Public Relations Account Director

JR United Kingdom; York; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading PR agency is seeking a PR Account Director to manage a diverse portfolio in energy and infrastructure. This role involves strategic leadership, advising senior stakeholders, and crafting impactful campaigns. The successful candidate will possess substantial agency experience and a deep understanding of political and industry factors. Join a values-driven team offering flexible benefits, career coaching, and an opportunity to excel in the B2B communications sector.

Benefits

Wellbeing grants

Bonus holiday leave

Flexible hours

Career coaching

Qualifications

• Agency-side experience operating at senior manager or director level.
• Confidence liaising with senior executives and journalists.
• Proven track record in high-impact campaigns.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Political and industry landscape knowledge

Leadership

Commercial awareness

Media instincts

Campaign production

Job description

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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.