Are you ready to advance your PR career in a dynamic and innovative environment? The Opportunity Hub UK is seeking an Account Director for a leading PR agency known for delivering best-in-class solutions.
Company Overview:
This well-established agency, located in central London a 10-minute walk from London Bridge, excels in providing tailored PR services across a variety of sectors, including B2B, logistics, transport, tech, and fintech. Committed to fostering a collaborative and creative workspace, they are a Living Wage employer and a Climate Positive Workforce.
Job Overview:
As an Account Director, you'll play a pivotal role in advising and supporting Account Managers while directly managing a portfolio of clients' PR accounts. Your responsibilities will range from client contact and strategic counsel to content creation and media liaison.
Here's what you'll be doing:
- Advising and supporting Account Managers on client activity, strategy, and creativity.
- Monitoring and ensuring the timely delivery of reports to clients.
- Managing client PR accounts and building strong relationships with key stakeholders.
- Providing strategic counsel to clients to enhance their PR and marketing campaigns.
- Developing and implementing industry-focused PR campaigns.
- Spearheading both traditional PR and social media projects.
- Analysing PR coverage and providing insightful reports.
- Managing and mentoring junior team members.
Here are the skills you'll need:
- 5+ years of experience in PR: Solid foundation in PR principles and practices.
- Passion for the B2B sector: Genuine enthusiasm for the industries you'll represent.
- Commercial Insight: Understand clients' business activities, key issues, and competitive advantages.
- Strategic Thinking: Identify additional opportunities for delivering client messages outside standard formats.
- Creative Thinking: Participate in brainstorming sessions and explore different avenues for clients.
- Time Management: Manage your workload, set and meet deadlines, and coach junior staff.
- Copywriting: Communicate key messages effectively in concise, relevant copy.
- Presentation Skills: Present ideas and proposals articulately to clients.
- Trouble Shooting: Demonstrate leadership and initiative in resolving client issues.
Here are the benefits of this job:
- Salary £60,000+ DOE
- Office based Monday – Thursday and work from home on Fridays.
- Annual paid holiday break between Christmas and New Year outside of annual leave.
- Training through Meantime Academy powered by the PRCA.
- On-the-job training
- CIPR membership
- Pension (Nest)
- Wellness app
- Ergonomic desks
- Showers and bike storage
- Climate positive workforce - we offset your carbon footprint by planting trees.
- Rewards and perks - from Air Miles, fitness passes, gift cards, Amazon and ASOS rewards to discounts on major brands and free access to health apps
- Employee assistance programme - mental health support including issues surrounding work, relationships, and finances.
- 24/7 access to a registered, UK-based GP from anywhere in the world.
- Life assurance
Work permissions: You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.
Why Pursue a Career in B2B PR?
The B2B PR sector offers endless opportunities to combine your passion for strategic communication with creative projects. As a Senior Account Executive, you will play a crucial role in shaping public perception and enhancing the success of diverse initiatives. Join this leading agency and embark on a rewarding career where creativity meets strategic communication.
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