Account Director — Media & Campaigns Lead

Hanson Search Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanson Search Ltd in Central London partners with a new advisory firm to recruit an Account Director for the Media and Campaigns team. This is a media-first role focused on day-to-day ownership of client accounts, developing narratives, securing coverage and guiding clients on optimising media opportunities while navigating political landscapes.

You will lead day-to-day relationships, coordinate delivery across accounts, and contribute to proposals as the firm scales.

Qualifications

• Experience in media relations across multiple campaigns and disciplines.
• Strong interest in politics and Westminster politics impact on media.
• Established journalist contacts and media networks.
• Leadership experience with line management and mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day client relationships and serving as a reliable point of contact.
• Coordinating delivery across accounts to ensure timely, high-quality work.
• Developing media strategies, narratives and messaging to secure coverage.
• Providing proactive advice based on media and political landscape insights.
• Collaborating with policy and research colleagues to turn insights into media stories.
• Reviewing junior colleagues' work and giving constructive feedback.
• Line managing and developing junior team members.
• Contributing ideas and insight to proposals and pitches for new business.

Skills

Media relations

Public affairs

Crisis management

Policy understanding

Journalist network

Team leadership

Proposal writing

Job description

Hanson Search Ltd in Central London partners with a new advisory firm to recruit an Account Director for the Media and Campaigns team. This is a media-first role focused on day-to-day ownership of client accounts, developing narratives, securing coverage and guiding clients on optimising media opportunities while navigating political landscapes.

You will lead day-to-day relationships, coordinate delivery across accounts, and contribute to proposals as the firm scales.