $50,000, long-term disability, and short-term disability coverage

·      Company paid access to a wide range of health and well-being resources and services including telephonic counseling, legal advice, and other services

·      Salary Range: ($57,683-$67,000)

Additional Information

While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle, feel, or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Forbes Tate Partners, LLC (FTP) is an equal-opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. FTP does not discriminate based on disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.