Account Manager (Communications) in London

Location: London (hybrid working)

Start Date: ASAP/End of summer

Application: Applications close 7th August (we will begin interviewing before closing date)

About Hanbury Strategy

We turn insight into impact. 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 have a relentless focus on achieving great results for our clients.

Founded in 2016, Hanbury continues to focus on delivering client excellence and growing our business across offices in London, Brussels, Washington D.C. and Sydney. Our high performing team works with major financial institutions, tech startups, campaign groups, and household name brands to communicate their message, manage their reputation, and deliver the media coverage they need.

We are looking for a driven Account Manager with a keen interest in media, communications and campaigns. With proven experience of delivering high-profile coverage for clients, and running efficient accounts, the successful candidate will be motivated to join a dynamic team during this period of rapid growth.

About You

This role requires experience in communications. 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.

• The ideal candidate profile:
• Passionate about media relations, with an understanding of how to secure quality coverage and build a network of journalists.
• Around 2-3 years of professional experience working in a Government press office, in a busy newsroom, or working in-house. Agency experience is a plus.
• 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 and is not afraid to take risks.
• Exposure to project management in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment.
• An adept communicator both in writing and verbally.
• Eager to be part of a dynamic team and drive a positive working environment.
• Enjoys working with people with a diverse range of backgrounds and opinions.

Role and Responsibilities

• Day to Day Account Deliverables
• Drive day-to-day programme management with guidance from senior colleagues and support from executives.
• With senior colleagues, develop and execute media plans to secure coverage across national, regional and trade media.
• Strengthen your own network of journalist contacts.
• Run press office functions for clients, both proactive pitching and reactive crisis handling.

• Client Management
• Key day-to-day client contact. Managing client relationships on a portfolio of accounts, demonstrating prioritisation and problem resolution skills.
• Consistent focus on adding value to clients and delivering excellence.
• Deepening understanding of client sectors, business models and preferred ways of working.

• Business Development
• 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.
• Developing presentation and influencing skills.

• Leadership & Development
• Clear, timely and appropriate internal communication, keeping account leads updated on key account deliverables and deadlines.
• Attend external events to increase their knowledge and understanding of relevant sectors and share insights and connections with the wider team.
• You will manage junior colleagues on accounts, and have experience in delegation, motivation, supervision and development of others.

• Culture
• 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.
• Normal working hours are 9am - 6pm.
• Electric vehicle scheme.
• Nursery 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.

Equal Opportunities

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. As part of our commitment to equal opportunities, we are open to discussions about alternative working patterns or hours.

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. We are committed to ensuring everyone is able to fully participate in whatever way is most appropriate for them.