Public Affairs Account Manager/Senior Account Manager, Strategic Communications Consultancy, London

Hanson Search; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A strategic communications consultancy in London seeks an Account Manager or Senior Account Manager to lead impactful campaigns and manage client accounts. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in public affairs or strategic communications, knowledge of the UK political landscape, and excellent communication skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to business development in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in public affairs or strategic communications, ideally within an agency environment.
• Knowledge of the UK government, policy landscape, and media, especially in financial services.
• Proficient in writing and presenting complex information in an engaging way.

Responsibilities

• Deliver creative, integrated strategic communications campaigns tailored to multi-stakeholder audiences.
• Manage client accounts, ensuring timely, budget-conscious, and high-quality delivery.
• Support business development initiatives, including proposals and pitch presentations.

Skills

Public affairs experience

Strategic communications

Project management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

An award-winning strategic communications consultancy is seeking an ambitious and enthusiastic Account Manager or Senior Account Manager to join their growing team. The firm operates across sectors including financial services, energy, healthcare, transport, and education, offering integrated services in public affairs, corporate communications, digital, research, and creative solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity for a public affairs or communications professional to lead impactful campaigns, support high-profile clients, and contribute to business development within a dynamic, people-first environment.

Public Affairs Account Manager Key Responsibilities

• Deliver creative, integrated strategic communications campaigns tailored to multi-stakeholder audiences
• Interpret and clearly communicate complex policy, regulatory and commercial issues
• Manage client accounts, ensuring timely, budget-conscious and high-quality delivery
• Provide insights and solutions to clients’ reputational and policy challenges
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure alignment across communication channels
• Support business development initiatives, including proposals and pitch presentations
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with a focus on responsiveness and results
• Contribute to internal culture and collaborative team ethos

Public Affairs Account Manager Key Requirements

• Strong experience in public affairs or strategic communications, ideally within an agency environment
• Knowledge of the UK government, policy landscape, and media, especially in financial services
• Proven ability to develop and implement communications strategies that achieve tangible outcomes
• Skilled in writing and presenting complex information in an engaging and accessible way
• Highly organised project manager with the ability to juggle multiple workstreams
• A proactive and solutions-driven mindset with excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and a collaborative team player
• Curious, ambitious, and committed to personal and professional growth

If you have the relevant experience and this opportunity sounds interesting to you, please get in touch with our team, including a copy of your CV as soon as possible via the form below.

Hanson Search is a leading talent advisory and executive search consultancy with consultants based across the UAE, UK, USA, and Europe. We specialise in business-critical roles that drive revenue, reputation, and risk, with dedicated teams in Communications, Government Relations, Public Affairs, Digital Marketing, Sustainability, and C-Suite recruitment. Please click here to find out more about Hanson Search.

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