Account Manager - Consumer PR

Ogilvy UK; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in PR and influence seeks an Account Manager with a passion for technology and consumer communications. You will manage client relationships, lead campaigns, and mentor junior staff while ensuring effective media strategies. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovation and diversity.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Volunteer days

Enhanced parental leave

Flexible working hours

Wellbeing support

Season ticket loans

Life assurance

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Minimum one year at Account Manager level.
• Strong understanding of consumer and B2B media.

Responsibilities

• Manage the press office and media relations.
• Draft press releases and collaborate on campaigns.
• Mentor junior staff and ensure compliance with processes.

Skills

Technology

Communication

Project Management

Organizational Skills

Job description

Account Manager (Corpsumer Technology PR)

Department: PR & Influence

Location: London (Sea Containers)

Contract type: Fixed term (12 months)

Full Time/Part time: Full Time

Reporting into: Business Director/Client Partner

About Ogilvy:

Ogilvy UK has been creating iconic ideas that deliver impact at scale for clients since 1948. We specialize in brand advertising, customer experience marketing, PR, influence, and consulting, all fueled by Behavioural Science. Our award-winning campaigns serve clients like Sainsbury’s, Argos, Mondelēz, Unilever, TK Maxx, and Pernod Ricard. In 2023, Ogilvy UK celebrated its 75th anniversary and was the most awarded agency in Europe. We host the world’s largest influencer marketing practice and the annual Nudgestock festival of behavioural science and creativity.

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Account Manager with consumer and corporate technology communications experience to join our Consumer PR team. You will manage day-to-day account activities, lead press office functions, develop creative campaigns, and build relationships with clients, media, and internal teams. A passion for technology, AI, diversity, and innovation is essential.

You will work closely with clients to understand their goals and develop impactful campaigns, manage media relations, oversee news announcements, and advise on media strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the press office, handling news requests, media relations, and coverage tracking.
• Maintain a busy press inbox and respond to inquiries from UK national, consumer, and trade press.
• Stay informed on news in tech, AI, politics, lifestyle, and culture to inform communications strategies.
• Build relationships with journalists across UK media sectors and mentor junior team members.
• Serve as primary client contact, providing media advice and support.
• Draft press releases, briefing notes, Q&As, statements, and pitches aligned with client voice and strategy.
• Collaborate on multi-channel campaigns with creative, strategy, analytics, and influence teams.
• Monitor campaign performance using platforms like Onclusive and Signal AI, and optimize accordingly.
• Share insights on industry trends, especially Generative AI, with clients and teams.
• Mentor and develop junior staff and support senior planning activities.
• Ensure compliance with internal processes, including timesheets and invoicing.

Requirements:

• Minimum one year at Account Manager level.
• Well-connected with a passion for technology and Corpsumer PR.
• Strong understanding of consumer and B2B media, including social media trends.
• Knowledge of political and regulatory trends affecting tech.
• Excellent writing skills for press releases, toolkits, and pitches.
• Experience with consumer/B2B tech brands, managing press offices, and campaigns.
• Strong communication, project management, and organizational skills.
• Preferred experience in fast-paced agency environments.
• Proven ability to build productive relationships and work under pressure.
• Creative outlook with a focus on industry developments and technology.

Additional benefits include 25 days annual leave, volunteer days, enhanced parental leave, flexible working hours, wellbeing support, season ticket loans, life assurance, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Ogilvy values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds. We support accessible applications and adjustments for candidates with disabilities.