PR Account Manager, Technology PR Agency Surrey

Our client is a specialist technology PR agency who works with technology clients. They are consistently winning business and working with global providers to help increase the awareness and media coverage of its' clients in the UK.

As an example the company were recently chosen to manage all Numara UK's  PR activity due to the agency’s experience in the IT Service Management and cloud computing/managed services sector. A key focus will be on developing Numara’s presence amongst the IT trade, Mobile enterprise, Telecoms and Channel press ahead of key announcements for the company, particularly in the run-up to the Service Desk and IT Support Show, which is to be held in April 2012.

Our client has new vacancy for PR Account Manager based at their Surrey offices. Expectation of this person is high and they are looking for the following skillsets:

Media Skills

Able to utilise all relevant tools in the agency to create media lists, feature track, write and distribute press material and follow up distribution with journalists. Able to manage and implement agreed media campaigns with minimal supervision. This includes all aspects of media contact, interviews and writing of material. Regarded as expert in a field of the media relevant to his/her clients Markets. Has a clear network of media contacts and evidence of proactive contact from journalists. Is capable of defining creative media campaigns to meet the strategic needs of the client. Is capable of defining communications strategy to meet the Marketing objectives of a client.

Client Skills

Is able to deal with client contact in an effective and efficient manner. Is courteous and responsive to client requests. Is the regular day to day contact for clients dealing with issues and opportunities to strengthen the client relationship with minimal supervision. Regarded as the main agency contact by clients. Clear feedback from clients on strong and positive input to the campaign and knowledge of their industry. Is responsible for reporting. Is capable of managing and driving client relationships. Organising meetings, reviews and planning sessions to meet the strategic needs of clients. Is capable of developing and strengthening client relationships to establish the agency as a strategic PR partner.

Management

Can effectively prioritise individual tasks to ensure all agreed activity is delivered. Can prioritise all resources involved in a campaign to ensure campaign activity is delivered in a timely and efficient manner. Can supervise and coach staff to both deliver on client requirements and help staff to develop new skills. Capable of leading and motivating an account team to achieve successful delivery of campaigns

Business

Can identify new business opportunities and successfully propose PR campaigns that deliver profitable business to the agency.  Can create campaign proposals to increase current client satisfaction and fee revenue. Able to deliver an agreed plan on time and control the budget of both time and money. Ensures that all regular admin is kept up to date.

If you have a PR and Marketing background and want to work in Surrey then apply today!