Senior PR Account Manager

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Hybrid work model (Sandton)

Health insurance

Vacation policy

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a Senior PR Account Manager to lead client accounts, craft innovative PR strategies, and drive campaign execution across a diverse client portfolio.

You will serve as the primary contact for key clients, providing expert counsel and fostering long-term relationships in a high-energy agency setting with hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in public relations, with agency background or key accounts.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful PR campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple client accounts as the primary contact and strategic advisor.
• Develop and implement comprehensive PR strategies tailored to client objectives.
• Oversee execution of PR campaigns with timely, high-quality deliverables.
• Cultivate and maintain strong media relations and influencer networks.
• Mentor and guide junior account staff for professional development.
• Track campaign performance, analyze results, and provide client-ready reports and recommendations.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Client management

Project management

Media relations

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations/Communications/Marketing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Senior PR Account Manager to join their bustling agency in Sandton . This role requires a seasoned professional to lead client accounts, develop innovative PR strategies, and manage campaign execution to achieve outstanding results. You will serve as the primary point of contact for key clients, providing expert counsel and fostering strong, long-term relationships. This is an opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients in a high-energy, results-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple client accounts, serving as the main point of contact and strategic advisor.
• Develop and implement comprehensive public relations strategies tailored to individual client objectives.
• Oversee the execution of PR campaigns, ensuring timely delivery and quality of all deliverables.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with media contacts and influencers relevant to client industries.
• Mentor and guide junior account staff, fostering their professional development.
• Track campaign performance, analyze results, and provide insightful reports and recommendations to clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in public relations, with at least 3 years in an agency setting or managing key accounts.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful PR campaigns for diverse clients.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, client management, and project management skills.
• Strong media relations skills and a deep understanding of the media landscape.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong presentation abilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering a blend of office and remote flexibility in Sandton .
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous vacation policy and opportunities for continuous professional development.
• A dynamic, collaborative agency culture with significant client-facing responsibilities.