At IM, we build the momentum, public confidence, and stakeholder alignment essential for infrastructure projects to succeed. 

The Account Manager (AM) within our Advocacy practice delivers public affairs, stakeholder engagement and communications consultancy across a range of infrastructure projects.

The AM holds a diverse range of responsibilities on both client and internal/company projects, and works closely with the wider team and also freelancers.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Demonstrate IM values and behaviours in all ways of working.
• Deliver impactful campaigns and high quality materials to support client objectives.
• Manage relationships with senior project stakeholders and clients.
• Manage relationships with a wide range of external stakeholders such as business leaders, local and national government, special interest groups and local communities.
• Develop stakeholder mapping, manage stakeholder databases, develop briefing notes and identify potential advocates.
• Work with a range of technical experts in client teams to understand and translate complex information for a wide range of audiences.
• Eventually take the lead on client accounts and project manage deliverables, other team members and hours/billing.
• Work with graphic designers and videographers to bring ideas to life including: infographics, animations, video case studies, presentations, brochures and maps.
• Work with IM leadership team on a range of corporate materials and projects.
• Assist in the development of new business pitches and proposals.
• Monitor Government and Parliament activity relevant to our clients and business development.
• Research new infrastructure projects and relevant developments in planning policy.
• Other duties as required to complete the job to a high level of quality.

Person specification

• Demonstrable interest in and knowledge of UK politics, including local, regional and devolved government, policy and infrastructure.
• High level of collaboration.
• Skilled communicator – both written and spoken.
• Track record of building and managing relationships.
• Campaigning mindset.
• Enthusiastic and entrepreneurial.
• Comfortable dealing with stakeholders at all levels – from junior staff to CEOs.
• Experienced in a relevant field and able to translate this into positive outcomes for the team.