Account Director in London

An Account Directorleadsand managesteams, successfully counselling clients on achievingcommunications and business objectives. You willactas a daily client contact and manageslarge projects and multiple accounts simultaneously. You will have an in-depth understandingof clients’ businesses,keepingup to date with their key stakeholders and media. This personcontributesto the development and leadson the execution of communications plans based on client goals.This role will be working on one of the biggest global Pharma companies. Experience Experience working in PR or similar communicationsmarketingfield, with agency experience preferred. Demonstrated ability to effectively multitask, delegate and manage assignmentsin a fast-paced environment. Experience developingand maintainingstrong relationships with clients. Record ofaccurateclient-related finance management. Evidenceofstrong media, influencer and stakeholdernetworks. Skills Superior written and verbal communications skills. Ability to manage and inspire a team to make sound judgments. Excellentorganisationaland planning skills. Ability to think creatively and ensure a good level of creative output across the team. Strong media relations skills and ability to ‘sell a story’ and communicate effectively with the mediaor influencers. Client liaison and interface skills e.g. leading client meetings, managing day to day contact. Ability to present ideasconfidently and persuasively. #LI-TW1 If you are interested in thisopportunityplease do get in touch and apply now. *Edelman is an EEO/AA employer Salary is competitive. Benefits include 28 days holiday (with an extra 1 for your birthday and we also close over Christmas), Pension, Healthcare benefits, free daily breakfasts, Thursday office drinks, subsided massages, flexible working hours and many more!Also open to job sharing and part-time working. Edelman is a global communications firm that partners with businesses and organizations to evolve, promote and protect their brands and reputations. Our 6,000 people in more than 60 offices deliver communications strategies that give our clients the confidence to lead and act with certainty, earning the trust of their stakeholders. Our honors include the Cannes Lions Grand Prix for PR; Advertising Age’s 2019 A-List; the Holmes Report’s 2018 Global Digital Agency of the Year; and, five times, Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work. Since our founding in 1952, we have remained an independent, family-run business. Edelman owns specialty companies Edelman Data & Intelligence (DxI) and United Entertainment Group (entertainment, sports, lifestyle). For more information please visit: www.edelman.com Click here to view a short video about life at Edelman. #J-18808-Ljbffr