Communication Specialist IV

Communications Specialist IV – Account Manager

3-Year Contract

Location: Raleigh, NC

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (after onboarding, onsite 3 days per week)

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Key Requirements

• 8 years of account management and/or creative project management experience
• Agency experience or experience supporting an internal creative services organization strongly preferred
• Strong background in marketing, branding, advertising, and integrated communications
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders, projects, budgets, and timelines
  
  

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Communications Specialist IV – Account Manager to lead the development and execution of strategic communications, marketing, and branding initiatives. This role serves as a trusted advisor to internal clients, ensuring projects align with organizational objectives, maintain brand consistency, and deliver measurable business results.

The ideal candidate is a strong relationship builder who thrives in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment and has experience managing integrated campaigns across multiple communication channels.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary communications strategist and account manager for assigned clients and projects.
• Develop, execute, and evaluate communication plans that support business goals and organizational priorities.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, managing project scope, timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships by developing a deep understanding of client objectives, challenges, and customer needs.
• Collaborate with creative teams, including copywriters and designers, to deliver high-quality marketing and communications materials.
• Ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with established workflows and processes.
• Partner with digital communications teams to support online marketing initiatives and channel optimization.
• Provide communications counsel and strategic recommendations to stakeholders.
• Support emergency or crisis communications efforts as a secondary account manager during designated periods throughout the year.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, or a related field.
• 8 years of account management experience.
• Experience in advertising, branding, marketing communications, and project management.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience managing integrated communications campaigns across print, video, digital, social media, and other channels.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint.
• Experience using project or work management systems.
• Ability to build strong client relationships and effectively navigate complex stakeholder environments.
• Demonstrated success developing strategic communications plans tied to measurable business outcomes.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Experience in the energy industry and familiarity with Kanban methodologies are a plus.
  
  

Additional Information

• Occasional overtime may be required to support special projects and crisis response activities (approximately 10–15% annually).
• Candidates must be able to work onsite three days per week following the onboarding period.
  
  

The pay for this W-2 position ranges from $49-$51 per hour. This position may be eligible for PTO, health and dental insurance, and/or 401(k) benefits upon meeting certain length of service and hours requirements. Mathys Potestio values applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.