Account Executive - Public Relations

InvisionHR; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a PR Account Executive to provide essential administrative support to the Account Management team. The role involves building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and timely task completion. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant Public Relations qualification and demonstrate excellent administrative and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Relevant Public Relations Tertiary Qualification required.
• Completion of an internship / in-service training is advantageous.
• Computer literate and Office 365 proficient.

Responsibilities

• Offer administrative support to the Account Management team.
• Cultivate strong relationships with team members, clients, and suppliers.
• Ensure timely completion and delivery of assignments.

Skills

Good writing skills

Outstanding administrative skills

Excellent client service skills

Good interpersonal skills

Confident presentation skills

Education

Relevant Public Relations Tertiary Qualification

Tools

Office 365

Job description

Position Overview and Key Responsibilities

The primary responsibility of the PR Account Executive (AE) is to offer administrative support to the Account Management team with whom they collaborate.

• Anticipated to cultivate strong relationships with team members, clients, and suppliers.
• The AE’s demeanor should contribute positively to the overall team environment.
• Prepare fundamental content as necessary.
• Ensure timely completion and delivery of assignments.
• Facilitate meeting arrangements and assist the team in their preparations.
• Provide general assistance to both the team and the agency.
• Ensure that all communications, whether by telephone or email, are conducted promptly and treated as priorities, including necessary follow-ups to maintain momentum on business activities.
• Strive to develop strong relationships with all business stakeholders, including staff, clients, and suppliers.
• Engage positively and energetically with all business stakeholders, whether in person, via telephone, or through email.

Requirements

Experience and Qualifications :

• Relevant Public Relations Tertiary Qualification
• Completion of an internship / in-service training (advantageous).
• Computer literate, Office 365 proficient.
• Valid driver’s license; willingness to travel, if required.

Skills and Knowledge :

• Good writing skills
• Outstanding administrative skills
• Excellent client service skills
• Good interpersonal skills with strong service orientation
• Confident presentation skills

Competencies :

• Initiative
• Resourceful
• Enthusiasm
• Excellent attention to detail
• Planning ability
• Accountable
• Time-management
• Decision-Making
• Multi-tasking
• Innovative
• Results Driven
• Quality Focused
• Independent; Self-managing
• Professional
• Collaborative / Team-oriented