Account Executive, Public Relations (Health)
Highwire · Chicago, Illinois, United States; Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Posted 15 days ago · $54,000 to $62,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 15 days Highwire 's roles stay open a median of 43 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 90% of Highwire 's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Highwire
- high 45 stale, 0 reposted of 92 open
- Hiring momentum
- 152 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Highwire 's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Highwire .
About this role
As an Account Executive on the Health team at Highwire, you will support client programs in healthcare communications, focusing on media relations, content development, and project management. Your role involves researching industry trends, writing engaging content, and building relationships with media to enhance client visibility. You will collaborate with team members to ensure integrated program delivery and contribute to a supportive team environment.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Highwire as an employer.
What you need
- 2–3 years of PR or communications experience in an agency setting
- Background in healthcare, life sciences, or health-tech sectors
- Strong writing and editing skills with an eye for detail and clarity
- Experience supporting media relations and securing coverage
- Strong organization and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment
- Curiosity about emerging technology trends and storytelling opportunities
What you get
- Competitive salary with merit-based opportunities for growth
- Flexible hybrid work model tailored to your schedule and lifestyle
- Generous vacation policy, including extended summer and winter breaks
- Early log-off on Fridays through our Empower Hours program
- 401(k) plan with employer matching
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus FSA options
Worth weighing
- Salary range provided is $54,000 to $62,000, which may vary based on multiple factors
- Role involves navigating complex healthcare topics, which may require a steep learning curve
- Position may require balancing multiple client accounts and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
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Listed by Highwire on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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