Public Relations Account Director

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency in the Midlands is seeking a PR Account Director to oversee B2B and corporate communications for a diverse client portfolio. This leadership role involves shaping strategies, advising on media engagement, and driving impactful campaigns across various platforms. The ideal candidate will have significant agency experience, political savvy, and a proven track record in high-stakes environments, with opportunities for personal growth and value-driven work culture.

Benefits

Wellbeing grants

Bonus holiday leave

Flexible hours

Career coaching

Qualifications

• Agency-side experience at senior manager or director level.
• Strong grasp of political and industry landscapes.
• Confidence liaising with senior executives and journalists.

Responsibilities

• Leading client strategy and owning senior relationships.
• Delivering standout results across national and trade media.
• Coaching and developing a high-performing team.

Skills

Political landscape knowledge

Media instinct

Commercial awareness

Leadership presence

Job description

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Public Relations Account Director, sheffield, south yorkshire

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Client:

Digital Waffle

Location:

sheffield, south yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

PR Account Director - B2B & Corporate Communications

A highly awarded Midlands-based agency is on the lookout for an experienced PR Director to lead a portfolio of clients across energy, infrastructure and regulated sectors.

This is a leadership opportunity to shape strategy, oversee campaigns, and advise C-suite stakeholders on how to own key moments in the media - from national policy to financial events. You’ll be skilled at making complex issues punchy, bringing B2B stories to life across trade and national press.

Birmingham - Hybrid (2-3 days in office)

What you’ll be doing

• Leading client strategy and owning senior relationships
• Delivering standout results across national and trade media
• Using your policy knowledge and media instinct to drive relevance
• Supporting, coaching and developing a high-performing team
• Owning budgets, scope and agency commercials

What you’ll bring

• Agency-side experience operating at senior manager or director level
• A strong grasp of political and industry landscapes
• Confidence liaising with senior execs and journalists alike
• Track record of producing high-impact campaigns
• Commercial awareness and leadership presence

What’s on offer

• Award-winning client portfolio and strategic influence
• Brilliant benefits including wellbeing grants, bonus holiday leave, flexible hours, career coaching, and much more
• A values-driven team and culture that champions purpose and progression

This is a great role for a commercially savvy comms leader with a sharp news sense and deep B2B experience. Apply now to take the next step in your PR career.