Public Relations Account Executive (UK)

YAP Global is an international public relations and communications consultancy that works with organisations in the cryptocurrency, decentralised finance (DeFi) and web3 sector, to build their brand through impactful storytelling.Built by a global team of creative storytellers scattered across the globe, who meet up on occasion at Safari Parks or Roman Villas, YAP Global\’s mission is to tell stories that build trust.Our diverse portfolio of clients range from decentralised financial organisations, decentralised climate change innovators, digital asset management firms, NFT marketplaces to developer tooling platforms that will underpin the future of web3. We\’ve also been media partners for some of the biggest blockchain conferences in the world, including CoinDesk\’s Consensus, EthCC in France, ETHDenver and more.Our collaborative and global team is expanding, and we are looking for an ambitious Account Executive to join us.We tell stories that build trust.Key responsibilities:Monitoring media coverage and report results to the wider team and clientsResearching and drafting pitches for features, interviews, op-eds, press releasesDrafting agendas & actions for client calls, as well as taking internal meeting notesResearching client events and industry conferencesResearching and building media lists on an ongoing basisPitching press releases, op-eds and feature storiesArranging and managing media interviews for clientsAssisting in developing creative ideas for PR campaigns and clients, crafting and executing media strategiesMonitoring and flagging relevant news stories to teamRequirements:Candidate must have the right to work in the UKAt least 1-2 years experience or educational background in Public Relations, Communications or JournalismKnowledge of the fintech, blockchain or cryptocurrency space or have genuine desire to learn about itOutstanding organisational, multi-tasking and time-management skillsStrong attention to detail: be excellent at spelling, grammar and proof-readingHigh motivation and the ability to work independently under pressureStrong news sense and a knack for storytellingFlair for creativity, strategic thinking and innovationStrong interpersonal skills when dealing with clients and mediaWilling to communicate with memesExperience with a range of communication platforms (Telegram, Slack, X (formerly Twitter) and Discord)We are prioritising applicants that speak fluent German and/or FrenchCompetitive Salary – benchmarked and reviewed biannuallyYour birthday off, to treat yourself!Flexible working – WFH days and flexible hours (standard hours are 9am-6pm)Co-working Space – we work three days from our office in Cannon StreetClassPass membership – use it for gym classes or go for a massage, it\’s up to you!Private Healthcare provided by BUPASocial events to connect with your colleaguesAnnual company offsite (last offsite we went to a Safari Park!)Travel Opportunities – potential to attend key conferences in major global citiesOngoing Training & DevelopmentGlobal Team – The opportunity to be part of a team of ambitious, like-minded, driven people from different parts of the world

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