Junior Account Executive - Corporate Affairs

FleishmanHillard; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

BUPA medical cover

Health insurance

Pension contributions

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

6–12 week sabbaticals

Birthday/annual day off

Job summary

FleishmanHillard is seeking a driven communications professional to join our award‑winning global agency. You will support multiple client accounts from day one, using AI tools and data to shape campaigns and media outreach from day one.

You will help with media relations, content development, social media and events, while contributing to new business initiatives and the evolution of our UK portfolio. The role requires the right to work in the UK and a willingness to be in our Bankside office

Qualifications

• Communications experience in a PR agency, or in-house communications team, with a focus on corporate affairs is a bonus!
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to produce clear, compelling materials for clients and the media.
• Excellent project management, organisational, and multi‑tasking abilities.
• A proactive, solution‑oriented approach with attention to detail.
• Strong knowledge of the UK media landscape
• Eligibility: you must have the right to work in the UK and be able to work in our Bankside office at least 3 days p/week.

Responsibilities

• Using AI to research industry trends, develop media target lists and identify story angles, and ideate campaign concepts
• Media relations - pitching stories to journalists and drafting press releases and by-lines
• Analysing media coverage and sentiment trends for client campaigns
• Building audience personas from survey and social data
• Assisting in the coordination of events such as press conferences, media briefings, analyst meetings, media tours and trade shows
• Assisting with the drafting of client proposals and/or media materials: plans, presentations and reports
• Support in creating key press materials including press releases, social media content, briefing documents and coverage reports
• Supporting campaign & programme development through relevant research and contributing ideas to planning meetings and brainstorms
• Creating campaign measurement dashboards and weekly/monthly performance reports
• Using AI to researching client and competitor products and services to feed into client strategy/new business proposals
• Conducting post‑campaign analysis to demonstrate ROI and inform future strategy
• Actively contributing to new business initiatives

Skills

Communications experience

Written and verbal communication

Project management

UK media landscape

Right to work in UK

Job description

Job Description

If you’re looking to start your communications career in an award‑winning global agency, then this might just be the role for you!

Why FleishmanHillard?

We have been named PRWeek’s Global Agency of the Year and Best Places to Work; a “Standout Agency” on Advertising Age’s A‑List; NAFE’s “Top 50 Companies for Executive Women” for six years running; and among our firm’s award‑winning work we’ve taken home 5 Lions at the Cannes International Festival of Creativity in previous years.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable working environment for everyone. As the only PR Agency awarded EY’s National Equality Standard (twice!), all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age. Do let us know if you need any adjustments made during the interview process.

Agency

FleishmanHillard

Job Function

Communications and PR

Job Subfunction

Public Relations

Job Description

If you’re looking to start your communications career in an award‑winning global agency, then this might just be the role for you!

Why FleishmanHillard?

We have been named PRWeek’s Global Agency of the Year and Best Places to Work; a “Standout Agency” on Advertising Age’s A‑List; NAFE’s “Top 50 Companies for Executive Women” for six years running; and among our firm’s award‑winning work we’ve taken home 5 Lions at the Cannes International Festival of Creativity in previous years.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable working environment for everyone. As the only PR Agency awarded EY’s National Equality Standard (twice!), all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age. Do let us know if you need any adjustments made during the interview process.

The Team

Our Corporate Affairs team plays a central role in helping clients build and protect their reputation across a broad range of stakeholder groups. We work at the intersection of media, politics, business and society — advising clients on strategic communications, media engagement, issues and crisis management, regulatory positioning, executive visibility, and thought leadership. Whether it’s shaping a company’s narrative, managing a sensitive reputational challenge, or supporting long‑term brand‑building, the team delivers insight‑led, integrated campaigns that influence opinion and drive real‑world impact.

The Role

You’ll support multiple client accounts from day one, utilising the latest technology, AI tools and access to data to build robust communications campaigns. Supporting account teams to drive results through media relatinons, executive profiling, content development, social media and events. You will also play a role in supporting the team on new business and marketing efforts to continue to grow the practice and current portfolio of clients.

The Day-to-day

• Using AI to research industry trends, develop media target lists and identify story angles, and ideate campaign concepts
• Media relations - pitching stories to journalists and drafting press releases and by‑lines
• Analysing media coverage and sentiment trends for client campaigns
• Building audience personas from survey and social data
• Assisting in the coordination of events such as press conferences, media briefings, analyst meetings, media tours and trade shows
• Assisting with the drafting of client proposals and/or media materials: plans, presentations and reports
• Support in creating key press materials including press releases, social media content, briefing documents and coverage reports
• Supporting campaign & programme development through relevant research and contributing ideas to planning meetings and brainstorms
• Creating campaign measurement dashboards and weekly/monthly performance reports
• Using AI to researching client and competitor products and services to feed into client strategy/new business proposals
• Conducting post‑campaign analysis to demonstrate ROI and inform future strategy
• Actively contributing to new business initiatives

About You

• Communications experience in a PR agency, or in‑house communications team, with a focus on corporate affairs is a bonus!
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to produce clear, compelling materials for clients and the media.
• Excellent project management, organisational, and multi‑tasking abilities.
• A proactive, solution‑oriented approach with attention to detail.
• Strong knowledge of the UK media landscape
• Interest in business, current affairs, politics, and the wider stakeholder landscape.
• Eligibility: you must have the right to work in the UK and be able to work in our Bankside office at least 3 days p/week.

What We Offer You

• A warm and friendly team with a fantastic portfolio of global and UK clients
• A truly global network, the opportunity to be part of multi‑market campaigns, regularly working with colleagues across the globe.
• Global mobility, a programme of short‑term or permanent exchange opportunities, particularly in EMEA or the US.
• A strengths‑based L&D framework with an in‑house coach and development opportunities for career defining work.
• Flexibility. We’ve fully embraced hybrid and flexible working. We have a great office and human contact remains an important element of our culture
• Worklife balance, we all work hard but having a life outside work matters to all of us, and we support each other to achieve it.
• Culture Club –from office manicures, nutritionists, inhouse massage and acupressure sessions, to Yoga on the roof terrace, quizzes, boot camps, exhibits and summer and Christmas get‑togethers.
• Opportunities to join our Employee Resource Groups (global and local), the Shadow Board or DE&I Steering committee.
• A Career Guardian Scheme for underrepresented talent and mentorship opportunities
• Pro‑bono comms, volunteer opportunities and personal charity matching
• 30 days of holiday plus a day off on your birthday (or that of your child), plus all days between Christmas and New Year and a buyback scheme for those who want more.
• 6-12 week sabbaticals!
• BUPA medical cover –including 24/7 virtual GP, funded eye tests, fertility, and menopause support.
• Permanent Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Generous Pension contributions, personal finance clinics and Life Assurance
• Discounted gym membership and FHeel Well reimbursement
• Cycle2Work scheme and season ticket loans
• Generous parental leave and emergency childcare provision
• Passion Project Grants – funding for your passions outside of work
• Retail, dinner or spa vouchers for key milestones
• Omnicom employee discounts across a variety of high‑street retail, travel and entertainment venue

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