Account Executive / PR Account Exec (Agency)

Haywards Heath

An Account Executive / PR Account Exec is sought after to join a multi-award winning boutique agency that specialises within the healthcare sector. Combining strong communication and creativity skills, the Account Executive / PR Account Exec will work on high profile campaigns within an inspirational team.

Founded in 1989, this leading PR and Communications agency have built a stunning reputation for running thought provoking and original campaigns within the Healthcare industry. With clients that have included: Dettol, Roche, Pfizer and the NHS (to name just a few), this agency offer services that span a broad area of communications including PR, Media Relations, Social Media Engagement and stakeholder engagement. Due to ongoing expansion they are now seeking an Account Executive / PR Account Exec to join the team.

Reporting to the Campaign Director & Campaign Manager you'll work at the front line of campaign delivery on one of the agency's leading client accounts. This means on a day-to-day basis you should expect to play a hands-on role organising media relations campaigns, managing social media and digital channels, conducting research, liaising with clients, liaising with media contacts and organising media events.

To qualify... You should be a confident, organised and creative Account Executive, Client Services Exec, Junior Account Manager, PR Account Manager, PR Account Exec or similar with a CV that demonstrates:

• Previous experience within an Account Executive / Account Exec / PR / Client Services role;
• Excellent communication and presentation skills;
• The ability to offer up ideas and think creatively;
• A professional approach (client visits will be required);
• You are comfortable working to deadlines.

Applications from recent graduates are also very welcome and those with limited work experience but a relevant degree will be considered.

Previous PR or agencyside account management / account executive experience isn't essential (although preferred).

In return expect to join a lively team of agency professionals who are passionate about delivering first class healthcare campaigns to their clients. As an Account Executive benefits will include 6-monthly profit share, subsidised lunches, 22 days holiday, birthdays off, flexi-time and a network railcard (after 1 year).