Account Director

PR Pundit Havas Red; Mumbai; On-site; INR 5,500,000 - 7,500,000; Full time

Job summary

PR Pundit Havas Red is seeking an Account Director with 10+ years of deep PR experience to lead high-value campaigns across Fashion, Beauty, Luxury and Consumer sectors in Mumbai. You will drive strategy, nurture key client relationships, and inspire a capable team to deliver exceptional results.

This role demands strong media relations networks, content expertise, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders while maintaining deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of PR experience in Beauty, Fashion, Luxury & Consumer sectors.
• Well-networked with feature media and bloggers.
• Expert in creating content and business communiqués for strong brand identities.
• Strategic thinker who can lead and inspire teams.
• Proven ability to manage large accounts and multiple stakeholders.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Client management: establish relationships and ensure strategic counsel and delivery of campaigns.
• Strategy development: craft PR strategies aligned with goals, including media relations, content, influencer, and digital outreach.
• Media relations: build relationships with journalists, editors, and influencers to drive top-tier coverage.
• Team management: mentor and develop a team of associates.
• Campaign execution: ensure high-quality press materials, events, and reports.
• Business development: support in new pitches and organic growth.
• Reporting & analysis: provide data-driven insights and recommendations.
• Crisis communications: lead crisis management when required.

Skills

PR expertise

Media relations

Strategic thinking

Team leadership

Client management

Communication skills

Job description

At PR Pundit Havas Red, we are seeking a dynamic, strategic, and experienced Account Director (10+ years of work experience) to lead PR campaigns, manage high-value clients, and drive exceptional results for the clients across the Fashion/Beauty/Luxury/Consumer sector.

Requisites

• Candidate should have relevant experience of 10+ years in the field of PR for sectors like Beauty, Fashion, Luxury & Consumer.
• In-depth understanding and well-networked with relevant feature media and bloggers
• Has expertise in creating content/business communiqué that builds and bolsters strong & sophisticated brand identities.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to manage and inspire teams
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Proven experience in managing large accounts and multiple stakeholders
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Client Management: Establishing and nurturing relationships with respective clients and ensuring seamless communication, strategic counsel, and delivery of exceptional PR campaigns.
• Strategy Development: Development of PR strategies that align with client goals, integrating media relations, content, influencer, and digital outreach.
• Media Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, and influencers across sectors. Drive top-tier media coverage through proactive outreach and storytelling.
• Team Management: Mentor and manage a team of associates; oversee team performance, growth, and development.
• Campaign Execution: Ensure high-quality execution of campaigns, press releases, media kits, events, and reports.
Business Development: Support in new business pitches, proposals, and organic growth of existing accounts.
• Reporting & Analysis: Provide data-driven insights, media coverage analysis, and strategic recommendations to clients.
• Crisis Communications: Lead issue management and crisis response strategies for clients when required.