Job title: PR Account Manager
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: PR and Comms agency
Functional Expertise: Marketing & Comms
Salary from: 17,000.00 AED
Salary to: 24,000.00 AED
Location: Dubai Media City
Job published: 17/04/2024
Job ID: 38320
Contact name: Lynn Finger

Job Description

 Job Title: Senior Account Manager

 

Location: Dubai, UAE

 

My client is a prominent PR agency based in Dubai, renowned for its strategic approach to communications, innovative campaigns, and commitment to client success. With a diverse clientele spanning various industries, they pride ourselves on delivering tailored solutions that drive brand awareness, engagement, and reputation management.

 

As a Senior Account Manager, you will lead a portfolio of client accounts, overseeing the development and implementation of strategic PR and communication initiatives. Leveraging your experience and expertise, you will mentor and guide a team of account executives to deliver exceptional results while fostering strong client relationships and driving business growth.

 

Responsibilities:

 

  • Client Leadership and Relationship Management:
    • Serve as the primary point of contact for key client accounts, building trusted partnerships and understanding their business objectives.
    • Lead client meetings, presentations, and strategic planning sessions, ensuring alignment with clients' goals and objectives.
    • Provide strategic counsel to clients, offering insights and recommendations to enhance their PR and communication strategies.

 

  • Team Management and Mentorship:
    • Supervise and mentor a team of account executives, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
    • Delegate tasks effectively, ensuring the team meets deadlines and delivers high-quality work.
    • Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture, promoting teamwork, creativity, and accountability.

 

  • Strategic Planning and Campaign Execution:
    • Develop comprehensive PR and communication strategies tailored to clients' objectives, target audiences, and market dynamics.
    • Oversee the execution of integrated campaigns across traditional and digital channels, ensuring consistency and effectiveness.
    • Monitor campaign performance, analyze results, and make data-driven recommendations for optimization and improvement.

 

  • Media Relations and Content Development:
    • Cultivate and maintain relationships with key media contacts, journalists, bloggers, and influencers.
    • Lead media outreach efforts, pitching story ideas, securing coverage, and managing media inquiries on behalf of clients.
    • Collaborate with the team to develop compelling content, including press releases, articles, social media posts, and blog posts.

 

  • Client Reporting and Financial Management:
    • Prepare regular progress reports, campaign summaries, and performance metrics for clients, highlighting key achievements and insights.
    • Monitor project budgets, track expenses, and ensure profitability for client accounts.
    • Identify opportunities for organic growth and upsell additional services to existing clients.

 

Requirements:

 

  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in PR, communications, or related roles, with a proven track record of success in agency environments.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
  • Excellent client relationship management skills, with a focus on delivering exceptional service and results.
  • Strategic thinker with a creative mindset, able to develop innovative PR strategies that drive business impact.
  • Proficiency in media relations, with a network of media contacts in Dubai and the UAE.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple projects and priorities effectively.
  • Fluency in English is required; Arabic proficiency is a plus.

 

Benefits:

 

  • Competitive salary package
  • Annual leave and public holidays
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment

 

Join the team and take your career to the next level as a Senior Account Manager, leading impactful PR campaigns and driving success for clients in Dubai and beyond. Apply now to be part of this dynamic and passionate team!

 

Thank you for your application.  Only suitable candidates will be contacted.

 

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