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Account Director - Public Affairs

City of London Permanent £55,000 - £65,000 per year View Job Description
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.
  • Agency with a broad range of interesting clients..
  • Significant growth following a series of exciting new business wins

About Our Client

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

Job 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.

The Successful Applicant

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'.

What's on 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.



Contact
Amy Cox
Quote job ref
JN-012025-6647825
Phone number
+44 207 269 2214

Job summary

Job function
Policy
Subsector
Commerce & Industry
Sector
Business Services
Location
City of London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Amy Cox
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2214
Job reference
JN-012025-6647825