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Account Director, PR, B2B/Professional Services

ALEXANDER JAMES RECRUITMENT LTD
Posted 5 days ago, valid for 2 days
Location

London, Greater London NW5 1UH, England

Salary

£50 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Our client is seeking an Account Director for their growing London office, specializing in B2B professional services.
  • The role requires managing 6–8 key accounts and leading a team of two Account Executives and an Editorial Consultant.
  • Candidates should have a strong background in PR, experience in B2B, and a passion for creative design, with efficiency and multitasking skills.
  • The position offers a competitive salary, benefits including 25 days of holiday, private health insurance, and opportunities for growth as the office expands.
  • Applicants should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and will benefit from a dynamic work environment with hybrid working options.

Our client is looking for an Account Director to lead its fast-growing London office.  This is a central and pivotal hire for the business. The agency specialises in the B2B professional services space and they are ideally looking for someone with B2B experience but someone who is passionate about creative design.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Managing Partner, the Account Director will manage 6–8 key accounts, leading a team of two Account Executives and an Editorial Consultant. Responsibilities include:

  • Leading client campaigns, from onboarding to reviews, ensuring strategies are executed effectively.
  • Serving as the primary client contact, developing media stories and providing senior PR counsel.
  • Managing team recruitment, coaching, and performance.
  • Ensuring budget profitability and contributing to agency culture and reputation.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be passionate about design, with a strong background in PR and experience running campaigns and managing teams. Key qualities include:

  • Efficiency and multitasking skills to manage multiple projects.
  • Strong storytelling, writing, and idea development abilities.
  • A proactive mindset to bring forward ideas and execute them.

What Working Here Offers

  • A dynamic, inspiring work environment with top-tier clients.
  • Regular socials, away days, and overseas trips.
  • Competitive benefits, including 25 days of holiday and private health insurance.
  • Opportunities for growth as the London office expands.
  • Hybrid working, three days in the office

Our client is committed to inclusivity; we welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Please reach out confidentially for any necessary recruitment adjustments.  Adjustments will not negatively impact your application.

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