Pr account director - automotive - united kingdom, leamington spa, warwickshire

following a period of unprecedented growth and demand for our pr and marketing communications services from high-profile brands, we've created a brand-new senior role within the agency and are now looking for an experienced, ambitious and talented account director to join our team.

in this newly created role, you will manage a team to take full responsibility of a portfolio prestigious motorsport, automotive oem and technology client accounts.

as an experienced communications professional, you will have proven experience working across multiple communication channels in an agency environment. ideally, you'll also already have some experience within the automotive industry working with low carbon technologies and / or in a motorsport environment.

with a good strategic understanding and vision, you will be comfortable liaising, collaborating and presenting to senior executives and media contacts. as a go-getter, you'll also be capable of, and enjoy, rolling your sleeves up, leading from the front and inspiring others.

typical aspects of the role include:

- create and develop the strategic direction of the client portfolio, ensuring fit within the agency's overall strategic plan

- profit and loss responsibility for the client accounts, ensuring profitability and efficiency objectives are achieved

- be the senior contact for client accounts providing a highly valued consultative service which reflects the agency's partnership approach

- establish and develop relationships and opportunities with media outlets, industry bodies and other key stakeholder groups

- responsible for the overall service to selected clients by delivering innovative and creative campaigns and initiatives which ensure high levels of customer satisfaction

- work with the managing director to ensure client accounts are resourced appropriately and team members are trained

- effectively manage and motivate team members, delegating workloads while also providing guidance, support and development

this role is ideal for someone who is already working as a senior / account manager and looking for the opportunity and freedom to utilise and demonstrate their skills, talents, and ambition. previous communications agency experience and an in-depth knowledge of the automotive industry are both essential.

this is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in the agency's ongoing growth while working with some of the most respected, innovative and exciting automotive brands.

benefits

- competitive salary

- 31 days holiday per annum (including 8 statutory public holidays)

- additional day holiday for your birthday

- company pension scheme

- death in service benefit

- company profit-related bonus scheme

- individual training budget to support your own personal development and growth aspirations

- company laptop and mobile phone

- great working environment and flexible opportunities

- fantastic town-centre location

- free on-site parking (if you're here early enough!)

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