PR Junior Account Executive

ALEXANDER JAMES RECRUITMENT LTD; England; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading PR agency in the UK is seeking a PR Junior Account Executive to support media outreach and develop client strategies. The role offers a £25,000 starting salary with opportunities for early raises and hybrid working options. Ideal candidates are exceptional writers with a proactive mindset and an interest in business and media.

Benefits

£25,000 starting salary

Hybrid working (3 days office, 2 days remote)

25 days holiday + your birthday off

Company pension scheme

Private healthcare including dental and eye care after probation

Frequent social events

Qualifications

• Exceptional writing abilities, demonstrated through academic or personal work.
• Curiosity about creative industries and business.
• Confidence and capability in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Support media outreach by pitching clients to journalists.
• Draft pitches, press releases, and social media content.
• Build relationships with media across various platforms.

Skills

Exceptional writing skills

Strong communication skills

Proactivity

Interest in business and media

Job description

Do you have a a flair for writing, a sharp eye on current affairs, and an interest in business and the media? Join an ambitious, independent PR agency ranked among the UK’s top 25, and start your PR career in a supportive, creative, and intellectually stimulating environment.

They work with the world’s leading creative and design agencies. Their mission is to amplify their voice, build their profile, and deliver media impact that matters.

This is more than just a first job in PR: it’s the start of a career path with clear short, medium, and long term goals, supported by consistent training, coaching, and opportunities for progression.

What you’ll do as a PR Junior Account Executive, you will:

• Support media outreach – pitch clients to journalists, secure coverage, and manage press opportunities
• Write – draft pitches, press releases, and content for clients’ media and social channels
• Build media relationships – across business, trade, national and specialist press
• Support story development – help shape media-worthy narratives from client projects
• Contribute to client strategy – ensure your work supports their goals and objectives
• Assist senior team members with client management and new business activities
• Provide occasional office and administrative support

What we’re looking for We’re seeking those who are:

• Exceptional writers – whether through academic work or personal passion
• Confident, capable, and proactive, with a “can-do” mindset
• Interested in business, current affairs, and the media
• Curious about creative industries, brands, and design
• Strong communicators who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Previous PR, marketing or media-related internships are welcome but not essential. This role also suits graduates who considered law or accountancy but are drawn to a more creative, people-focused career.

Why join us? circa £25,000 starting salary, with potential for an early pay rise within your first year

Hybrid working (3 days office, 2 days remote)
Early Friday finishes
25 days’ holiday + your birthday off
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare (post-probation), including dental and eye care
Frequent social events
Dynamic, close-knit team culture with senior-level mentorship

If you’re ready to learn, grow, and make your mark in PR, we’d love to hear from you.