Perth Corporate PR Account Manager (12-Month Contract)

Wpp Group; Perth; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ogilvy is seeking a PR Consultant (Account Manager) in Perth for a 12-month contract, with potential extension. Based in Perth, you will work with The Brand Agency Perth and the Ogilvy PR team in Sydney, supporting communications for a major corporate client across corporate comms, media relations and integrated campaigns.

You’ll help translate complex topics into clear, compelling stories for media and stakeholders, manage day-to-day client communications and deliver high-quality work with the

Qualifications

• Account Manager level or equivalent experience in PR/communications.
• Experience with corporate, business, technology or related clients.
• Strong knowledge of the Australian media landscape and established media relationships.
• Track record of developing stories and securing quality editorial coverage.
• Excellent writing, communication and presentation skills.
• Strong organisation and campaign delivery skills.
• Close attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive approach and ability to work with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Support development and delivery of communications campaigns for a major project.
• Collaborate with The Brand Agency Perth team and the Ogilvy PR team in Sydney.
• Manage day-to-day client communications and campaign activity.
• Build and maintain relationships with Australian media.
• Identify proactive media opportunities and pitches.
• Develop high-quality communications materials (press releases, pitches, briefs, thought leadership).
• Immerse in the client’s business, networks and industry.
• Stay across competitors and energy landscape; translate topics into compelling stories.
• Support integrated campaigns connecting communications, channels and messages.
• Manage multiple projects and timelines with attention to detail.
• Contribute ideas and strategic recommendations to meet client objectives.

Skills

Account management

PR/communications

Australian media landscape

Editorial pitching

Writing and presentation

Campaign delivery

Relationship building

Detail oriented

Job description

Ogilvy is seeking a PR Consultant (Account Manager) in Perth for a 12-month contract, with potential extension. Based in Perth, you will work with The Brand Agency Perth and the Ogilvy PR team in Sydney, supporting communications for a major corporate client across corporate comms, media relations and integrated campaigns.

You’ll help translate complex topics into clear, compelling stories for media and stakeholders, manage day-to-day client communications and deliver high-quality work with the