LUCIEN PAGÈS & AIPR - Account Manager, Lifestyle (London)

Diary Directory Limited; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic lifestyle agency in Camden Town seeks an experienced Account Manager to oversee key accounts in homeware and hospitality sectors. The ideal candidate has a strong PR background with at least 3 years of experience, excellent media contacts, and a passion for design. You will develop PR strategies and build relationships to enhance the agency's client brands in a vibrant, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in PR or communications within the lifestyle sector.
• Strong knowledge and interest in design, interiors, homeware, and hospitality.
• Excellent media contacts across lifestyle, design, and travel publications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day management of key lifestyle accounts.
• Develop and execute creative PR strategies and seasonal plans.
• Cultivate strong relationships with media and influencers.

Skills

PR communication

Relationship management

Project management

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and highly organised Account Manager to join our lifestyle team, working across a premium portfolio of homeware, interiors, and hotel clients. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong interest in design and hospitality, who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment. You will play a key role in developing and executing PR strategies, nurturing strong media and influencer relationships and delivering coverage that strengthens our clients' brand presence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day management of key lifestyle accounts across the homeware, interiors, and hospitality sectors.
• Develop and execute creative PR strategies, seasonal plans, and targeted media outreach.
• Cultivate strong relationships with relevant media, influencers, stylists, and industry insiders.
• Secure high-quality, on-brand coverage across print, digital, social, and broadcast channels.
• Manage press launches, showroom visits, media appointments and events.
• Draft media pitches, client reports, and coverage updates.
• Provide strategic guidance, clear communication and strong reporting to clients.
• Collaborate with internal teams (digital, events, and creative) to ensure cohesive campaign delivery.
• Support new business development through research, proposal writing, and participation in presentations as needed.
• Reports to: Vice President, Beauty & Lifestyle.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in PR or communications within the lifestyle sector.
• Strong knowledge of and interest in design, interiors, homeware, and hospitality industries.
• Excellent media contacts across lifestyle, design, and travel publications.
• Proven track record of delivering high-impact PR campaigns and media placements.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Confident client liaison and account handling skills.