At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage client accounts and deliver innovative engagement programmes in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join Hanbury Strategy, a dynamic team at the forefront of politics and communications.
- Benefits: Enjoy 28 days paid leave, hybrid working, and wellness programmes.
- Other info: Opportunities for professional growth and a vibrant social calendar await you.
- Why this job: Make an impact in political analysis while developing your skills in a supportive culture.
- Qualifications: Passion for politics, strong writing skills, and experience in project management.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Location: London (hybrid working)
Start Date: ASAP/End of summer
Whether a client is facing a communications challenge or has a policy goal, our exceptional team uses our understanding of politics, public opinion and the press to create campaigns that work. We are looking for a driven Account Manager with a passion for politics and policy who excels at managing complex client accounts. As a key member of our high performing team, you will be a fast-learner eager to contribute to cutting-edge regulatory and political analysis and to deliver engagement programmes for leading global companies across multiple sectors.
However, at Hanbury we support clients across the whole communications spectrum. We are therefore open to candidates with experience across reputation, communications, politics and policy to help deliver excellence for our clients.
- A solid understanding of the UK political and regulatory landscape and experience.
- A capable writer, dedicated to producing high quality work and going the extra mile in a fast paced environment.
- A collaborative management style, keen to grow experience of managing and mentoring others.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to encourage respectful debate, unafraid to take risks.
- Experience of project management in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment.
- An adept communicator both in writing and verbally.
Day to Day Account Deliverables:
- Drive day-to-day programme management across a portfolio of client accounts with guidance from senior colleagues and support from Executives.
- Inputting into the mapping and analysis of policy risks and opportunities.
- Active in strengthening and deepening networks.
Client Management:
- You will play a supporting role in business development, inputting into well-structured and creative new business proposals.
- Building skills to identify cross and upselling opportunities to existing clients and source new commercial opportunities.
- Clear, timely and appropriate internal communication, keeping account leads updated on key account deliverables and deadlines.
- You will manage junior colleagues on accounts, and have experience in delegation, motivation, supervision and development of others.
Account Managers support the development of a positive Hanbury culture and act as an advocate and ambassador for Hanbury both internally and externally.
Benefits:
- 28 days’ paid leave plus bank holidays and time off over Christmas.
- Pension plan - 4% company contribution.
- Annual discretionary bonus scheme.
- Electric vehicle scheme.
- Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan.
- The opportunity to opt in to Vitality including private health care and subsidised gym.
- We are a hybrid working employer.
- Work from abroad policy for up to 4 weeks a year.
- Access to a full social and cultural calendar and employee wellness programmes.
- A rich and diverse people development programme including fortnightly internal training sessions and a full annual programme of external trainers and inspirational speakers.
Hanbury Strategy is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender or gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex or sexual orientation. Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments to be made during recruitment or in employment for reasons associated with your physical or mental health.
Account Management Support Executive employer: Hanbury Strategy
At Hanbury Strategy, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer in Greater London, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through comprehensive training programmes and mentorship opportunities, ensuring that you can thrive in your role as a Public Affairs Account Director. With a hybrid work model and a focus on wellness initiatives, we create an environment where you can achieve both professional success and personal well-being.
