About Our Client
This is a health public affairs and communications consultancy with a headcount of over 25 - it is part of a much bigger organisation with over 500 employees. My client is well known their commitment to excellence and innovation, the firm is well-respected within the industry and boasts a strong reputation for staff development.
Job Description
The successful Account Manager / Senior Account Manager will have the following key functions and responsibilities:
Client & Account Management
* Carry out and coordinate the delivery of strategies and activities as detailed by directors, ensuring that activity and objectives are being met and that accounts are well organised.
* Lead engagement programmes across Westminster, Whitehall, and government, ensuring that client's strategic priorities are articulated to key decision makers.
* Develop a deep understanding of clients and their operating environments and be able to use this knowledge to help solve client problems.
* Alongside senior directors develop strategies and activities for clients and oversee their delivery; quality controlling all aspects of the clients' programmes.
* Act as the key point of contact for your clients.
* Effectively manage the account team for each account.
* Support the delivery of PR campaigns.
Research and Writing
* Conduct highly accurate research around identified client priority areas.
* Develop and sign off high quality materials for clients.
* Produce concise and effective reports, newsletters, campaign material and press releases.
Business Development
* Identify and support growth opportunities in existing accounts.
* Identify and develop new business opportunities.
* Play a key role in the development of new business proposals and pitches.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Account Manager / Senior Account Manager should have:
* A degree in a relevant field.
* Experience in a public affairs agency/consultancy.
* Strong leadership skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Proven ability in policy compliance and team management.
* Ability to develop and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
* Excellent problem-solving skills.
* Be an enthusiastic and proactive member of the team.
* Always deliver a professional but personable service, in line with the values of my client.
* Good management and people skills.
What's on Offer
* An attractive salary of between £35,000 - £48,000 depending on experience.
* A comprehensive benefits package.
* Opportunity to work in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
* Excellent career progression opportunities within the professional services industry.
We are excited to hear from passionate and talented professionals who are ready to take their career to the next level.
Apply now to join my clients vibrant team.
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