Senior PR Account Manager

Cardilogix Talent Specialists; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardilogix Talent Specialists in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior PR Account Manager who loves owning campaigns, building journalist relationships, and driving outcomes across a dynamic portfolio of brands and projects.

You will lead media relations, craft compelling copy, and manage high-stakes client accounts while coordinating strategy and on-site activations in a fast-paced, collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of solid PR and communications experience.
• Recognized PR qualification or Journalism degree.
• Exceptional media pitching, strong organizational skills, proactive problem-solver.

Responsibilities

• Media Relations & Pitching: secure top-tier press coverage and coordinate interviews.
• Account Management & Client Services: lead day-to-day strategy and campaign delivery.
• Content & Copywriting: write and edit across PR, digital and social channels.
• Strategy & Campaigns: lead social, digital, internal comms and stakeholder engagement.
• On-the-Ground Execution: support live activations, reporting and team management.

Skills

Media pitching

Organization

Proactive mindset

Digital comms

Storytelling

Education

PR qualification or Journalism degree

Job description

Senior PR Account Manager job vacancy in Johannesburg.

We are looking for a Senior PR Account Manager who loves taking ownership, building meaningful journalist relationships, and driving campaigns that actually move the needle across a dynamic portfolio of brands and projects.

Do you live and breathe media relations? Can you pitch a story that makes journalists stop scrolling, craft bulletproof copy, and manage multiple high-stakes client accounts without breaking a sweat?

If you are a proactive, solutions-driven communications powerhouse with an eye for digital trends and a knack for storytelling, this role is for you!

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Media Relations & Pitching: Secure top-tier press coverage, pitch compelling angles, and coordinate interviews and corporate comms.
• Account Management & Client Services: Act as the trusted day-to-day lead, overseeing strategy implementation and campaign delivery.
• Content & Copywriting: Deliver razor-sharp writing, editing, and content development across PR, digital, and social channels.
• Strategy & Campaigns: Lead social media, digital comms, internal communication, and stakeholder engagement.
• On-the-Ground Execution: Jump into live activations, onsite support, reporting, administration, and team project management.

What We Are Looking For:

• Experience: 5 to 7 years of solid PR and communications experience.
• Education: A recognized PR qualification or Journalism degree from a reputable institution.
• Skills: Exceptional media pitching skills, strong organizational muscle, and a proactive, solutions-driven mindset.
• Digital Savvy: A strong grasp of digital comms and social media trends.
• The Proof: A stellar portfolio showcasing your writing chops and published media wins.

What’s in It for You?

• Work with diverse, exciting brands and high-profile client accounts.
• Be part of a dynamic, collaborative team that values ownership and creativity.
• Grow your career in a fast-paced environment where your voice and ideas matter.