Job Description

Senior Account Manager - PR Our client in the communications space is looking to employ a Senior Account Manager. This position in Corporate and Public Policy Advisory will be ideal for a candidate who is media savvy, performance and deadline-driven, detail-orientated, and good with numbers. The incumbent will be responsible for maintaining positive client relationships and providing advisory at a senior level - ensuring confidentiality and the highest levels of professionalism. They will be required to drive the planning and implementation of profiling and reputation management initiatives, aligned with client objectives. To do this effectively, a key focus on proactively identifying, building, and maintaining positive relationships with relevant stakeholders, is vital. Responsibilities Experienced in supporting new business development xe2x80x93 from proposals to budgets is key. The ideal candidate would be a skilled project manager, who is a resourceful self-starter able to work independently and can multi-task while working under pressure. Understanding of current affairs with an ability to leverage public policy to support client profiling is required as well as a good understanding of key social media channels and experience in leveraging these platforms for clients The candidate must be able to effectively motivate teams and influence quality outputs Experience and Qualification:

• A Degree/Diploma in Communications, Public Relations or Journalism
• At least 7 years of communications experience

• At least 2 yearsxe2x80x99 experience in an account management role, at the agency level

• Public policy-related stakeholder engagement experience will be advantageous

• Has compelling research and strategic writing abilities with experience across key content formats (media releases, thought leadership, etc.)

• Is adept at issues and crisis management

• Strong public policy experience

• Maintains strong media and influencer relationships

• Is adept at engagements across diverse stakeholder segments

• Can quickly understand new sectors and add value to clients

• Understands current affairs and is able to leverage public policy to support client profiling imperatives

• Has a good understanding of key social media channels and experience in leveraging these platforms for clients