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Public Relations – Account Manager – Drinks Industry


Exciting opportunity for an Account Manager in the drinks industry! Our client, an award-winning PR team, is seeking an energetic and results-driven individual to manage several drinks accounts. This role is ideal for candidates with a solid PR agency background and a passion for the spirits or wine industry, though those with FMCG and food experience will also be considered. The position operates on a hybrid model, requiring three days in the office.


Key responsibilities include:

- Implementation and management of client PR strategies

- Proactive and reactive activities across trade and consumer media, including writing press releases

- Copywriting

- Organising and attending press briefings, dinners, and press trips

- Attending client meetings and brainstorming sessions

- General account management duties, including drafting activity and contact reports

- Assisting in new business development, including brainstorming and pitches

- Managing the junior team’s workload and supporting their development


Skills required:

- 3-4 years of PR agency experience in the UK

- Strong understanding of public and press relations and its benefits

- Knowledge of the UK wine and drinks industry

- Excellent written skills

- Proven team player

- Commercial understanding of the impact of PR on clients’ businesses

- Strong organisational skills

- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

- Creativity

- Demonstrated time planning and management skills

Location:
London
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Business

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