Pr associate director

This award-winning creative marketing agency recognises its people makes them truly great. Featured in Campaign rsquo;s Best Places to Work for the last two years running, this agency continually invests in the happiness and growth of its people, proven by its 85% employee retention rate (compared to the agency industry average of 70%). Perks include an annual bonus, flexible start time - allowing you to fit around childcare drop-offs or avoid rush hour, hybrid working, wellbeing programme and an annual overseas team-building trip! As PR Associate Director (covering maternity leave), you rsquo;ll have a birds-eye view on all PR client accounts, and play a leading role in the growth and running of an ambitious PR department. You rsquo;ll inspire and encourage a highly creative and motivated team of PR pros (and all-round lovely human beings) - creating the conditions for the PR team to thrive and produce their best possible work. Day-to-day responsibilities for this PR Associate Director role include: * Leading the team to deliver client accounts ndash; Providing overall strategic direction for client accounts. Guiding and being accountable for the account team that deliver it. Being the point of elevation for the team rsquo;s day-to-day issues and the first point of contact for management. * Team and process management - Managing the structure and day-to-day running of the PR department and client accounts. Refining processes and ensuring the team is working effectively and efficiently. * Growing accounts and winning new ones ndash; Leading and maintaining client relationships. Identifying long-term growth opportunities that grow both the account and the client rsquo;s business. * People management and development - Providing team members with the mentoring and support they need to develop and grow in their PR careers. This is a maternity cover contract role, starting September 2024. Length of contract between 7 and 14 months. About the agency - This fully integrated creative marketing agency produces brand communication strategies that deliver commercial results. Delivering impactful PR campaigns for big brands, they stack up column inches that communicate key brand messaging through the authentic voices of journalists, bloggers and influencers alike. They work with well-known names to drive brand awareness, trust, and ultimately sales, through savvy and strategic media and influencer engagement, activations and events. Perks of the job - You rsquo;ll enjoy; a salary of circa GBP60K, 10% annual bonus; 26 days holiday; hybrid working and flexible start time; wellbeing programme; frequent socials; and an annual trip overseas! Come and be part of a team committed to excellence and innovation in PR and communications. Apply now to receive a job spec with all the information, and support throughout the recruitment process with our supportive recruitment consultants