Public Relations Account Director

Posted 14 November 2023
Salary £45000 - £60000 per annum
LocationLondon
Job type Permanent
Discipline Marketing
ReferenceMR-59-3
Contact NameMaddie Richardson

Job description

With locations in London and across the globe, my client is a well-established and successful PR and communications agency. They always have exciting projects to work on because they have a great portfolio of amazing clients in a variety of industries!

As their business expands, they need to add more talented members to their family. 

Responsibilities 
  • Operate as the company's and its clients' primary editorial and PR lead.
  • Oversee a group of public relations executives and content writers to assist with the company's editorial services.
  • Create, develop, and implement campaigns that support client briefs and increase engagement.
  • Work across the company at senior management level as needed.


Skills and Experience
  • Solid journalistic ties, ideally demonstrated by a portfolio of prior coverage.
  • Five years minimum of editorial or PR experience at a PR agency, or other comparable place.
  • Expertise in submitting stories to the media and getting them published.
  • A superb writer who pays close attention to detail.
  • Outstanding interpersonal abilities with clients and colleagues.
  • Experience managing employees and growing team members.
  • Outstanding proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Critical thinking and reading abilities.
  • A positive, proactive mindset and excellent teamwork.
  • A preference for agency life and the capacity for fast-paced work.
  • Preferably experience in the hospitality industry

Location: Windsor (London) (hybrid)
Salary: Up to £60k

Benefits
  • Attractive and negotiable pay based on your expertise and profile.
  • A 1,250 pa parking/travel allowance and energy allowance are provided.
  • Annual and summer bonuses are discretionary and dependent on your personal contribution and the company's performance.
  • Pension Scheme
  • 31 days Holiday (public holidays and Christmas shutdown included).
  • A birthday off.
  • Possibilities for work from home, (2 days in office)
  • The Head of Happiness hosts a variety of regular social activities, including summer and Christmas parties.
  • Surprise presents and employee prizes on a monthly and annual basis.
  • Your company's MacBook, iPhone, and other goods are included in the welcome package.

If this is of any interest to you please apply via the link or send your CV to maddie@digitalwaffle.co