Account Director, Financial Services PR - 690311

Alexander James Recruitment Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Central London is looking for a Senior Account Manager/Director with a passion for financial services and previous PR agency experience. The role involves developing PR plans, liaising with clients, and building relationships with journalists. The ideal candidate should be energetic, organised, and an excellent communicator. This position offers a salary of £45 - 60k per year plus benefits, in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Energetic, positive, and inquisitive personality.
• Proactive and creative thinker with excellent communication skills.
• Organised, efficient, and able to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop PR and marketing plans and strategies.
• Liaise with clients and attend relevant meetings.
• Build relationships with journalists and industry peers.
• Research and write various press materials.
• Identify press opportunities and arrange interviews.
• Analyse media coverage and prepare client reports.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Creativity

Organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Overview

£45 - 60k plus benefits / year

Central London Finance, Marketing & PR

Our client is a fast paced financial services PR agency. The team needs to hire an experienced Senior Account Manager/Account Director ideally with previous PR agency experience but you absolutely must have a passion for financial services.

Responsibilities

• 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

Ideal candidate / Qualifications

• 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