ACCOUNT MANAGER

Looking to continue to develop your media skills, liaise with journalists and put your writing skills to the test? Then this could be the role for you. Mango is the education division within PLMR; an award-winning communications agency with a dynamic, vibrant team that works across several high-profile clients to deliver public relations, public affairs, and digital solutions. You will need a minimum of two years’ experience in PR, media relations, writing and social media management and be client focused, results orientated, highly organised, calm under pressure, dynamic and passionate. Experience within a PR agency or in-house communications role is essential.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Leading on client accounts, driving and implementing programmes to execute strategies
• Developing news angles, stories and pitches to raise the client’s profile, their products and services
• Building relationships with national, trade and regional media, online education influencers and organisations
• Media monitoring of education news to generate newsworthy content for clients that will appeal all forms of media
• Writing strong editorial content including press releases, articles, blogs and award entries
• Managing and mentoring junior members of staff • Developing and maintaining expertise in the education sector and related policy fields
• Assisting the senior team with delivering strategic advice and communications plans for clients
• Establishing, building and nurturing strong relationships with clients, key stakeholders and media contacts (including journalists and industry spokespeople)

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
• Experience in an agency or in-house, or communications within the education sector
• Excellent written, presentation and verbal communications skills
• An understanding and interest in the British media and political system
• Ability to work on multiple projects with challenging deadlines
• A can-do attitude and a positive, supportive, and engaging approach to work.

For a full JD, please consult our website. Activities may be subject to amendment over time as the role develops and/or priorities and requirements evolve. PLMR is committed to reflecting and representing the diversity of the UK and to equal opportunities in employment.