PR Account Executive

Magna Carta specialises in reputation management and crisis communications. We are looking for an exceptional communicator, analytical thinker and excellent writer to join us as an account executive.

Key responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with clients
• Manage more than one client in line with overall strategy
• Handle day-to-day activity relating to the account
• Keep media lists up to date and compile distribution lists, media liaison and pitching stories
• Demonstrate excellence in writing and editing materials, including client press releases, articles, correspondence and reports
• Assist senior management with new business development
• Co-ordinate client meetings
• Provide ongoing updates of status reports and assist with generating call reports
• Compile daily reports, including feedback reports and campaign reports
• Demonstrate excellence in administration and budgeting
• Manage and negotiate supplier costs on an ongoing basis

Skills profile

• Enjoys a fast-paced environment
• Excellent people skills
• Ability to brainstorm
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks with excellent time management
• Excellent communication skills

The successful candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in PR, communications or business, and ideally two to three years’ agency experience in a similar role. They must be able to work well in a fast-paced environment, juggling various tasks and meeting tight deadlines.

Posted on 24 Mar 15:04, Closing date 22 Apr