Account Manager

at  Ogilvy

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong understanding of business and technology media landscape and the issues that matter to B2B audiences
• Strong copywriting skills with experience drafting copy for B2B audiences
• Experience managing press office retainers and/or large-scale PR campaigns
• Excellent communication, project management, and organizational skills.
• Experience in a fast-paced agency environment is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in building consistently productive relationships.
• The ability to remain optimistic under pressure.
• Strong experience in key stakeholder management.
• A creative outlook with the ability to achieve the full potential from projects, keeping abreast of and utilizing new industry developments and technology.
  If you are a results-oriented, news-obsessed, creative individual with a passion for corporate PR, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and help us develop “best in class” corporate PR programmes that help our clients achieve their goals.

THE ROLE:

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Account Manager to join our Corporate PR team. As an Account Manager, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day work across a portfolio of clients, developing and executing campaigns and press office activities, and building strong relationships with clients, internal teams and media. The ideal candidate will be someone who champions diverse thinking and approach, has a passion for creativity and innovation, and is committed to delivering results for clients.
In this role, you will work closely with clients to understand their business goals and objectives, and help develop and deliver campaigns and strategies that align with their vision. You will lead and collaborate with the wider PR team – including creative, strategy and influencer specialists – to deliver stand-out campaigns and press office work. You will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of corporate PR activity, including media relations, content creation, messaging development, and issues monitoring work. You will also support the senior team in responding to new business proposals.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing complex campaigns and PR retainers, managing a team of Account Executives, and delivering results for clients. You should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with clients and internal teams. As an Account Manager, you will need to be organized, detail-oriented, and have strong project management skills. Additionally, you should be able to think creatively and bring new ideas to the table that will help drive client success. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic agency and work with a talented team of professionals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage a portfolio of client accounts, including developing and executing day-to-day PR campaigns and press office work, and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Maintain a finger on the pulse of the news agenda, particularly within the business and technology sectors, to drive compelling client communications tactics
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key reporters and editors in the national and trade media, and instil a focus on media relationship-building in junior team members
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, serving as their primary point of contact and anticipating their needs
• Write compelling long- and short-form copy, including op-eds, press releases, Q&As, messaging, and commentary, that fits clients’ tone of voice and ladders up to agreed communications strategies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including creative, strategy, analytics, and influence to ensure successful campaign execution.
• Monitor and analyse campaign performance, using data to inform decision-making and optimize campaign effectiveness
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies, sharing insights and recommendations with clients and internal teams
• Mentor and develop junior team members, providing guidance and support as needed
• Support senior team members with new business proposals, including providing background research and media landscape expertise
• Ensure compliance with internal processes and procedures, including timesheets, invoicing, and project management tools.