EXCITING OPPORTUNITY FOR ACCOUNT MANAGERS -
FINANCIAL AND CORPORATE PR - CENTRAL LONDON
My client is an award-winning communications agency. Their Financial Services & Corporate PR team works for a range of leading financial institutions. Their Corporate clients consist of NGO’s, think-tanks, professional associations and some of the largest multinational enterprises globally.
Combining intelligence-led news generation and thought-leadership campaigns, the team focuses on communicating its clients’ expertise using a range of content generation and media penetration strategies (as well as events and digital media). It also acts as a trusted collaborative partner with a deep understanding of client sensitivities.
As an Account Manager, you will take the lead on servicing a range of clients, delivering high-quality media results that meet or exceed client goals. You will devise creative strategies that utilise traditional and digital/social media and will develop client content, including media materials, online content, media pitches, bylines and Q&As and participating in media outreach.
Primary Responsibilities
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Excellent writing and editing skills, with a demonstrated ability to produce written documents targeting different audiences
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Manage workstreams and serve as day-to-day contact with clients
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Conduct outreach to reporters and editors that results in favorable media coverage, incorporating clients’ key messages
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Track and understand key client industry issues and how they are impacted by regulatory activities
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Serve as point-person with stakeholders, external organizations, partners, and vendors
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Write strategic memos, media pieces (including op-eds and LTEs), backgrounders, client-ready reports and briefing documents
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Collaborate with colleagues from other teams and offices to maximize the effectiveness of the client program
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Manage quality of work by demonstrating professionalism and team leadership
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Ability to produce high-quality results under tight deadlines
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Excellent attention to detail and ability to work well within a dynamic team environment
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Address client issues thoughtfully and effectively
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Communicate effectively with team members
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Actively develop team and provide coaching and feedback
Required Skills & Experience
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Creative strategy development and execution.
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Excellent client communication and leadership skills.
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Strong speaking, writing, and editing skills.
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Ability to supervise and motivate account staff.
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Problem-solving.
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Ability to manage a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
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Messaging and brand development experience.
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3-4 years experience, preferably within an agency atmosphere
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At least a 2.1 degree from a Russell Group (or equiv) university.
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If you would like to know more about this role, contact me via email at: Mette@mjrecruitment.co.uk. I make myself available to meet new candidates on short notice and guarantee total discretion.
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