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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong> Account Director</strong> <br>Corpsumer PR</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Department: </strong>Consumer PR & Influence </p> <p><strong>Location: </strong>London </p> <p><strong>Contract Type: </strong>Fixed-Term 12-Months</p> <p><strong>Full Time/Part time: </strong>Full Time </p> <p><strong>Reporting into:</strong> Business Director / Client Partner </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>The Role:</strong></p> <p>We are seeking a talented individual to join our team as an Account Director on a large technology account. You’ll spearhead high-impact PR campaigns and run a fast-paced press office that spans both consumer and corporate remits. </p> <p>You are a natural problem solver who thrives on challenge and builds instinctive, collaborative relationships across different agency Capabilities and Crafts. Combining a deep understanding of strategy with flawless execution, you will ensure the team constantly delivers creative, quality work that moves the needle for our client. </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>About You:</strong></p> <ul> <li>8+ years’ of PR experience, ideally with a “corpsumer” background </li> <li>A genuine interest in consumer tech and the evolving world of AI</li> <li>Solid understanding of the UK media landscape and established journalist relationships </li> <li>A proven track record of managing fast-paced press offices and navigating complex, multi-stakeholder projects spanning consumer, corporate and policy remits </li> <li>Established as a trusted advisor to mid-level clients, with a strong grasp of their business context, challenges and goals </li> <li>A natural problem-solver who looks at briefs from unexpected angles and pushes for innovative ways to sell in and execute work </li> <li>Takes ownership of large projects and is accountable for both work and process </li> <li>An empowering mentor who guides junior team members, manages up effectively, and fosters a collaborative team culture </li> <li>Commercially astute, with experience managing budgets, scoping work, and resource planning to hit targets</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, becoming a trusted partner and advisor</li> <li>Lead and manage the fast-paced press office function, and projects across consumer, corporate and policy remits</li> <li>End-to-end delivery of projects, from briefing, scoping and resourcing to execution and measurement, working with other Capabilities and Crafts instinctively</li> <li>Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including media, creators and internal client teams </li> <li>Oversee a team of Account Managers and Account Executives, providing guidance and mentorship, while also acting as an escalation point to support the team in resolving issues</li> <li>Collaborate closely with integrated teams across Ogilvy, including social media and influencer marketing, to spot opportunities and align on campaigns and projects, where relevant </li> <li>Foster a culture of creativity, collaboration, and innovation within the agency and among the account management team</li> <li>Serve as the main point of contact for mid-senior clients, managing communication and expectations throughout the project lifecycle</li> <li>Ensure all campaign materials, including press releases and assets, are delivered to a high standard and align with the client's messaging and objectives</li> <li>Lead regular client meetings and status updates to review project progress and discuss any changes or adjustments needed</li> <li>Develop and implement measurement strategies, as required, to evaluate campaign effectiveness and report on ROI to clients</li> <li>Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing competing priorities and timelines</li> <li>Champion inclusiveness, diversity, and equity in all aspects of work </li> <li>Stay abreast of industry trends, ensuring a relevant and fresh approach </li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>How we help you Thrive: </strong></p> <ul> <li> 25 days annual leave + 1 Volunteer Day </li> <li>Bupa Healthcare </li> <li>Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave </li> <li>We have a Flexible Working Model with core working hours: 10am – 4pm </li> <li>A 1.5:1 Matching Pension Structure </li> <li>Wellbeing and Health: Up to £25.00 per month towards physical or online exercise class membership, Unmind membership, LifeWorks tool and annual eye tests and development budgets and Wellbeing incentives and activities throughout the year </li> <li>Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work Scheme </li> <li>Life Assurance </li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p><div class="content-conclusion"><p class="x_MsoNormal">Our ambition is to attract the very best diverse talent to Ogilvy, and to be the employer of choice in the UK. We want everyone to feel welc