PR Account Manager

Garnett Keeler; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Perkbox membership

Free on-site parking

Birthday off

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

Garnett Keeler is seeking an experienced PR Account Manager to manage client accounts, craft diverse content, and secure media coverage for premium brands in a hybrid Carshalton office environment.

The role emphasizes understanding clients’ products and tone across channels, with collaboration across teams and active involvement in events and campaigns. A track record in PR/writing and a passion for media are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years in PR, journalism, content creation, or marketing with a proven track record of producing exceptional written content.
• Degrees in arts, media, or public relations are highly desirable; qualifications from NCTJ, PRCA, or CIPR are a plus.
• Strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal expertise.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily management of accounts, build client relationships, and pitch ideas to secure media coverage.
• Collaborate with in-house design team and grow client social media channels.
• Attend meetings and events; assist in event/exhibition management.

Skills

PR writing

Journalism

Content creation

Marketing

Interpersonal skills

Networking

Deadline management

Education

Arts/Media/Public Relations degree

NCTJ/PRCA/CIPR qualifications

Job description

Title: PR Account Manager (B2B PR agency)

Location: Carshalton, Surrey (hybrid: 2 days office / 3 days home)

Salary: Up to £46,000(DOE) with a bonus potential of £4k

Are you an experienced PR professional, journalist, technical writer or copywriter seeking an outstanding salary and rewards package? Do you excel in a fast-paced environment where every day brings new challenges? If so, we have the ideal opportunity for you!

Surrey-based agency

We are looking for a dynamic Account Manager to join our welcoming and professional team in Carshalton, situated within the London Borough of Sutton.

With more than 50 years of industry experience, we proudly hold the PRCA's Communications Management Standard at its highest Platinum tier. This is a true mark of excellence in the PR & Comms sector, which we have held consistently since its introduction 21 years ago.

As an Account Manager, you will create a wide range of written content, including technical articles, press releases, case studies, advertorials, newsletters, thought leadership pieces, web copy, video scripts and both short & long-form social media posts.

You will work to develop a deep understanding of our clients’ products, technology, and brand to ensure consistency in tone, personality, and style across all activities.

Reporting to our team of Account Directors, you will oversee the daily management of accounts, build strong client relationships, pitch ideas & stories which result in exceptional media coverage, collaborate with our in-house design team, grow our client’s social media channels, attend meetings & events, and assist in event/exhibition management.

Hybrid working

We have embraced hybrid working and are committed to the benefits it affords both our team and the business. Tuesdays and Thursdays are spent together at our spacious & modern offices in Carshalton, and you are welcome to work from home, or the agency, on Mondays and Wednesdays. On Fridays we all work remotely.

You’ll collaborate with talented colleagues who consistently deliver outstanding results for a range of premium brands within our sectors. Please visit our website to learn more about our impressive client base.

In this role you will work with a diverse range of global clients, primarily in the animal health, veterinary, and manufacturing sectors. As an agency, we are also well-known for our expertise in automotive, aviation, and human health, and we take pride in our long-standing client relationships.

PR Account Manager requirements:

• Experience:Minimum 2-3 years in PR, journalism, content creation, or marketing, with a proven track record of producing exceptional written content.
• Education:Degrees in arts, media, or public relations are highly desirable. Qualifications from NCTJ, PRCA, or CIPR are a plus.
• Skills:Strong emotional intelligence and interpersonal expertise.
• Passion:A genuine enthusiasm for media, including social media.
• Creativity:A flair for creativity and innovation.
• Networking:Experience in building influential networks.
• Project Management:Solid project management skills.
• Briefing:Ability to brief designers, photographers, and video crews with precision and knowledge.
• Deadline Management:Ability to work effectively under deadlines.

PR Account Manager benefits:

• Competitive Salary:Up to £46,000 (DOE), plus an annual bonus potential of £4k.
• Team Environment:Join a close-knit, friendly, and high-performing team within a successful and longstanding family business, as we approach our 60th anniversary in 2026.
• Impact:Quickly make an impact and become integral to our clients.
• Flexible Work:Hybrid working arrangement (two days at the agency, up to three days from home). Flexible start times from 7.30am – 10am, to help you avoid the rush hour.
• Perks:Perkbox membership with access to over 200 perks, complimentary fruit & refreshments in the agency, free on-site parking (we are also a short walk from either Carshalton or Carshalton Beeches stations).
• Social Events:Quarterly staff socials.
• Time Off:25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and your birthday off.

Our culture

AMPLIFY is our driving force, developed by our team.

• Authentic:We build genuine connections with our clients, who view us as an extension of their teams.
• Memorable:Our creative end‑to‑end approach leaves a lasting impression.
• Professional:Delivering excellence is not just an aspiration – it’s our everyday.
• Longevity:With more than 50 years’ experience, our average client relationship is five times the industry standard.
• Innovative:We provide our clients with what they need, even if they don’t know it yet.
• Friendly:Collaborative and inclusive, we celebrate each other’s success, while still prioritising fun.
• Yielding results:We consistently deliver creative, accurate & impactful work.

Join us!

While previous sector experience is not required, we value skills, attitude, professionalism, and a commitment to delivering exceptional work for our clients. An ability to write on technical topics is essential at every level within our agency.

If you're ready to join a B2B agency with a proven track record for producing great content and achieving excellent results for clients, all within a friendly and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.