PR & Social Media Account Director

Central Employment; North East; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing agency in the UK is hiring a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to oversee client relationships and manage account teams. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in PR or marketing, strong leadership skills, and the ability to develop strategic plans to meet client objectives. This full-time role offers hybrid working options from Newcastle.

Qualifications

• Circa 3-5 years’ experience in a PR or integrated marketing agency role at Account Director level.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to think strategically and develop long-term plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop and nurture strong relationships with key clients.
• Oversee multiple client accounts to meet expectations.
• Act as a liaison between clients and internal teams.
• Supervise the delivery of projects and campaigns.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Strategic thinking

Team management

Job description

Overview

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist - Hiring Marketing, eCommerce, Digital and Creative talent across the UK

Central Employment are delighted to be working with an established integrated PR, Social and Comms Agency, as they look to appoint a client facing PR & Social Media Account Director.

• Newcastle-based, hybrid working options

You will report to the Managing Director and have a clear oversight of all elements of the business to support you in your role. You will have direct reports from team covering PR, social media and web design

PR & Social Media Account Director profile

As an Account Director, you will be in a senior-level management position, responsible for overseeing client relationships, managing account teams, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional-quality services to clients. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining and growing client accounts while ensuring client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Develop and nurture strong relationships with key clients, serving as their primary point of contact.
• Oversee multiple client accounts, ensuring that their needs and expectations are met or exceeded.
• Act as a liaison between the client and internal teams, facilitating effective communication and understanding of client requirements.
• Supervise and contribute towards the delivery of projects, campaigns, and client services to ensure they align with client goals and expectations.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their long-term goals and develop strategic plans to meet them.
• Manage client budgets and financial aspects of projects, ensuring campaigns are delivered on time, and on budget.
• Lead and mentor account teams, providing guidance and support in client interactions and project execution.
• Address and resolve client issues or concerns promptly, maintaining a high level of client satisfaction.
• Identify opportunities and support business development activities.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality services to clients, meeting or exceeding agreed-upon standards.

Requirements

• Circa 3-5 years’ experience in a PR and or integrated marketing agency role, operating at Account Director level
• Strong leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills to effectively lead account teams and build and maintain client relationships.
• The ability to think strategically and develop long-term plans to meet client objectives.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Marketing and Advertising

Industries

• Marketing Services