PR Account Executive

Looking to develop your writing skills?

Know the difference between editorial and an advertorial?

Want to hit the ground running in your PR career?

We could have the role for you! Whether you’re fresh out of university following a sandwich year in the industry, or have been in your first communications role for a year and are looking to move to an agency – we want to hear from you!

My client is an established and well respected Yorkshire PR agency, who are on the lookout for a new PR Account Executive.

They are looking for appoint a PR Account Executive to work on a mix of B2B and Consumer clients (split is weighted against B2B at the moment, maybe 70/30). Client sectors include education, energy, horticulture, automotive, hospitality and public sector.

Their Brighouse office is just a 15 minute walk from the train station and bus station, with direct links from Huddersfield, Halifax, Leeds, Bradford and more.

THE ROLE

As an account executive you’ll work alongside their account managers and directors, supporting them in providing our core services of PR, social media and content marketing. You’ll be responsible for managing various tasks for a range of clients, while building lasting relationships with the media and key influencers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

They are looking for someone with a keen interest in progressing their career in PR and social media with a willingness to learn new skills. The role will involve getting to know your clients inside out while exploring new opportunities for future campaigns.

You will also be creating social media and video content, while writing for various channels, including features, case studies and blogs. No two days are ever the same, so the ideal candidate should be ready to hit the ground running.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• A minimum of 1 years’ experience in a PR or marketing role
• Exceptional writing skills and experience writing press releases, editorial and digital content
• Good media relations knowledge and be a confident communicator
• Experience in social media use for businesses
• Ability to manage their own time and work to tight deadlines
• Creativity when planning and executing ideas
• An interest in the industry and keep up to date with the latest trends and developments
• Desire to grow within the company
• Good attention to detail
• Must be a team player

IN RETURN, YOU CAN EXPECT

• A competitive salary, dependent on skills and experience
• Additional time off for your birthday
• Additional day off each year you’ve worked here
• A lifetime experience fund after two years
• A positive, fun and relaxed work environment
• Work with a great team and friendly support network
• Regular team outings and social events
• Opportunities for training and progression for your development
• Attend industry awards with expenses paid
• A healthcare package and workplace pension
• Free parking

For more information about this role and/or to register with Black Cherry Recruitment, please contact Helen Salt on [email protected] or 0161 228 7239.