Account Executive

Account Executive - Politics, Engagement & Planning

At LCA we operate in a dynamic and fast paced environment, constantly pushing ourselves, challenging each other and learning as we go along – not one day is ever the same. And we like it that way

Within LCA, you would be joining the PEP division:

About the role

The ‘eyes and ears’ for your account teams, you will provide regular research, intelligence and insight to your client teams and for new businesses pitches. In your day-to-day, you will also be the first to tackle drafting pieces of work – press releases, newsletters, website content, or key messages – as well as the logistical lead for public consultation events.

Client work:

Being the ‘eyes and ears’ for your account teams. Monitoring press and social media accounts of key stakeholders and community groups, compiling reports (where needed) and flagging intelligence to clients.nBeing the first port of call for our consultation channels. Monitoring consultation inboxes and drafting responses to enquiries. This could be from a local resident or an MP.nDrafting consultation and communications materials for client teams. This includes collateral like flyers and newsletters, press notices, stakeholder lists, website content, event programmes, consultation materials, key messages and Q&As.nAttending internal meetings and client meetings where appropriate.nStaffing consultation events – exhibitions, workshops, virtual webinars etc., where needed including evenings and weekends on occasion.nOverseeing exhibition logistics and helping to manage third party suppliers – for instance print and distribution companies, and local papers.nBeing a point of contact for clients, as part of a client handling team which will typically consist of an Account Manager, Account Director and Director.nDeveloping media handling skills, both proactive and reactive. This could mean selling in stories around key milestones in the planning programme - such as launch of consultation, submission and approval.nDeveloping skills and understanding on how we use social media in consultations. This includes running an ad campaign, linking this to digital surveys, and analysing the results.nHelping to maintain an up-to-date contact database and filing system for the project.

Corporate and financial:

Ensuring your time is inputted daily and accurately on to the correct timesheets.nLeading on a ‘borough specialism’ and be responsible for updating the borough profile regularly. This means you’ll become the political guru for a London Borough we’re particularly active in. You’ll read the local papers, monitor political moves, attend or monitor key committees and meetings through the year (such as the planning committee and the AGM) as well as be aware of major developments in the borough.

New Biz, Networking & Contacts:

Assisting Account Directors and Directors with new business tenders where needed. This might include doing some political or background research on a new project or site.nHelping to develop and maintain relationships with clients and associates.nKeeping a look out for any new business opportunities and flagging these to senior account team leads.

About LCA

Our purpose is to “ drive positive change for the places where people live, work and connect, through excellent communication ”.

LCA is a full-service communications consultancy that delivers campaigns, consultations and content to clients across the built environment sector. We utilise market insight to engage local communities, navigate complex political and stakeholder environments and promote brands, places and spaces to help create long-term value for clients in both the public and private sectors.

Established in 1999, today our team brings together over 70 talented professionals with experience of journalism, politics, business and government.

We are trusted to do great work for our clients which include developers, architects, occupiers, landowners, house builders, local authorities, Housing Associations, NHS organisations, transport bodies, education providers, cultural institutions, major businesses, sports clubs and charities.

LCA is multi-award winning, securing ‘Agency of the Year’, ‘Consultancy of the Year’ or ‘Specialist Agency of the Year’ from all of PR Week, the Public Relations Consultants Association (PRCA), the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) and the International Building Press (IBP).

See for full client list, client case studies and biographies of the current LCA team. Follow us on Twitter @LDNcomms and Instagram @LDNcomms.

The Package

We pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, where people stay with and progress within company a long time.

Benefits: A range of additional benefits from enhanced maternity and paternity leave to tenancy deposit loans, cycle to work scheme and much more.nPension: Up to 5% of salary (in addition to salary) where matched by the employee.nBonus scheme: Discretionary annual bonuses based on both personal and company performance.nSocial: Regular social events from monthly social outing, team lunch and away days, with additional wellbeing activities.nSupport: Employee Assistance Programme offering a 24/7 confidential advice line; trained Mental Health First Aiders, New Starter Buddy, Appraiser, dedicated Employee Engagement team.nLeave: 25 days’ leave plus statutory Bank Holidays and late start / early finish on your Birthday, with the office closed between Christmas and New Year in addition to your leave allowance.nTraining: An aspiring culture with tailored programme of L&D opportunities and budget for personal development and growth.nDog Friendly: We welcome fluffy, well-behaved, friends.nWorking hours: Standard hours of work are 9.00am- 5.30pm – finishing at 4.30pm each Friday and Summer Fridays (earlier finish) in July and August; some work outside of these hours may be required.nA well-stocked kitchen: From breakfast and lunch supplies, snacks, fresh fruit, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

London Communications Agency is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Our namesake city is one of the most diverse in the world. We love it, and we recognise the responsibility we have to represent it. Proper inclusivity and representation is the only way we can communicate effectively with our audiences – and make change in our sector.

We will give fair consideration to all applicants regardless of age, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, educational, family or parental status, neurodiversity and disability status. We are also happy to provide reasonable adjustments during our application and interview process.

If you don’t meet every requirement on the list – don’t worry - still get in touch as, as we set out in our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement, we are striving to enable equal access to all to opportunities in our business and the industries we operate in.

Recruiters: Please note that we will conduct this search in-house; so, no CVs from recruiters will be considered for this role and introduction fees won't apply. Please refrain from sending profiles for this role.

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