Public Relations Account Executive

LIZ LEAN PR; Poole; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A London-based PR agency is looking for a PR Account Director to monitor media coverage, draft pitches, and manage client communications. Candidates should have 1-2 years of experience in public relations or related fields. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and generous holiday allowances, along with opportunities for professional development and a global team experience. Fluency in German and/or French is a plus.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual holiday + bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Co-working space

Class Pass membership

Private healthcare

Social events

Travel opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in PR, Communications, or Journalism.
• Strong motivation and ability to work independently under pressure.
• Fluency in German and/or French is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor media coverage and report results.
• Research and draft pitches for media.
• Draft agendas for client calls and take meeting notes.
• Manage and arrange media interviews for clients.
• Develop creative ideas for PR campaigns.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time-management

Attention to detail

Creativity

Interpersonal skills

Fluency in German and/or French

Education

Experience or educational background in Public Relations

Knowledge of fintech or blockchain

Tools

Telegram

Slack

X (formerly Twitter)

Discord

Job description

Job Title: PR Account Director

Salary: £50-59 K (dependent on experience)

Location: Central London

Basic Hours of Work: 40 hours per week (Mon–Fri 9 am‑6 pm)

Responsibilities

• Monitor media coverage and report results to the wider team and clients.
• Research and draft pitches for features, interviews, op‑eds and press releases.
• Draft agendas and actions for client calls, and take internal meeting notes.
• Research client events and industry conferences.
• Research and build media lists on an ongoing basis.
• Pitch press releases, op‑eds and feature stories.
• Arrange and manage media interviews for clients.
• Assist in developing creative ideas for PR campaigns, crafting and executing media strategies.
• Monitor and flag relevant news stories to the team.

Requirements

• Candidate must have the right to work in the UK.
• At least 1–2 years of experience or educational background in Public Relations, Communications or Journalism.
• Knowledge of fintech, blockchain or cryptocurrency space, or genuine desire to learn about it.
• Outstanding organisational, multi‑tasking and time‑management skills.
• Strong attention to detail – excellent spelling, grammar and proof‑reading.
• High motivation and ability to work independently under pressure.
• Strong news sense and knack for storytelling.
• Flair for creativity, strategic thinking and innovation.
• Strong interpersonal skills when dealing with clients and media.
• Willing to communicate with memes.
• Experience with communication platforms: Telegram, Slack, X (formerly Twitter) and Discord.
• Prioritisation of applicants fluent in German and/or French.

Benefits

• Competitive salary – benchmarked and reviewed biannually.
• Annual holiday allowance – 25 days + bank holidays.
• Birthday off.
• Flexible working – WFH days and flexible hours (9 am–6 pm).
• Co‑working space – three days per week from office in Cannon Street.
• Class Pass membership – use for gym classes or massage.
• Private healthcare with BUPA.
• Social events to connect with colleagues.
• Annual company offsite (last was a Safari Park).
• Travel opportunities – attend key conferences in major global cities.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Global team – opportunity to work with ambitious, like‑minded, driven people worldwide.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send a CV and cover letter to REJ @ …

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