PR Account Director

Better Placed

  • Leeds
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
​An ambitious, independent PR agency based in Leeds is looking for a talented and driven Account Director with strong corporate and B2B communications experience to join its growing team.This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll shape and deliver high-impact communications strategies across a diverse portfolio of clients, working closely with senior stakeholders and mentoring a talented team of PR professionals.With a proven ability to generate real commercial advantage for clients, the agency operates across corporate, consumer, trade and technical PR, alongside content, social and search.​🔍 The RoleAs Account Director, you'll lead by example - delivering exceptional work while managing and mentoring a team that includes a Senior Account Manager and two Account Managers. You'll work directly with the Head of Agency, providing strategic direction and ensuring consistent, high-quality output across all client accounts.This role primarily focuses on corporate and B2B PR, with occasional involvement in B2C activity.​🧠 What You'll Bring
  • 5+ years' experience in a PR agency, with a strong corporate/B2B focus
  • A proven track record in delivering strategic and tactical communications campaigns
  • Exceptional writing, editing and media relations skills
  • A solid understanding of integrated communications, including digital, social and SEO
  • Demonstrated team management and leadership experience
  • Strong commercial awareness and account management skills
  • Confidence in building senior client relationships and offering trusted counsel
  • The ability to manage multiple deadlines while staying detail-focused and results-driven
​🧩 Your Day-to-Day
  • Lead client strategy and execution across high-profile B2B and corporate accounts
  • Deliver projects and campaigns on time and within budget
  • Build lasting client relationships and identify opportunities for account growth
  • Mentor, support and develop junior team members
  • Actively participate in agency marketing, thought leadership and new business activity
  • Contribute to the agency's own brand visibility through content and networking
  • Keep up with news, trends and opportunities to ensure work remains current and impactful
​🤝 Clients You'll Work WithThe agency works with a wide range of respected brands across sectors including property, retail, professional services, financial services, manufacturing and tech.​💡 Why Join This Agency?This is an opportunity to join a values-led business with a strong culture of collaboration, development and performance. The team is ambitious yet supportive, and the environment encourages growth, creativity and curiosity.​🌟 Benefits & Perks:
  • Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses
  • Hybrid working model (3 days in the office)
  • £1,000 annual personal training and development budget
  • Flexible holiday policy, including office closure over Christmas
  • Company laptop and iPhone provided
  • Workplace pension
  • Regular team socials, lunches and recognition rewards
  • A genuinely supportive, high-performance environment where your voice matters
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