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We are niched in the communications industry with offices in Johannesburg and Cape Town from where we service all of South Africa, Africa, the Middle East, Europe and the rest of the world. Our portfolios include Digital, Creative and Client Service in Advertising, Marketing, Media, Public Relations and Corporate Communications.
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PR Account Director

Remuneration:R45000 - R55000 per month market-related 
Location:Johannesburg
Job level:Senior
Type:Permanent
Reference:#beda0a51-3957-4fed-b

Job description

Who are we:
We are an award-winning PR and communications agency working with leading brands across FMCG, Corporate and Financial Services.
We believe the power of care delivers great work for our clients - building reputation, strengthening relationships and creating lasting impact.

Who are we looking for:
We are looking for a dynamic and strategic PR Account Director who can take ownership of client accounts, build trusted relationships and deliver impactful PR and integrated communications campaigns.
The ideal candidate is a confident communicator and strategic thinker with strong media relations experience, a proven track record in corporate and consumer PR, and the ability to turn bold ideas into measurable results.

What will you do:
  • Manage client accounts end-to-end, ensuring high-quality PR and integrated communications delivery
  • Develop positioning, messaging and reputation management strategies tailored to client needs
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted strategic advisor
  • Lead media relations and leverage established media relationships while identifying new media opportunities
  • Develop and execute integrated PR and communications campaigns
  • Oversee campaign planning, execution and reporting, ensuring measurable outcomes
  • Manage project budgets, timelines and deliverables effectively
  • Work independently while maintaining a strong record of high-quality output
  • Drive strategic thinking while ensuring excellent execution across all client work
What will you need:
  • 7–10 years’ experience in PR, communications or reputation management
  • Proven experience managing client accounts and delivering integrated campaigns
  • Strong experience across both corporate and consumer PR
  • Excellent understanding of media relations, digital PR and corporate reputation
  • Strong client management and relationship-building skills
  • Excellent communication, writing and presentation skills
  • Proven ability to manage budgets, timelines and multiple deliverables
  • Agency experience is preferred
  • A strategic mindset combined with strong execution skills
  • Confident, persuasive and engaging communication style
  • Ability to work independently and take ownership of deliverables
  • A passion for creativity, innovation and delivering measurable impact


Requirements

  • Budget management,
  • Communication,
  • Digital, media,
  • Merchandise presentation,
  • Relationship building,
  • Strategic thinking,
  • Writing,
  • Client management


Posted on 21 Sep 18:18, Closing date 21 Oct