PR Account Director - Consumer

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent PR agency is seeking an experienced Account Director to lead creative campaigns in Edinburgh. This role requires a strong background in consumer PR, media relations, and client management, offering a dynamic environment where no two days are alike. The position includes hybrid working, generous holidays, and a focus on cultural impact.

Benefits

27 days holiday + Christmas closure + Bank Holidays

Quarterly rewards

Wellbeing credits

Cultural team days

Bonus schemes

Qualifications

• Established PR Account Director with strong media relations.
• Cultural awareness and ability to manage client expectations.
• Experience in leading campaigns and project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead PR campaigns generating earned coverage and cultural chatter.
• Manage projects and oversee budgets.
• Mentor junior team members and grow client accounts.

Skills

Client trust

Media relations

Commercial growth

Education

5–6 years’ experience in consumer PR

Job description

PR Account Director - Consumer, Edinburgh

Client: LATTE

Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 1

Posted: 06.06.2025

Expiry Date: 21.07.2025

Job Description:

Here Be Dragons - Account Director (PR)

This role is suited for a seasoned PR professional who is passionate about leading creative campaigns that generate conversations and cultural impact, beyond traditional press coverage.

About the company

Here Be Dragons is an independent PR agency based in Shoreditch, known for earned-first ideas, punchy activations, and headline-making campaigns for major brands in FMCG, drinks, entertainment, and hospitality sectors.

The team of 15 prides itself on winning large brand accounts without the bloat of a big network agency. They are looking for a culturally plugged-in Account Director to help shape their future projects.

Their work includes launching headline-grabbing stunts and delivering culture-first campaigns with varied clients, ensuring no two weeks are alike.

The basics:

• Hybrid working: 3 days in Shoreditch office, 2 days remote
• 27 days holiday + Christmas closure + Bank Holidays

Perks include quarterly rewards, wellbeing credits, cultural team days, bonus schemes, and more.

About the role

This position is for an experienced AD ready to lead client portfolios, pitch new ideas, grow accounts, coach teams, and represent the agency confidently. Responsibilities include:

• Leading PR campaigns that generate earned coverage and cultural chatter
• Managing projects across various sectors
• Overseeing budgets and timelines
• Growing accounts through proactive ideas and commercial acumen
• Mentoring junior team members
• Actively participating in campaign execution

About you

You are an established PR Account Director with 5–6 years’ experience in consumer PR, skilled in client trust, media relations, and commercial growth. You are culturally aware, confident, and comfortable working at pace.

If you’re looking to be part of a small, dynamic team that values good people and impactful work, this could be the role for you.

Interested?

Contact Chantelle at [emailprotected]. Apply via the provided button below.

Please note: This role is recruited directly by Here Be Dragons. Your application will be shared with them. Due to volume, not all applicants may receive responses.

• Location: Central London – 3 days in office