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Job Title:PR Account DirectorSalary: 50-59K (dependent on experience)Location: Central LondonBasic Hours of Work: 40 hours per week (Mon-Fri 9am to 6pm)Applying for this role is straight forward Scroll down and click on Apply to be considered for this position.If you are interested in this opportunity please send a CV and cover letter to REJ @ - applications sent without a cover letter will not be consideredAbout 89up89up is the global agency for not for profits and good causes. Our mission is clear: to help our incredible clients tackle the worlds greatest challenges, with a focus on climate action, social justice, economic fairness and helping to deliver the UN sustainable development goals.We work with organisations across the UK, Europe, US, and beyond. Across the agency we deliver public relations, creative campaigns, website development, advocacy, insights, and mobilisation.Our insight-led approach builds award-winning campaigns that drive meaningful change.Description of the RoleThe PR Account Director we are looking for will ideally have at least 5 years of previous agency experience and have a thirst for knowledge, being able to stretch across various, often complex subject matters. From climate justice, ethical finance, and nature and biodiversity campaigns to health awareness and education, human rights and democracy, social justice and tech for good campaigns.From UK-focused PR campaigns to global, multi-stakeholder integrated campaigns, working with our global partners, spokespeople and case studies. You should be able to adeptly handle 3-5 clients at any one time, building client trust based on first-class results. Plus, help support new business wins.You should have experience leading global integrated campaigns, and taking complex, technical topics and translating them for a consumer audience.Ideally (but not essential), you will have an interest in UK politics and global affairs, with experience in political and policy PR.Youll be passionate about storytelling and able to shape and land stories in compelling ways - from thought leadership and opinion editorials to podcasts. Youll have a healthy black book of contacts consisting of international, national and specialist/trade media.As a senior member of the business, youll be adept at nurturing talent and knowledge sharing and inspiring teams you work with.What were looking forYour core responsibilities will be:Act as the senior contact for clients and their teams, ensuring consistent, high-quality service and outcomesLead and manage a portfolio of accounts, providing strategic and creative leadershipDevelop account teams, including Account Executives, Senior Account Executives and Account ManagersAbility to work on integrated accounts across teamsWin new business from existing and new clients and represent the agency at stakeholder eventsOversee PR campaigns from brief to delivery, ensuring innovation, creativity and strategic alignmentEnsure campaigns are delivered on time, within budget and ensure KPIs are met or exceededManage account resources, manage PR teams, and, where needed, coordinate integrated teams, and coordinate with global agenciesMaintain and grow a strong network of media contacts, demonstrating mastery of media relationsAnalyse PR outcomes, interpret data and present findings to boards, clients and stakeholdersDeliver exceptional written, verbal and presentation communication across all contextsMentor, train and support the professional development of team members, identifying training needs and managing performance reviewsGrow existing client accounts while supporting new business development and agency growthNetwork, pitch and champion the agencys values and brand to nurture contacts and pipelinesEnsure the highest level of client experience, often as the most senior contact for key accountsRequired SkillsExcellent standard of written English.Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with the wider team during pitches and presentationsCool and calm when working under pressure, and able to anticipate and solve problemsAbility to produce work to a high standard quickly and professionally with excellent attention to detail, and high levels of initiativeLine management and mentoring experienceIntegrated communications and campaigning experience (e.g. digital, web, public affairs, research and insights)Additional Skills for Bonus PointsExperience working on a global account, and/or with non-UK-based clients, would be beneficialKnowledge of LMIC media markets and institutions is desirableThis is a role that will allow you to explore your strengths in a multi-disciplinary, integrated communications environment. You will experience exposure to senior team members (experts in a variety of fields who are on hand to offer masterclasses and mentoring), opportunities (especially within the integrated marketing mix - so you learn about other specialisms and try your hand at them), creativity and content creation (with a flat structure, everyone ideas are valued), and clients and client management. All of these things will enable you to hone your talent, while broadening your skill set and fast-tracking your career progression, in a passionate, supportive and friendly environment.What we offerHybrid working with 3 office days (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday as core days. xjdpvnf You may need to come into the office on Mondays and Fridays for important meetings)24 days holiday (a max of 4 days are taken for closure over Christmas, plus you receive an additional day off on your birthday)A competitive base salary with performance-linked discretionary bonuses twice yearlyEnhanced maternity/paternity payPension company contributionsGold-plated sickness benefits and life insurancePrivate GP, private counselling, eyecare vouchers, wellbeing serviceCycle-to-work schemeA commitment to Diversity, Equity and InclusionClear career progression pathways and opportunities to develop in a fast-growth agencyFormal mentoring and training schemes to support your successA dynamic work environment where your contributions are heard and counted, not lost in the noise and tangle of a large corporate businessThis is an opportunity to work on some of the most pressing issues of our time, with people who are committed to making a difference. If youre passionate about politics, media, digital strategy, and driving change, we want to hear from you.