Account Manager

Outcast; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A strategic communications agency in London is seeking a full-time PR professional to join their team. This role offers opportunities to work with diverse clients and foster teamwork while contributing to client strategies and media relations. Ideal candidates are confident, detail-oriented, and experienced in B2B PR.

Benefits

26 days of holiday

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Gym discounts

Annual bonuses based on performance

Qualifications

• Demonstrable SAE - AM experience within a B2B PR agency.
• Robust knowledge of the UK media and tech journalists.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, and manage media relations activities.
• Support senior team members in client strategy development.
• Manage communication and reporting to clients.

Skills

Writing

Communication

Client Management

Media Relations

B2B PR Experience

Job description

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Outcast is a strategic communications agency focused on helping bold companies make history. For more than 25 years, Outcast has helped build some of the world's most culture-shifting brands like OpenAI, TikTok, and Amazon. Today, we're an agency of 100 individuals in the US and UK specializing in communications, social media, influencer relations, digital advertising, and corporate reputation.

In London, our team focuses on public relations, offering services including corporate profiling, messaging and positioning, thought leadership, content development, speaking engagements, issues management, corporate reputation, internal communications, and social media support. Local clients include Accel, Epidemic Sound, and Trinny London.

The role

You will join a dedicated, experienced London-based PR team in a full-time role.

This position offers exposure to a variety of clients, providing an excellent platform to advance your career as a communications professional.

You'll work across multiple client accounts, leading daily activities and taking responsibility for reporting to clients and managing junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Foster supportive and collaborative relationships with junior colleagues, acting as a mentor and providing training as needed
• Understand clients’ business objectives and PR’s role in achieving them
• Support senior team members in developing the client’s communications strategy
• Manage ongoing activities and ensure smooth, efficient results
• Lead reporting to and communication with clients
• Provide counsel and advice on strategy and tactics in conjunction with senior team
• Lead, plan, and manage media relations activities, acting as the ‘engine room’ for ongoing activity
• Proactively identify and secure the right opportunities for clients
• Participate in pitches through development of pitch materials and attendance at pitch meetings

About you

You are a confident go-getter with strong attention to detail and a demonstrable PR background. You enjoy rolling up your sleeves, digging in, and take pride in the quality of your work.

You have excellent writing and communication skills, are full of ideas, and eager to take on a role that offers exposure to inspiring individuals transforming our world.

You're enthusiastic, inquisitive, eager to learn, and thrive in a team environment.

You are comfortable working autonomously but are not afraid to ask questions. You’re excited about working in a fast-paced environment with a wide range of activities and responsibilities from the outset.

Benefits include: 26 days of holiday (excluding Bank Holidays); pension scheme; life insurance; gym discounts; annual bonuses based on individual and company performance

Vacancy type: Permanent, full-time

Location: London, with at least one day in the office per week and flexible work options from home

Skills and experience:

- Demonstrable SAE - AM experience within a B2B PR agency

- Ability to successfully manage multiple client accounts

- Excellent writing and prioritization skills

- Robust knowledge of the UK media and tech journalists