Derris - Account Manager (London)

Diary Directory Limited; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading brand consultancy and communications agency is seeking an Account Manager to manage client accounts and execute communication strategies. The ideal candidate will have 3-4 years of public relations experience and strong relationship-building skills, contributing to a dynamic team culture in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of Public Relations experience, agency experience preferred.
• Strong relationship-building experience with media and clients.
• Ability to develop communication strategies and deliver results.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day tactical execution for clients.
• Manage pitching efforts to generate media placements.
• Oversee internal management of client accounts.

Skills

Public Relations

Relationship Building

Communication Strategies

Project Management

Self-Motivated

Organizational Skills

Mentoring

Industry Trends Awareness

Job description

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Brand consultancy and communications agency, Derris UK, is looking for a passionate self-starter to join the company as an Account Manager. You will be responsible for managing the day-to-day tactical execution across a variety of consumer accounts while also learning strategic planning across a mix of clients. The ideal candidate is a passionate self-starter with 3-4 years of relevant public relations experience working across industries and comfortable working on account teams with several team members.

Responsibilities

1. Serve as the day-to-day tactical lead for your clients, including both internally and externally.
2. Support senior leadership in executing integrated communication strategies across PR, influencer, and brand partnerships while learning strategic planning.
3. Lead and manage pitching efforts across the agency in broadcast, print, and online to generate high-impact media placements meeting client objectives and KPIs.
4. Take ownership of leading projects, including campaign launches, influencer partnerships, and events, while managing timelines, budgets, and results.
5. Cultivate and maintain strong media relationships across sectors and proactively identify new media opportunities.
6. Create media and client-facing materials, including pitches, agendas/recaps, prep docs, reports, and press releases.
7. Oversee the internal management of client accounts, including press materials, databases, reports, imagery/samples, media, and social monitoring.
8. Research social media influencers and assist with managing gifting programmes and campaign initiatives.
9. Stay ahead of industry trends, media shifts, competitor activity, and relevant news to keep clients and teams informed.
10. Conduct research across media, competitor, and event landscapes.
11. Manage junior team members and work with senior teams to develop management skills.
12. Support the senior team with research and ideas for strategy brainstorms, new business, and partnerships.
13. Adhere to deadlines and deliver work on time within a fast-paced environment.

Key Skills

• 3-4 years of Public Relations experience, agency experience preferred.
• Strong relationship-building experience with media and clients across industries.
• Ability to develop communication strategies and deliver tangible results.
• Experience managing client relationships confidently and professionally.
• Self-motivated and ambitious with the ability to work independently.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a positive attitude.
• Contribute to a dynamic, high-energy, team-oriented company culture.
• Experience mentoring junior team members and supporting their development.
• Up-to-date on industry and cultural trends with a creative, solutions-focused mindset.

Derris is a brand consultancy headquartered in London and New York. We help build great brands across lifestyle, fashion, beauty, health & wellness, technology, homeware, and more. We develop narratives that stand out in crowded industries through strategy, positioning, content, and communications. Our work involves creating unique messaging and executing strategic media relations programs, offering clients a holistic approach to storytelling. Our company culture emphasizes growth, collaboration, and professional development, fostering an inclusive and holistic employment experience. Our UK clients include Loop, Harry’s, Cecred, and Starface.

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