Our client is a small but dynamic financial PR agency that is growing fast and constantly winning new business. The company has a warm, friendly culture and offers the successful applicant the opportunity to work directly alongside a senior team and exposure to all aspects of the business.
This is a great opportunity for a Financial PR Account Executive or graduate to join a boutique financial PR agency based in London.
Role Description
As an Account Executive, you'd get the opportunity to work on a broad mix of clients from large FTSE250 companies through to smaller brands.
Key responsibilities:
Researching potential new business opportunities
Creating new business proposals and presentations with the assistance of the senior team
Demonstrating strategic creativity for clients
Communication skills
Developing communications plans and supporting the implementation of these plans across clients' media relations, digital media engagement and corporate communications initiatives
Supporting public companies' financial PR activity including financial calendar activity
Developing press lists and engaging with national, business and trade media
Client care
Attending client meetings, noting actions required and ensuring appropriate engagement and follow-up
Assisting in some elements of office administration
The ideal candidate:
Exemplary grammar and writing skills
2:1 degree or higher
The ability to communicate on a professional level both on the phone and in person
Passion for financial PR and corporate communications
Interest in financial markets and the City
Entrepreneurial
IT experience particularly with PowerPoint and Microsoft Word