Senior PR Strategy Director - Hybrid (Centurion)

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance-based bonuses

Hybrid work model

Annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, is seeking an experienced PR Account Director to lead client relationships and drive impactful campaigns. This hybrid role combines time in our Centurion office with remote work flexibility as you guide strategy and teams.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in public relations, strong media connections in SA, and proven leadership. You will shape client strategies, manage crises, and deliver measurable PR results for key accounts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years in public relations with agency account management.
• Proven track record managing client relationships and delivering PR results.
• In-depth knowledge of the South African media landscape and strong media contacts.
• Excellent strategic thinking, planning and problem-solving abilities.
• Crisis communications and reputation management experience.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Hybrid work environment with collaboration and self-management.
• Experience working with Gauteng region clients is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage multiple client PR accounts with strategic alignment.
• Develop and present comprehensive PR strategies tailored to client objectives.
• Cultivate and maintain long-term relationships with key clients.
• Lead media relations, identify opportunities, pitch stories and secure coverage.
• Manage crisis communications and provide strategic counsel to clients.
• Mentor and guide account teams for high performance.
• Oversee budget management for client accounts and resource allocation.
• Monitor industry trends and competition to provide proactive advice.
• Ensure high standards of quality and creativity in deliverables.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Client relationship management

Media relations

Crisis communications

Team leadership

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations/Communications/Marketing

Master's degree (plus)

Job description

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, is seeking an experienced PR Account Director to lead client relationships and drive impactful campaigns. This hybrid role combines time in our Centurion office with remote work flexibility as you guide strategy and teams.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in public relations, strong media connections in SA, and proven leadership. You will shape client strategies, manage crises, and deliver measurable PR results for key accounts.