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My client is a political, communications and industry agency with a proud track record of helping clients shape policy, perceptions and places, through a collaborative and agile approach.
They are experiencing a period of significant growth following a series of exciting new business wins and looking for an Account Director AND and Associate Director to join them.
Client Details
Clients of this public affairs and comms agency are in energy, transport, education, FS, NFP, etc.
Description
The new AD's will be responsible for the day-to-day management of designated accounts to ensure the delivery of a high standard of work, managing account teams to maintain high standards and outstanding service on time and on budget.
This will include:
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Client Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, particularly mid-level or day-to-day clients, and be responsible for the delivery and quality of all work sent to clients
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New business: being a key player in pitches and proposal writing.
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Communication and Team Work.
Profile
My client is looking for candidates who 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
In return, Assciate Directors, Account Directors and all other levels are offered:
- 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.
