Account Manager - London Based PR Agency

My client is a small, young, London based agency providing focused PR in order to build profiles and positions of leadership for highly innovative, world-class companies. At the inflection point of growth, my client is looking to hire two Account Managers to join their passionate, dynamic, personable team.

As a talented and ambitious Account Manager you will be working with start-ups and innovators and will be responsible for providing agile and effective communications. You will also play an integral role in the continued growth and success of my client.

Key skills we are looking for:

• A strategic and smart communicator that can deliver real value for clients
• Someone who can bring solid media relations and management skills
• Resourcefulness and a working style that reflects the client’s fast-paced environment
• Strong Corporate and/or Technology PR experience
• A track record of excellence and a genuine passion for their work

As an Account Manager, you will play a critical role in the success of the team and account health by supporting on planning and strategy for client accounts, managing account teams to deliver against plans, forging a strong day-to-day relationship with clients, mentoring junior team members and supporting new business efforts. You will lead from the front with effective media relations and manage accounts to achieve against plans through strong relationships, communications, organisation and delivery.

You will take the lead in fostering relationships with key media and influencers, working to generate interest and maximise opportunities for clients within target media outlets.

Competencies

• Smart, dynamic and confident communicator
• Excellent writer and editor
• Effective, experienced and inspirational manager
• Proven trusted and creative advisor
• Dedicated team player

Attributes

• Professional and ambitious
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Curious and analytical
• Flexible
• Demonstrates integrity and resilience

The type of person who will thrive in this role will be excited about joining, playing a leading role in shaping the next chapter of my client’s development. This role offers a fast-track opportunity for professional growth, work with an inspiring roster of international clients across industries, experimentation and active participation in building something meaningful.

If you possess all of the above and you’re up for a challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

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