Senior Account Director - Sports PR

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Senior Account Director – Sports (PR-Led, Integrated Campaigns) London Hybrid We’re working with a fast-growing, award-winning sports team that is redefining how sport connects with culture, fans and global audiences. With ambitious growth plans and an appetite for bold, standout work, they are looking for a Senior Account Director to lead from the front. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to shape globally recognised campaigns at the heart of sport. The Role You will be the senior lead across major campaigns, acting as a trusted advisor to key stakeholders while driving best-in-class execution across PR and integrated activity. PR is the absolute must-have skillset for this role. While you will have worked across big integrated campaigns, your core strength and reputation must be in media relations and earned-first thinking. What You’ll Bring
A proven track record delivering big global campaign work for high-profile brands or organisations Deep expertise in media relations, with strong national and international press contacts Experience leading large-scale integrated campaigns, with PR at the core The ability to provide senior-level counsel and confidently challenge stakeholders when required Strong knowledge of the sports industry and media landscape Experience overseeing shoots, events, launches and high-profile moments Commercial acumen, including budget management and campaign forecasting Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously Experience managing and inspiring high-performing teams
Key Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of innovative, earned-first media strategies Oversee all media communications, ensuring messaging lands effectively across traditional, digital and creator ecosystems Act as senior client lead and trusted advisor Drive campaign planning, reporting and performance evaluation Manage budgets, suppliers and talent contracts Lead brainstorms and shape creative responses to briefs Support new business growth and expansion opportunities Champion a culture of high standards, collaboration and ambition
This is an opportunity to join a team on a rapid upward trajectory, delivering work that wins attention, headlines and awards. If you have the global campaign pedigree, media relations strength and integrated experience required — get in touch today. Please note: We will only be able to respond to those who are successful. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Location:
Greater London
Job Type:
FullTime

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