Senior Account Director

Arcadia Search Ltd®; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy seeks a Senior Account Director specializing in Reputation and Crisis Communications. This role involves strategic advisory work, managing high-profile accounts, and enhancing corporate credibility. The position offers a dynamic work culture with opportunities for professional growth and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Access to industry events

Networking opportunities

Personal development allowance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in corporate communications and managing reputation and crisis scenarios.
• Ability to navigate the media landscape with confidence and precision.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing strategic communications plans tailored to clients’ objectives.
• Providing expert counsel on crisis management and stakeholder engagement.
• Managing senior stakeholder relationships and acting as a trusted advisor.

Skills

Crisis Management

Strategic Messaging

Client Handling

Networking

Job description

This range is provided by Arcadia Search Ltd. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Founder & Director at Arcadia Search Ltd Communications Executive Search Headhunter & PR Recruiter | FRSA

Senior Account Director – Reputation & Crisis Communications

About the Role

We are seeking an exceptional Senior Account Director with a specialism in Reputation and Crisis Communications to join a forward-thinking consultancy renowned for its strategic insights and bespoke client service. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead on high-profile corporate accounts, providing expert guidance in navigating complex communications challenges while enhancing corporate credibility and delivering measurable client outcomes.

The output for this consultancy is in the digital space, so whilst this role is not traditional media relations it is very much strategic advisory in the corporate and HNWI space, so we are looking for candidates with a reputation management, strategic advisory or communications background who are looking to advance their careers in a future-proofed space that is currently on a significant growth curve.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing strategic communications plans tailored to clients’ corporate objectives.
• Crafting compelling press releases and manage media relations to ensure impactful narratives.
• Providing expert counsel on crisis management, including strategic messaging and stakeholder engagement.
• Leading on narrative development to align with business goals and enhance brand reputation.
• Managing senior stakeholder relationships (corporate and HNWI), acting as a trusted advisor and ensuring alignment on communications strategies.
• Elevate the consultancy’s service offering through innovation and thought leadership, driving better content quality and enhanced client outcomes.

About You

You will bring a wealth of experience in corporate communications and a proven track record in managing reputation and crisis scenarios. Your ability to navigate the media landscape with confidence and precision will be complemented by your strategic thinking and leadership skills.

Key Skills & Experience

• Expertise in press release writing and the power of earned media.
• Deep understanding of the digital landscape, its challenges and opportunities.
• An appetite and passion for Ethical AI in the communications industry.
• Strong strategic messaging and narrative development capabilities.
• Strong client handling skills, particularly within high stakes crisis situations.
• Proven experience in corporate communications and senior stakeholder management.
• A natural and tenacious networker with proven experience in business growth, both organic and self-generated.
• A proactive approach to elevating service offerings and delivering exceptional client outcomes.

What’s on Offer

This is a new consultancy that is exceeding targets due to its unique positioning in the market. The founder is known for the dynamic and inclusive work culture that they create, offering a flexible and supportive environment where you will have access to industry events, networking opportunities, and the chance to work alongside some of the most talented professionals in the field. The founder has created a structure that ensures that industry-celebrated factional leaders are on hand to support, advise and mentor you in this role.

The salary bracket for this role is set at c £60k-£70k with a generous bonus scheme and a personal development allowance. There could be flexibility on the base salary depending on experience for the right candidate.

Please note that whilst hybrid, this role will require London presence at least 3 days a week.

Application Process

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we cannot respond to every applicant individually. Please only apply if you are able to demonstrate that you have the experience requested in the job application. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of applying, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We appreciate your interest and encourage you to consider future opportunities with Arcadia Search.

Arcadia Search: Communications Executive Search and PR Recruitment

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Public Relations, Consulting, and Business Development

• Industries

  Public Relations and Communications Services

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