Public Relations – Account Manager – Wine Industry
We have an exciting opportunity for an Account Manager with experience in the wine industry. Our client, an award-winning PR team, is seeking a talented individual to manage several wine accounts. This role is ideal for candidates with a solid PR agency background and a passion for the drinks industry. The position operates on a hybrid model, requiring three days in the office.
Key responsibilities include:
- Implementation and management of client PR strategies
- Proactive and reactive activities across trade and consumer media, including writing press releases
- Copywriting
- Organising and attending press briefings, dinners, and press trips
- Attending client meetings and brainstorming sessions
- General account management duties, including drafting activity and contact reports
- Assisting in new business development, including brainstorming and pitches
- Managing the junior team’s workload and supporting their development
Skills required:
- 3-4 years of traditional PR agency experience in the UK
- Knowledge of the UK wine industry
- Excellent written skills
- Proven team player
- Commercial understanding of the impact of PR on clients’ businesses
- Strong organizational skills
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Creativity
- Demonstrated time planning and management skills