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This national award winning B2B media, marketing and corporate communications agency are currently looking to expand their Manchester office with the appointment of a Senior Account Executive or Account Manager.

The role would see you work on a mix environmental, sustainability, food & drink and manufacturing accounts with a strong emphasis on writing, so strong skills in this area is essential.

They are looking for a bright, driven and commercially aware B2B senior account executive or account manager to look after a portfolio of clients across sustainability and sectors. With a minimum of 18 months agency experience, youre organised and on-the-ball, knowing your way around status reports, coverage reporting and social media scheduling. As a natural writer, you can turn your hand to any type of copy, from a blog on the latest food safety legislation to an Instagram caption about recycling.

Duties & Responsibilities

* Develop strong client relationships and take day-to-day ownership of account success

* Create, manage and implement strategic and tactical activities on client accounts

* Keep abreast of client issues in the media through monitoring publications, websites etc

* Use the news agenda to create opportunities for commentary and media coverage

* Create and maintain strong relationships with sector journalists and influencers

* Produce high-quality and engaging written content, and distribute it via the appropriate channels

* Brief and manage third party suppliers and partners

* Update client and team on performance (such as financial budgets, time and plan) using appropriate tools such as status reports, weekly catch-ups and review meetings

* Support junior staff members and share your skills and knowledge with the business

* Monitor and progress your own development, setting goals and keeping an up-to-date Personal Development Plan

* Maintain CPD accreditation with CIPR by completing moderation modules on time

What do we offer:

* Competitive salary & 22 or 23 days paid holiday (plus Bank holidays) increasing after 1 year

* Hybrid working

* Early finish Fridays

* Ongoing training and development

* CIPR membership with Employee Assistance Program

* Complimentary breakfast

* Christmas shut down

* Regular team socials / events including Halloween and Christmas Celebrations.

* Company Laptop

If you are excited and inspired by this fantastic opportunity to join our Ambitious, high performing, award winning team then please send over your CV