Passion, integrity and a willingness to work hard to deliver an exceptional customer experience, coupled with a proven track record in public relations represents the DUO Marketing + Communications account manager.

 

Job description:

DUO Marketing + Communications is looking for a mature account manager with strong B2B PR experience and a proven track record in media relations and results. The successful candidate must be a self-starter who is deadline and results driven. We’re looking for a team player who has a positive attitude, a great work ethic and who is prepared to go the extra mile.

Responsibilities

•      Manage and lead PR retainers and projects, from brief to final implementation of activity
•      Own client relationships (alongside the senior management team)
•      Take responsibility for media success, deliverables and budget
•      Prepare client status reports and attend client meetings
•      Ensure smooth communication and coordination across all digital media campaigns
•      Conceptualise and promote news stories and features to the media
•      Oversee brief and opportunity management with media
•      Work as part of an account team to develop client proposals and implement the PR activity
•      Have depth of understanding on digital marketing and PR solutions and implement according
•      Undertake research for new business proposals and present to potential new clients

We are looking for delivery-focussed individuals. Salary is entirely dependent on track record, skills and experience on B2B clients.

Desired Skills and Experience

•     Degree or Diploma in public relations/ corporate communications/ journalism
•     Minimum 8 years industry experience
•     Excellent Communication in English – oral and written
•     Time and priority management skills
•     Excellent people management skills

Personal Skills/Attributes:

•    Mature, self-motivated team player, who has a great attention to detail
•    Committed team worker who has integrity, energy and creativity
•    Regularly seeks out ways to add value to the client/agency relationship
•    Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships
•    IT literate – we work in a Google Enterprise environment
•    Strong media relationships essential

Please email your CV and a covering letter with five bullet points as to why you are suitable for this position to [email protected]