Senior Account Executive - Corporate Communications

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Account Executive to enhance corporate communications. This role involves developing client relationships, creating compelling materials, and monitoring media trends. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, showcasing excellent writing skills and a collaborative spirit. With opportunities for professional growth and a supportive team, this position promises to be both rewarding and impactful. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diverse perspectives and is dedicated to driving positive change in the communications landscape.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Enhanced parental leave policies

Cycle to work scheme

Social events and parties

Discretionary performance-related bonus

Extra holiday days on anniversaries

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a PR agency or communications role.
• Strong writing skills and ability to adapt style for different audiences.
• Experience in media monitoring and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop client relationships and contribute to client calls.
• Prepare high-standard client materials and present ideas confidently.
• Conduct media monitoring and prepare timely analysis.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Experience in PR agency

Client relationship development

Interest in business and media

Media monitoring and analysis

Media relations

Collaborative mindset

Ability to thrive in fast-paced environment

Tools

Brandwatch

Onalytica

Traackr

Job description

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Senior Account Executive – Corporate Communications, London

Client: JFL Search & Selection

Location: London, United Kingdom

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

Job Description:

We’re a values-led organisation and our purpose informs all we do. Our purpose is to champion collaboration and a wide range of perspectives to build reputations for a thriving world. Our values are:

• Ambitious - we drive positive change through our expert knowledge and entrepreneurial approach
• Collaborative - we bring out the best in each other and our clients
• Inventive - we seek opportunity through originality and creativity

Responsibilities

1. Work across a number of client teams; develop client relationships, attend client calls and contribute, take accurate notes from client and internal meetings
2. Write for different audiences, adapting style accordingly
3. Prepare first draft of client materials to a high standard, working into senior team members
4. Present ideas confidently, internally and to clients
5. Proactively stay on top of industry trends and have a good understanding of client competitors
6. Conduct media monitoring, including client news, competitor developments, political developments, and prepare timely analysis to develop advisory voice and input into discussions. Take first draft of stakeholder mapping exercises
7. Identify and engage with journalists/stakeholders and assist with relationship building briefing documents. Lead on creating media lists.
8. Conduct digital monitoring and make use of listening tools
9. Actively contribute during internal meetings and brainstorms
10. Proactively manage up and down to manage smooth running of accounts and manage day-to-day deliverables
11. Support new business pitches through research and contribute to document creation
12. Network internally and externally

Essential skills and experience

• Excellent writing skills
• Demonstrable experience working in a PR agency or communications role
• Experience in developing relationships with clients or key stakeholders
• A genuine interest in business, current affairs, and the media
• Experience in media monitoring and analysis
• Demonstrable experience in media relations and/or stakeholder engagement
• A ‘can-do’ attitude and a collaborative mindset
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, ideally across multiple client accounts

Desirable skills and experience

• Experience working in an integrated communications agency (desirable but not essential)
• Strong digital skills and experience working with tools (desirable but not essential, training provided on our digital tools such as Brandwatch, Onalytica, and Traackr)
• Discretionary, performance-related bonus
• Days holiday, including an extra day on the 5th, 6th, and 7th-year anniversaries (capped at employer pension contribution)
• Private Medical Insurance (currently with Bupa)
• Enhanced parental leave policies
• Cycle to work scheme
• Social events, parties, and last Thursday of the month socials