Public Relations Assistant Account Executive – NY Health Team
Location: Remote; NYC Preferred
FINN Partners is seeking applicants interested in joining our health communications practice, supporting clients across biopharma, biotech, health advocacy/non-profit and other leading healthcare organizations. If you are interested in working alongside some of the best and brightest in the industry to make a meaningful impact across the health ecosystem and a positive difference in the world, then a role with the FINN Partners NY Health Team may be right for you!
Ideal candidates will have prior public relations internship experience, preferably working on communications campaigns for health clients, though experience in other industries is also valued. This is a full-time, hourly position (approximately 40 hours per week). This is not an internship role, and it is not a sales position. This full-time, direct-hire position offers terrific benefits and perks:
Generous vacation, personal, holiday, and sick days off; up to 5 Winter Break paid days off between Christmas and New Year’s Day; up to 5 additional Summer Days off
Travel and consumer discounts (from rental cars to cell phones and more)
Wellness subsidy
401K Plan
Outstanding insurance/benefits package
Career mentorship from the best PR pros in the business
Professional growth opportunities within our award-winning global PR agency
Now that we’ve (hopefully) sold you on us, let’s talk about this role and our team:
Responsibilities:
Assist in writing and distributing pitch letters, news releases, backgrounders, fact sheets, bios, newsletters, and other health communications materials
Write, proofread, and edit client-related documents, including pitches, press materials, news releases, and other editorial content
Compile comprehensive, targeted media lists, actively pitch media and secure earned media coverage
Support client media briefings, events, speaking opportunities and develop award submissions
Develop relationships with external audiences, including media, event organizers, advocacy contacts, and third-party stakeholders, to support client messaging
Monitor, track and report earned, owned and social media coverage of client news and competitor developments
Efficiently research key client topics to develop landscape analyses, media insights and identity thought leadership opportunities
Provide general account support, including participation in client meetings; agenda and recap development, tracker management and internal and external deadlines
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in communications, PR, journalism, public health or related field
Familiarity with public relations/communications programs as evidenced through completed college coursework, internships, or related work experience
Prior work experience or PR internships in public relations or communications role
A motivated, self-starter with excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines
Strong written, verbal and storytelling skills
Knowledge of social media tools and design platforms such as Canva, LinkedIn, X/Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram
Experience with research and measurement tools (e.g., Cision, Meltwater) is a plus
Our ideal teammate:
Goes above and beyond: Strong problem-solving skills and a personal commitment to enhancing efficiency and exceeding expectations, benefiting both the agency and its clients
Shoots to amaze: self-initiated behavior that takes accountability and responsibility and acts proactively; willingness to raise their hand for new challenges and come to the table with new ideas
Has curiosity: Possesses a strong desire to immerse yourself in the health sector and deepen your understanding and knowledge of public relations
Is passionate about making a difference: Dedicate your time to a cause larger than yourself - our role is to provide patients, caregivers, and HCPs with valuable information
Thinks outside of the box: Curious, open-minded and never satisfied with the status quo; always looking for ways to improve and optimize for our team and clients
Work hard, play nice: friendly, driven, curious, excited, eager to learn and have a positive attitude
Finn Partners is the fastest-growing integrated marketing firm in the United States and was recently named “2025 30 Best Healthcare PR Agencies in the World” and has been awarded “Best Agencies to Work For” for four consecutive years by PRovoke, the PR industry’s de facto authority. We offer a collaborative, non-hierarchical environment and an opportunity to grow, share your ideas, expand your mind, and empower your career.
Anticipated Salary: $24.00/hour to $25.00/hour for this full-time, non-exempt, direct hire position. Salary is commensurate with experience and dependent upon the location.
Please upload your resume and cover letter detailing your prior work experience and indicate your desired salary in $US Dollars.
About FINN Partners: FINN Partners was launched in 2011 to realize Peter Finn’s vision to create a leading communications agency dedicated to shaping a bold new future in which innovation and partnership are strong drivers of the brand. FINN Partners specializes in the full spectrum of communications services, including digital and social media. Practice areas include arts, consumer lifestyle & sports, corporate social responsibility, education, health, manufacturing, financial services, technology, travel, and public affairs.
We are entrepreneurial-minded, global, and focused on integrated programs that bring to life the world-changing technologies, products, and services of our client partners. Our company culture celebrates delighting our clients with innovative and creative campaigns and programs, and we provide opportunities for our employees to conduct career-meaningful work in a creative, fast-paced, collaborative, and fun environment. We work hard and play nice.
Headquartered in New York City, the agency has 1,400+ employees, with offices in 34 cities around the world.