Job description

We’re hiring! We’re an established, dynamic Johannesburg-based PR and communications agency with strong global links. Looking for a PR senior account manager or about-to-be account director with strong PR agency experience across corporate clients. We are focused on delivery – no ifs and buts. We get results and we’re proud of them. We don’t tolerate mediocrity. Deadlines are sacrosanct. Delivery is paramount.

We need like-minded people who are focused, passionate and dedicated to agency/client collaboration. We want people who can roll-up their sleeves and get their hands dirty to ensure that we deliver what our clients need. Must have proven ability to manage a diverse portfolio of accounts, including management of all team members. Must have strong communication skills (written and spoken), solid history of delivery and great media relations.

Please email your CV to us if you fit the bill.

Company Description

We’re an established, dynamic Johannesburg-based PR and communications agency with strong global links.

Requirements

The position offered demands a person who has the requisite skills, who will recognise the importance of excellence in the service the company offers its clients and who will contribute to the building of a strong team spirit within the company. We need someone who:

• Demonstrates natural leadership skills and leads by example
• Has excellent people and team management skills
• Has strong account management and client liaison skills
• Has sufficient strategic ability to draft in-depth PR strategies
• Ensures work being delivered by the group is of the highest quality and adheres to deadlines
• Can plan and delegate efficiently and has the ability to orchestrate team members’ roles proactively
• Has excellent relationships with media and an ability to sell stories to key journalists
• Thinks creatively and strategically and implements ideas and plans effectively
• Understands how delivery for clients translates into profitability for the company
• Actively seeks organic growth for existing clients
• Has strong writing and editing ability
• Actively works with the senior management team to constantly grow the business and enhance the value adds to clients and to staff

Posted on 31 Jan 15:36