Account Director, Financial Services PR

Our client is a fast paced financial services PR agency. The team needs to hire an experienced Senior Account Manager/Account Director ideally with previous PR agency experience but you absolutely must have a passion for financial services. There is a really interesting and client list for the successful candidate to work on from day one. The focus is on pensions and investments, with employee benefits also being of interest. I dea l l y their new team member will be: Energetic, positive and inquisitive A proactive and creative thinker An excellent communicator – both verbal and written Organised and efficient Able to work to deadlines and cope positively with time pressure Prepared to roll up their sleeves as and when necessary Au fait with a range of PR and marketing communications activities, including social media Able to work as part of a team, but also be able to self-motivate and take ownership of individual projects and tasks Experienced in the UK financial market ideally (although industry training can be provided) T a sks will include: Working with the team to develop PR and marketing plans and strategies and to implement activity Liaising with clients and attending client m…