Account Executive, Public Relations

Vested; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Vested is a world-leading integrated marketing and communications consultancy focused on financial services. We are seeking passionate Account Executives in London to support day-to-day account activities within integrated client programmes.

You will help develop earned media campaigns across print, digital and social, collaborate with account teams, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality outputs. Salary £30,000–£35,000 per year with flexible London-based arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience in PR or marketing communications, preferably in B2B/financial services.
• Experience with media monitoring, outreach, and pitch development.
• Understanding of blogs and social posts and ability to identify opportunities.
• Familiarity with LinkedIn, TikTok, and Instagram for client campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Supports the execution of integrated campaigns with emphasis on earned media channels and strategy.
• Demonstrates knowledge and interest in B2B and/or financial services PR or marketing communications.
• Works with account managers to ensure objectives of the strategy are understood.
• Shows ownership over work and delivers high-quality outputs on time.
• Strives to become an expert on the client’s business and Vested’s role.
• Supports the team with research and brainstorming sessions.
• Prepares client-facing documents like meeting agendas/reports and proposals.
• Owns communication of ideas and improvements, correcting mistakes promptly.
• Manages multiple projects and deadlines.

Skills

PR/Marketing communications experience

Media monitoring

Content formats

Social media familiarity

Research skills

Job description

Overview

Vested is a world-leading integrated marketing and communications consultancy focused on the financial services industry. Founded in 2015, the firm aims to shape a better financial services system that is more accessible, transparent, and sustainable. Vested is recognised as one of the industry’s Best Places to Work and is the world’s fourth-largest financial services agency with over 100 employees known for their expertise, creativity, and passion for financial services.

Our team drives the mission forward by uncompliance simplification of finance through creative advertising campaigns, and by raising awareness of fintech disruptors. We work across PR, social, creative, content and more to solve problems for exciting financial brands. We value continuous learning and up-skilling for every team member through our VestED program, and ownership and entrepreneurship are encouraged at every level.

Join us as we lead the industry and deliver exceptional results for our clients. We are looking for the best talent to join the Vested team as passionate, enthusiastic and energetic Account Executives in our London office. Account Executives support day-to-day account activities and the running of integrated client programmes, collaborating with the broader team to keep accounts running successfully.

Responsibilities

• Supports the execution of integrated campaigns with an emphasis on earned media channels and strategy; develops ideas for integrated work and content across print, digital and social media
• Demonstrates knowledge and interest in B2B and/or financial services PR or marketing communications
• Works with account managers and account leaders to ensure understanding of the ultimate objectives of the strategy and how tasks fit into the bigger picture
• Shows ownership over work and a commitment to delivering high-quality outputs on time with positive client feedback
• Strives to become an expert on the client’s business and Vested’s role as a strategic communications partner
• Supports the team with research and brainstorming sessions
• Prepares account service-related documents such as meeting agendas, meeting reports, client monthly reporting, proposals and other client communications
• Owns their work, communicates ideas and potential improvements, and corrects mistakes promptly
• Leverages existing skills and knowledge to benefit clients
• Manages multiple projects, tasks and deadlines simultaneously

Ideal Candidates Will Have

• Previous PR or Marketing Communications experience, preferably with clients in a B2B industry (financial client experience is a bonus)
• Experience with media monitoring, list building, trend spotting, media outreach, monitoring coverage, developing pitches and contributing to media sell-ins
• Understanding of different content forms such as blogs and social posts and ability to analyse opportunities for these formats
• Familiarity with channels such as LinkedIn, TikTok and Instagram and their relevance to clients
• Strong research and analytical skills to undertake client research and identify opportunities for clients

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per year

Location and Hours

We are a fully flexible agency. For this role, we are seeking candidates in the London area who can operate from our London office 2-3 days a week. Hours are Monday through Friday, starting at 8 am GMT.

Eligibility

Qualified candidates will not require sponsorship to work in the UK.