Shape the conversation on the energy issues that matter most. CK Recruit is supporting its client, a leading public affairs specialist, in the search for a Senior Account Manager with proven expertise in energy media relations.

Role overview
This is an opportunity to take a role in a high-impact public affairs environment, advising clients on complex energy issues, strengthening reputations and delivering media strategies that achieve meaningful outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Translate complex energy, political and regulatory developments into clear advice, practical recommendations and robust communications strategies.
• Develop and deliver proactive media plans, identify opportunities for profile-building and secure high-quality coverage across relevant national, trade and specialist outlets.
• Help clients build, protect and strengthen their reputations through consistent positioning, credible storytelling and thoughtful stakeholder engagement.
• Support clients during complex or high-pressure situations, bringing sound judgement, discretion and a calm, solutions-focused approach.
• Produce and oversee briefings, press materials, statements, opinion pieces, key messages and other high-quality content.
• Build strong journalist relationships, generate newsworthy angles and respond effectively to fast-moving developments.
• Work closely with colleagues to develop integrated public affairs and communications programmes, share insight and support high standards of delivery.

Candidate profile

• Strong understanding of energy-sector media, news agendas and the wider policy and political landscape.
• An excellent writer and confident communicator who can make complex subjects accessible and engaging.
• Experience working in consultancy environment
• Experience developing integrated campaigns that combine media relations with wider public affairs activity.

If you are ready to bring senior client leadership, energy-sector media expertise and strategic communications skills to a leading public affairs specialist do get in touch! Send your CV to carolyn@ckrecruit.co.uk

https://ckrecruit.co.uk/job/senior-account-manager-energy-media-relations/