Our client is a fast paced financial services PR agency. The team needs to hire an experienced Account Manager/Senior Account Manager ideally with previous PR agency experience but you absolutely must have a passion for financial services.
There is a really interesting and client list for the successful candidate to work on from day one. The focus is on pensions and investments, with employee benefits also being of interest.
I dea l l y their new team member will be:
- Energetic, positive and inquisitive
- A proactive and creative thinker
- An excellent communicator - both verbal and written
- Organised and efficient
- Able to work to deadlines and cope positively with time pressure
- Prepared to roll up their sleeves as and when necessary
- Au fait with a range of PR and marketing communications activities, including social media
- Able to work as part of a team, but also be able to self-motivate and take ownership of individual projects and tasks
- Experienced in the UK financial market ideally (although industry training can be provided)
T a sks will include:
- Working with the team to develop PR and marketing plans and strategies and to implement activity
- Liaising with clients and attending client meetings and events
- Building connections and relationships with journalists, clients and industry peers
- Researching, writing, proofreading and issuing copy - including press releases, articles and blogs
- Identifying relevant press stories and journalist interests for clients, as well as arranging interviews and commentary
- Securing opportunities for clients in all relevant publications
- Keeping up to date with key industry and legislative dates
- Undertaking relevant market research in a variety of areas
- Analysing and evaluating media coverage and preparing client reports
- Willingness to network and provide occasional organisation and support with events, such as press breakfasts and client seminars
T h e Benefits
- 25 days' annual leave plus additional day for birthday
- Annual bonus scheme
- Company pension scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Flexible working arrangements
Working here is interesting and challenging and the rest of team take a real pride in delivering great results for their clients so you will need to do the same. The team has a great culture and a very consultative approach.