Junior Account Director - Travel PR

Junior Account Director

Location: Southwark and Shepherd’s Bush, London

About us

We are an independent communications consultancy with a global footprint.

As specialists across inspirational travel and lifestyle, we create value through culturally relevant stories that build long-term loyalty. Our model is agile, nimble and creative, blending the rich personal connections and nuanced approach of a boutique agency with the network of an international group. Our belief is that while the world is fast-changing and communications continue to evolve, a good story is enduring.

Our collaborative environment rewards hard work, tenacity and creativity with unlimited growth
and a supportive team. Based in London , we offer a flexible, hybrid
working model that is designed to nurture our forward-thinking culture.

For more information about us and the clients we work with, visit

www.the-mcollective.com

About the role

You will play a critical role in helping to shape the future of the agency .  Your key responsibilities will include:

- Strategic ownership of the client relationships and confidently delivering senior level counsel

- Drafting scope of work and campaign plans (both tactical and long term)

- Delivering on PR plans and ensuring growth of accounts year-on-year, by ensuring KPIs are met and exceeded

- Leading on media strategy, delivering high-level A-List pitches that result in feature coverage

- Talent development of more junior team members by building close relationships with them, line-managing, motivating and mentoring them

- Maintaining relationships with influential journalists, influencers and talent managers

- Activate media promotions and brand partnerships with a clear ROI

- Regularly attend networking events to grow industry contacts

- Lead by example as a positive ambassador for the company at all times , contributing to a fun, inclusive and supportive working environment

- Filling and hosting press trips both in the UK and internationally, representing the client with key editors and press

About you

- Five years’ experience in luxury and lifestyle PR , with a proven track record of working in a fast-paced environment, requiring flexibility, managing multiple deadlines.

- A relevant undergraduate degree
is preferred but not essential .

- Proficiency in a second language, such as French or Spanish, would be useful but not essential

- You have the ability to seek out newsworthy ideas, resulting in well-thought out and media-worthy creative campaign ideas and compelling storytelling

- Experienced, inspiring and empathetic leader who enjoys team management and development

What you will get in return

- A competitive salary

- Annual bonus scheme linked to profits

- New business incentive payment scheme

- 2 4 days holiday a year, excluding Bank Holidays

- One day’s holiday for your birthday

- Gifted Christmas closure between Christmas Day and 2nd January (usually an
extra 5 days, excluding weekends)

- Company pension scheme

- Team social budgets

- Most coveted clients in the industry