PR Account Manager I London, England

Lede's Account Manager is responsible for overseeing and executing key client priorities within the cpg, lifestyle and fashion sectors. This includes developing and implementing high-impact PR strategies for product launches and events, generating targeted media outreach for editorial placements (both long and short lead), and driving communication and media awareness through social media engagement and influencer partnerships. The Manager will work collaboratively with internal teams and clients to ensure alignment on key initiatives. They will simultaneously manage 5 - 8 accounts, striving to meet or exceed communication goals and lead targets.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Consistently pitch and secure media coverage for clients

Produce high-quality internal and external communications content, including writing, proofreading, and editing PR and marketing materials

Develop compelling stories and narratives for clients

Lead client communications, programs, events, and campaigns from planning through execution, ensuring adherence to budget

Collaborate with various agency divisions to leverage network-wide expertise for clients.

Cultivate strong connections with leading and emerging editorial talents.

Develop and manage relationships with press contacts, key commentators, industry spokespeople, and beauty and wellness influencers

Oversee junior team members in reviewing client agendas, recap reports, and clips

Provide strategic counsel in collaboration with account leadership as needed

Work in-office a minimum of 3 days per week

• After hours and weekend work may be required for events and other projects

Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

4 - 6 years of PR agency experience working with cpg, fashion and lifestyle brands; luxury experience is a plus

Bachelor's degree in relevant field is preferred

Comprehensive knowledge of relevant brands, culture and the local landscape, including trends, market dynamics, media

Demonstrated success in securing impactful media placements

Strong networking abilities with a proven capacity to build relationships with key influencers, media, and industry leaders

Exceptional project management skills, with a focus on organization and strategic planning.

Superior written, verbal, and presentation communication skills

Excellent interpersonal abilities to foster collaboration and maintain strong professional relationships

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

High energy, enthusiastic individual with a passion for communications and PR

Results orientated

Strong project management skills, ability to multitask, excellent time management and organization

Outstanding written and oral communications abilities; including the abilities to elicit information, actively listen, dialogue freely, verbalize ideas effectively, highly comfortable public speaker

Thrive in a fast-paced environment

Exceptional relationship building skills, collaborative, able to work well with others.

Comfortable in a start-up environment

The Lede Company is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

ABOUT THE LEDE COMPANY

The Lede Company is a full-service strategy, communications and social impact consulting firm, specializing in corporate, entertainment, brand and nonprofit sectors. With dedicated Talent, Music, Strategic Communications, Brand, Content and Social Impact divisions, we work with our clients to advance business and social outcomes through innovative storytelling, media, campaigns and partnerships. Our service offerings draw on our expertise, relationships, and resources, all of which enable us to exceed client expectations and ultimately, deliver results.

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