Junior Account Director
Location: Southwark and Shepherd’s Bush, London
About us
We are an independent communications consultancy with a global footprint.
As specialists across inspirational travel and lifestyle, we create value through culturally relevant stories that build long-term loyalty. Our model is agile, nimble and creative, blending the rich personal connections and nuanced approach of a boutique agency with the network of an international group. Our belief is that while the world is fast-changing and communications continue to evolve, a good story is enduring.
Our collaborative environment rewards hard work, tenacity and creativity with unlimited growth
and a supportive team. Based in London, we offer a flexible, hybrid
working model that is designed to nurture our forward-thinking culture.
For more information about us and the clients we work with, visit
www.the-mcollective.com
About the role
- You will play a critical role in helping to shape the future of the agency. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Strategic ownership of the client relationships and confidently delivering senior level counsel
- Drafting scope of work and campaign plans (both tactical and long term)
- Delivering on PR plans and ensuring growth of accounts year-on-year, by ensuring KPIs are met and exceeded
- Leading on media strategy, delivering high-level A-List pitches that result in feature coverage
- Talent development of more junior team members by building close relationships with them, line-managing, motivating and mentoring them
- Maintaining relationships with influential journalists, influencers and talent managers
- Activate media promotions and brand partnerships with a clear ROI
- Regularly attend networking events to grow industry contacts
- Lead by example as a positive ambassador for the company at all times, contributing to a fun, inclusive and supportive working environment
- Filling and hosting press trips both in the UK and internationally, representing the client with key editors and press
About you
- Five years’ experience in luxury and lifestyle PR, with a proven track record of working in a fast-paced environment, requiring flexibility, managing multiple deadlines.
- A relevant undergraduate degree
- is preferred but not essential.
- Proficiency in a second language, such as French or Spanish, would be useful but not essential
- You have the ability to seek out newsworthy ideas, resulting in well-thought out and media-worthy creative campaign ideas and compelling storytelling
- Experienced, inspiring and empathetic leader who enjoys team management and development
What you will get in return
- A competitive salary
- Annual bonus scheme linked to profits
- New business incentive payment scheme
- 24 days holiday a year, excluding Bank Holidays
- One day’s holiday for your birthday
- Gifted Christmas closure between Christmas Day and 2nd January (usually an
- extra 5 days, excluding weekends)
Company pension scheme
Job description provided by Sauce Communications.
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