PR Account Director

Kairos Recruitment Group

  • Greater London
  • £50,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 19 days ago
  • We're Hiring: Account Director - Food, Hospitality & Lifestyle Clients
  • London
  • Full-Time | Permanent | Competitive Salary (Set Bands, No Flex)
Sociable, Tight-Knit Team | Big Xmas Party | Office Drinks | Great Progression PathWe are working exclusively with a 10+ years old, founder-led communications agency specialising in the world of chefs, restaurants, and food brands - and we're looking for a talented and strategic Account Director to lead across a portfolio of exciting, high-profile hospitality clients.The RoleYou'll take the lead across 12 diverse and dynamic food & hospitality clients, managing a small team while ensuring campaigns land with impact and precision.Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage a portfolio of 12 hospitality/F&B clients (chefs, restaurants, and food brands)
  • Act as strategic partner and day-to-day contact for senior clients
  • Line manage and mentor a talented Account Manager and Account Executive
  • Lead on campaign planning, media strategy, storytelling and delivery
  • Maintain high standards of client service, reporting, and relationship management
  • Oversee budgets, timings, and outputs with a commercial mindset
  • Support and mentor junior team members in developing their skills and progression
  • Collaborate with the SLT on agency growth and new business
  • Help shape the future of the agency with opportunities for promotion to Associate Director, Director, and even Partner level
What We're Looking For:This role is ideal for a current Account Director or a strong Senior Account Manager ready to step up.You must have:
  • Previous agency experience (big or small) - essential
  • Proven experience working with hospitality, F&B brands, or chefs
  • A strong track record in people management and team leadership
  • Confidence leading accounts and owning client relationships
  • Strategic thinking with a hands-on, solutions-first mindset
  • Stability in your career path - we're not big on job-hopping at senior level

Kairos Recruitment Group