Beauty PR Account Director

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded agency in London seeks an experienced Account Director to lead high-profile accounts in the beauty and technology sectors. Responsibilities include mentoring teams, developing strategic PR communications, and managing client relationships. The role requires strong leadership and innovative thinking to elevate brand presence and drive campaigns forward.

Qualifications

• Experience in PR/communications strategy development.
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Ability to provide strategic counsel to high-profile clients.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and manage junior team members.
• Develop and execute integrated PR strategies for high-profile clients.
• Oversee communication strategies across multiple platforms.

Skills

Mentoring

Strategic communication

Client advisory

Event planning

Budget management

Job description

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An agency representing a well-known mix of skincare, healthcare, and wellness clients is seeking an Account Director following recent client wins. The agency has a team of 20 dedicated to producing layered, creative, and SEO-informed work for their brands.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Mentor, train, and manage junior team members.
• Develop and implement integrated PR/communications strategies for high-profile accounts in beauty, technology, haircare, and skincare sectors.
• Provide strategic counsel and innovative solutions as a trusted advisor to clients.
• Oversee the creation and execution of communication strategies that include digital, print, social media, influencer outreach, PR initiatives, and events.
• Offer creative direction for impactful events.
• Create activations with key opinion leaders to enhance brand credibility and visibility.
• Lead influencer relations campaigns.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and project timelines to ensure timely, within-budget, and high-quality campaign delivery.
• Identify opportunities for account expansion, upselling, cross-selling, and contribute to new business pitches and proposals.