(PR Account Director), £50-60k
About the company
This brilliant independent PR agency is on the lookout for an experienced PR Account Director to join their team. They have a fantastic reputation in the industry and they’re looking to grow, so they need someone with a strategic mindset, who shares their drive and their ambition to be the very best at what they do. They're an incredibly supportive team - they really prioritise their employees' wellbeing, offer excellent tailored training and tons of opportunity for progression within the business.
Description
As this agency’s next PR Account Director, you’ll have the opportunity to be part of their senior leadership team, playing a key role in the delivery of their long-term growth plan. It’s an exciting opportunity to really get involved in shaping the business, with the ability to grow your role in line with their expansion.
Some of your main responsibilities will include:
- Heading up some of the agency’s key client accounts, providing senior consultancy and ensuring client satisfaction at all times
- Developing effective communications strategies and campaigns in line with client objectives, then overseeing their execution
- Building and maintaining strong media contacts to secure great media opportunities for clients
- Identifying new business opportunities and leading on pitches and proposals
- Leading team meetings and managing a team – providing support and ensuring their work is produced on time and to a high standard
Experience
In order to be considered for this PR Account Director position, you’ll need to be able to demonstrate:
- A proven track-record planning and managing successful PR campaigns
- A highly strategic and commercial mindset
- Sophisticated copywriting skills
- A well-established media network and strong understanding of print, broadcast, online and social media
- Experience working on proposals and pitching for new business
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with experience building and growing client relationships
Remuneration
This agency is offering a salary of up to £60k for their PR AD role. They have a fantastic company culture and offer some brilliant benefits, including:
- Hybrid working (3 days in/2 remote)
- Tailored training including one-to-one coaching and mentoring
- Excellent opportunity for progression
Commutable from Birmingham, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire, North Warwickshire