Account Director

We have a rare opportunity for a PR Account Director to join our fabulous energy team in Aberdeen. We are looking for an enthusiastic, ambitious team player with a passion for the energy industry who wants to play an active part in our continued success. That means delivering best‑in‑class work to existing clients, securing and progressing new business opportunities and championing team development. As a senior member of the Aberdeen team, you’ll be involved in team resourcing and planning, mentoring and line management.

The Person

The correct skillset and experience are crucial. However, given the nature of the role, it’s important that whoever joins our team of PR superstars can contribute to our vibrant culture and will fully embrace our team spirit. We value dynamic, fun, kind supportive colleagues who will embrace and encourage a positive environment.

• Have a strong track record within a PR agency. Ideally, you will have at least three years’ experience at a senior level.
• Have a proven ability to successfully apply strategic thinking to PR campaigns.
• A cool, calm head with wise counsel in crisis situations.
• Are experienced in emergency response.
• Can cut through complex topics to develop effective and creative communications.
• Want to help manage, develop and inspire team members, creating and sustaining a high-performance team.
• Have an appetite for innovation matched by a good sense of how to promote change.
• Boast strong interpersonal skills and are a credible operator at senior level, able to project, listen and influence.
• Are adept at working for clients as part of a multi‑disciplinary project team.
• Have a passion for the energy industry.

The Job

This role is full‑time on a permanent basis. You will be responsible for the strategy, oversight, and relationships for some of the agency’s most high‑profile and longstanding clients.

• Strategic leadership of client accounts, providing senior counsel and taking responsibility for team delivery.
• Writing and presenting fully integrated communications strategies, in collaboration with relevant colleagues, underpinned by insight and research.
• Translating agreed strategy into comprehensive implementation plans backed up by rigorous evaluation metrics and client reporting.
• Leading on large value tenders and new business pitches, identifying opportunities to cross‑sell.
• Championing industry best practice and promoting BIG’s expertise.
• Ability to support, mentor and line manage a team.

The perks

We are a fast‑paced independent agency, with a collaborative and supportive culture and a real emphasis on helping every member of our team achieve their potential. We value energy and commitment highly. If you’re the right person for this opportunity, you can count on:

• A brilliant holiday allowance, including a day off for your birthday, a day off for charity work of your choice and a half day for Christmas shopping.
• Senior investment and time into your career development.
• Coaching, training, and mentoring programmes, with support for professional memberships and study.
• Free fruit every day, free bar every Friday and free pizza every month.
• Private medical cover.
• Life assurance.
• Lots of social events throughout the year and a company‑wide Summer and Christmas party.
• An open, dynamic, and collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to work alongside and learn from some of the best in the business.
• The best colleagues you could hope for!

About BIG

Established over two decades ago, BIG Partnership has grown to become one of the UK's largest and most successful independent marketing agencies, with 70 people working on over 200 clients across offices in Glasgow, Aberdeen and Manchester. We specialise in offering a fully integrated service, with core services covering PR, design, digital and marketing. Brands including Aldi, BP, Deloitte, Asda, Loch Lomond Whisky and Loganair have entrusted their marketing and communications to us. We are BIG on our people and culture. You'll be working alongside colleagues who will happily go the extra mile for you, because they know you would do the same for them.

At BIG, our values aren't just words, they’re how we work every day:

• Refuse to settle: you spot opportunities, solve problems, and make results happen.
• Own the impact: you lead by example, take pride in your work, and make every client feel the value of your expertise.
• Bring the magic: you energise colleagues, inspire clients, and bring positivity to every project.

We’re truly a values‑driven organisation. A hallmark of our ethos is our focus on staff development and an open, supportive culture. But enough about us. How about you? Interested? Of course you are! Click apply now to tell us why you should be the newest member of our team… BIG Partnership is committed to being an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.