Senior Account Executive, Corporate Communications

Overview Join to apply for the Senior Account Executive, Corporate Communications - Global Agency role at FleishmanHillard. If you’re looking to continue your communications career in an award-winning global agency, this might be the role for you Why FleishmanHillard? We have been named PRWeek’s Global Agency of the Year and Best Places to Work; a “Standout Agency” on Advertising Age’s A-List; NAFE’s “Top 50 Companies for Executive Women” for six years running; and among our firm’s award-winning work we’ve taken home 5 Lions at the Cannes International Festival of Creativity in previous years. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable working environment for everyone. As the only PR Agency awarded EY’s National Equality Standard (twice), all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age. Do let us know if you need any adjustments made during the interview process. The Team As part of the global FleishmanHillard and Omnicom network, our Corporate Affairs team combines deep sector-specific expertise with award-winning creativity. We’re a diverse, collaborative group of strategists, former journalists, industry insiders, advocates, and media experts. Blending strategic insight with creative thinking, we bring a breadth of experience and perspectives to help clients navigate complex challenges, shape powerful narratives, and deliver meaningful, measurable results. The Work Our Corporate Affairs team plays a central role in helping clients build and protect their reputation across a broad range of stakeholder groups. We work at the intersection of media, politics, business and society — advising clients on strategic communications, media engagement, issues and crisis management, regulatory positioning, executive visibility, and thought leadership. Whether it’s shaping a company’s narrative, managing a sensitive reputational challenge, or supporting long-term brand-building, the team delivers insight-led, integrated campaigns that influence opinion and drive real-world impact. The Role In this role you’ll support a varied portfolio of high-profile clients, delivering smart, creative campaigns that shape reputations and drive impact. You’ll be part of the day-to-day client team, with activity including drafting and editing press materials, coordinating media outreach, and help execute integrated campaigns that protect and enhance clients’ reputations. Working closely with account managers and directors, you will monitor industry trends and provide counsel on sensitive issues. You will also contribute to new business initiatives, mentor junior team members, and ensure the smooth running of client accounts through strong organizational and project management skills. Key Responsibilities Include Client Service & Project Management Serve as a point of contact for clients, participating in meetings and calls, and managing regular communications. Support the development and execution of integrated PR campaigns and projects, ensuring deliverables align with client objectives and timelines. Monitor media coverage, industry trends, and competitor activities; prepare client reports and analysis. Help coordinate logistics for events, interviews, and other client activities. Effectively manage and prioritise multiple projects, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met. Accurately record time and activities; support the development and improvement of internal processes. Media Relations & Stakeholder Engagement Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, bloggers, influencers, and other external stakeholders. Proactively pitch stories, secure media coverage, and manage day-to-day media enquiries. Support the development of media strategies and identify relevant opportunities for client exposure. Strategy & Creativity Participate in planning sessions, contributing original ideas and research to enhance campaigns. Stay up to date with sector trends, award-winning work, and best practices to inspire creative solutions for clients. Understand clients’ broader business and communications objectives, relating external developments to account strategy. Business Development Contribute to new business pitches by conducting research, developing presentation materials, and supporting proposal writing. Attend industry events and networking opportunities to represent the agency and gather market intelligence. Teamwork & Leadership Mentor and support junior members of the team, delegating tasks and providing constructive feedback. Foster an inclusive, collaborative and positive team environment, upholding agency values. About You 2–3 years’ experience in a PR agency or communications role. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Confidence in client-facing roles and building relationships with media and stakeholders. Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a keen interest in industry trends and developments. Experience in Financial Services or International Affairs is desirable but not essential Eligibility You must have the right to work in the UK and be able to work in our Bankside office at least 3 days p/week. What We Offer You A warm and friendly team with a fantastic portfolio of global and UK clients A truly global network, the opportunity to be part of multi-market campaigns, regularly working with colleagues across the globe. A strengths-based L&D framework with an in-house coach and development opportunities for career defining work. We’ve fully embraced hybrid and flexible working. We have a great office and human contact remains an important element of our culture Work-life balance, we all work hard but having a life outside work matters to all of us, and we support each other to achieve it. Culture Club – from office manicures, nutritionists, inhouse massage and acupressure sessions, to Yoga on the roof terrace, quizzes, boot camps, exhibits and summer and Christmas get-togethers. Opportunities to join our Employee Resource Groups (global and local), the Shadow Board or DE&I Steering committee. We treat your data in the strictest confidence. For further information our Data & Privacy policy is located on our website. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Sales and Business Development Industries Public Relations and Communications Services #J-18808-Ljbffr