Brunswick Group is looking for an Account Researcher to join the team! Account Researchers should have at least one year of work experience in a research and/or communications environment.

Analysis & Research Training: Working within the Analysis and & Research Center, Brunswick’s global network of research and information professionals, Account Researchers develop a strong foundation in the research methods, tools and deliverables that underpin Brunswick’s communications advisory business, in both traditional and digital domains.

Client Engagement: Account Researchers also work closely with senior communications professionals on client engagements and internal initiatives across Brunswick’s key specialist sectors and practice areas including M&A, crisis and activism. The position offers valuable experience and opportunities for candidates interested in strategic communications, media, public relations, financial PR, public affairs and employee engagement.

Path to Executive: After 18 to 24 months, Account Researchers who have successfully developed key research and communications skills and have demonstrated proficiency and professionalism in their work supporting clients and internal teams will be considered for promotion to the position of Executive in one of Brunswick’s five U.S. offices.

Account Researchers support the following key business areas:

• Analysis & Research Center (ARC)
• Client teams
• Sector and practice area leadership
• New business development
• Select digital, social media projects and marketing activities

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Conducting background research on industries, companies, people, topics
• Supporting new business efforts by helping staff prepare for pitches and proposals
• Monitoring client news, often in real-time
• Analyzing traditional and social media with qualitative and quantitative methods
• Preparing reporter backgrounders, media lists, story pitches
• Identifying and assessing publicity opportunities for clients
• Performing competitive analyses of clients and peer groups
• Tracking and analyzing key issues and preparing newsletters on timely topics
• Locating and pulling financial data from tools such as Bloomberg
• Drafting and proofing materials such as press releases, stakeholder letters, Q&A transcripts
• Participating in strategy and brainstorm sessions
• Keeping client accounts running smoothly

About you:

• Interest in media, public relations and corporate communications
• Interest in financial, legal, policy and other general business issues
• Basic understanding of financial terminology
• Exceptional research, writing and communication skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and work under tight deadlines
• Problem-solving skills and detail orientation
• Creativity and resourcefulness
• Self-motivation
• Ability to exhibit discretion with confidential client matters
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Experience with Factiva, Bloomberg, Gorkana or any digital media analysis tools
• Experience or internships in a finance, media or PR capacity, a plus

Competitive benefits package including, Health, Vision, Dental, 401K

Brunswick Group is an international corporate advisory firm specializing in business-critical issues.

We help clients navigate the interconnected financial, political, and social worlds to build trusted relationships with all their stakeholders. From financial situations through to capital markets, crisis, cyber, employee engagement, and litigation, clients rely on Brunswick for insight, advice, planning, preparedness, and campaigns. When clients turn to us, it’s because they know that engaging effectively with everyone who has a stake in the company is about more than managing perceptions - it is essential to making business work. Our purpose is to help the great value-creating organizations of the world play a more successful role in society.