Account Manager - PR with Social Media experience
A mix of office-based (Ringwood, Hampshire – 3 days p/w) and WFH (2 days p/w)
Full-time, Permanent
We are a multi-award winning, PR, marketing and social media full-service agency, based in Hampshire. Located in Ringwood, on the Hampshire/Dorset border, we are relentless in the pursuit of results for our clients - devising and implementing both strategic and creative PR, social media and marketing campaigns that drive enquiries, sales and build brands and reputation on a regional, national and international scale. We have an excellent opportunity for a passionate, confident and creative Account Manager, with a specialism in PR to join the team.
Role overview
The successful candidate will be a real all-rounder who can think big and still deliver on the detail. You’ll be a self-starter and able to run your own accounts with bags of drive, energy and commitment. There'll also be the opportunity for international travel supporting clients with a range of activities.
Your day-to-day role will cover PR and social media activities. You’ll be confident at presenting to clients and experienced in managing several clients at a time. We need someone with an eye for detail who can see campaigns through from start to finish. You’ll be given a lot of responsibility and will be able to shape the role as you progress.
- Develop and maintain excellent relationships with clients and relevant media
- Copywriting – press releases, articles, literature, blogs, social media content, general messaging
- Planning and implementing comprehensive PR programmes and campaigns
- Managing the day-to-day handling of social media channels
- Able to represent the agency at client meetings - taking briefs, developing them and then confidently presenting back
- Working closely with the wider team to help deliver fully integrated campaigns
- Understanding clients’ marketplaces and applying that thinking to cutting edge, results-driven campaigns
- Identifying new business opportunities – both organic and new
- Solid understanding of PR and social media disciplines
- At least three years’ experience in PR (including social media management)
- Excellent copywriting and editing skills
- Creative skills for contributing new and innovative ideas
- Excellent team working and collaboration skills
- Strong organisational skills, with the capacity to prioritise and work across multiple accounts
Personal skills
- Great team player
- Client likeability and trust
- Strong attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
Competitive salary plus benefits including, pension, generous holiday allowance and the opportunity to work with some fantastic, global clients
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PR Account Manager - agency in Ringwood employer: McKenna Townsend
McKenna Townsend is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture in the picturesque setting of Ringwood, Hampshire. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and collaboration, we offer flexible working arrangements that blend office presence with remote work, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. Our commitment to innovation and strategic insight empowers our team to thrive while working on diverse campaigns for a range of clients, making every day both meaningful and rewarding.
