Senior PR Account Lead — Hybrid, Strategy & Growth

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 850,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior PR Account Manager to oversee key client accounts from Stellenbosch, Western Cape, in a hybrid role blending office collaboration with remote flexibility. You will drive PR strategies, lead client consultations, and manage agency resources to deliver exceptional results.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in PR with strong client management, media relations expertise, and a track record of successful campaigns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in PR, communications, marketing, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years in public relations with significant client management experience.
• Proven success in developing and executing impactful PR campaigns.
• Excellent client service and relationship management skills.
• Strong media relations expertise and established network of contacts.
• Experience working in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of key client accounts; be the primary contact.
• Develop and implement strategic PR plans per client objectives.
• Oversee PR campaigns including media relations, content, and social media.
• Lead client meetings, presentations, and provide strategic counsel.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and team resources effectively.
• Build and maintain media and influencer relationships.
• Monitor coverage and prepare performance reports.
• Identify new business opportunities within existing accounts.
• Stay abreast of PR and communications industry trends.
• Mentor junior account team members.

Skills

Client management

Media relations

Strategic planning

Presentation skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations/Communications/Marketing

Tools

PR software

Project management tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior PR Account Manager to oversee key client accounts from Stellenbosch, Western Cape, in a hybrid role blending office collaboration with remote flexibility. You will drive PR strategies, lead client consultations, and manage agency resources to deliver exceptional results.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in PR with strong client management, media relations expertise, and a track record of successful campaigns.