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Account Director - Public Affairs

Michael Page Policy
Posted 9 hours ago, valid for 8 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Contract type

Full Time

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  • My client is seeking an Account Director and an Associate Director to oversee various client projects and public affairs campaigns.
  • The roles require a minimum of 5 years of experience in public affairs or a related field.
  • The positions offer a competitive salary along with an annual performance bonus of up to 15%.
  • Candidates should possess strong political knowledge, excellent writing skills, and a track record of successful communications strategies.
  • The agency provides a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth, generous benefits, and regular team activities.

My client is looking for an Account Director AND an Associate Director to lead diverse client projects, develop strategic communications plans, and manage public affairs campaigns. Based in a lovely office with a great team of experienced consultants.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established, medium-sized public affairs agency with a broad range of clients in energy, transport, education, FS, NFP, etc.

Description

  • Lead and manage public affairs campaigns for a diverse range of clients.
  • Develop strategic communications plans that align with client objectives.
  • Provide advice on policy, political and stakeholder issues.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the industry.
  • Represent clients in meetings with government officials and stakeholders.
  • Provide expert knowledge on a broad range of sectors and relevant policy developments.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to deliver client projects.
  • Drive new business development efforts.

Profile

A successful Account Director should have:

  • A creative approach to political comms, with a good track record in implementing communications strategies;
  • The ability to manage complex and fast paced client programmes;
  • A good working knowledge of politics and how the media works;
  • Strong writing and presenting skills;
  • Commercial awareness and a new business focus;
  • Excellent political network
  • Strong understanding of public affairs and experience devising and implementing creative campaigns which drive meaningful, measurable change in outcomes.
  • Experience in a public affairs agency or very politically 'plugged in'.

Job Offer

My client offers Account Directors, Associate Directors and all other levels:

  • Competitive salary;
  • Up to 15% annual performance bonus;
  • Generous holiday allowance plus Christmas / New Year shut down;
  • Generous pension contribution;
  • Private healthcare insurance;
  • New business bonus;
  • Employee referral bonus;
  • Buy and sell holiday scheme;
  • Cycle to work scheme;
  • Season ticket loan;
  • Deliveroo Friday;
  • Regular team socials and annual away day;
  • Clear opportunities for growth and progression.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.