PR Account Manager

M&C Saatchi; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading PR agency is seeking an enthusiastic PR Account Manager to work in the social impact sector. This role requires media relations experience and a passion for global issues, with responsibilities including client management and executing PR campaigns. The candidate will enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, promoting diversity and inclusion within the workplace.

Benefits

27 days annual holiday

Private healthcare

Employer contributory pension

Life assurance

Income protection

Subsidized gym membership

Qualifications

• Hands-on PR experience required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills needed.
• Passion for global issues like climate change and development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute PR campaigns.
• Manage day-to-day client accounts.
• Monitor media coverage and social media conversations.

Skills

Media Relations

Account Management

Communication

Project Management

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic PR Account Manager to join our team at M+C Saatchi UK, working on clients in the social impact space.

The ideal candidate will have experience in media relations and account management, with a passion for global issues like renewable energy, development and climate change. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing PR campaigns, and supporting with the day to day managing of client accounts.

What you’ll do:

• Identify media opportunities by reading the news and keeping on top of current affairs globally
• Cultivate relationships with journalists, pitch news stories and help to secure positive coverage for clients
• Draft engaging press releases, media pitches and other communications materials
• Own and be responsible for tracking project timelines and maintaining regular communication with clients
• Prepare meeting materials and status reports for internal and client meetings
• Monitor media coverage and social media conversations related to clients and industry topics, providing regular updates to the team

What you’ll bring:

Well-suited to someone who’s already gained some, hands-on PR experience and is ready to step up and take ownership of campaigns and client relationships.

• Passionate about global/social issues and current events, such as climate changeand international development, including an interest in issues in Africa, India and Latin America.
• Proven experience in media relations and account management within the PR industry
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work collaboratively with the team, building strong relationships with clients and media contacts

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Thursday, 31stJuly 2025. No Recruiters.

WHAT YOU’LL GET

For the right candidate, we will offer a competitive salary and benefits package which includes 27 days annual holiday, private healthcare, employer contributory pension, life assurance and income protection. We also offer a host of benefits that support wellbeing including subsided gym membership, whilst our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion sees us offer learning opportunities around D+I, targeted mentoring programmes and the opportunity to participate in a number of active Employee Led Networks and associated events. Finally, this role will be supported with all the necessary personal development required to set someone up for success.

ABOUT M+C SAATCHI GROUP

M+C Saatchi Group has pledged its commitment to create a company that values difference, with an inclusive culture. As part of this M+C Saatchi Group continues to be an Equal Opportunity Employer which does not and shall not discriminate, celebrates diversity and bases all hiring and promotion decisions solely on merit, without regard for any personal characteristics.

If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, please make us aware as part of your application.

All employee information is kept confidential according to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

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