Description:
As a PR Account Manager, you’ll take the lead on client relationships, developing and managing strategic communications campaigns that raise profiles, engage audiences, and deliver measurable results. You’ll oversee day-to-day project delivery while guiding junior team members and ensuring work meets the highest standards. This is an exciting opportunity for a communications professional who understands science and wants to make a meaningful impact in a rapidly evolving sector.
Here's What You'll Be Doing:
- Leading the planning, execution, and evaluation of PR and communications strategies for clients in life sciences, biotech, and healthcare.
- Managing client accounts with confidence, providing trusted counsel and proactive communication.
- Building and maintaining strong media relationships across specialist, trade, and mainstream outlets.
- Writing, editing, and commissioning high-quality content including press releases, thought leadership pieces, web copy, and marketing materials.
- Collaborating with digital, creative, and strategic teams to deliver integrated, multi-channel campaigns.
- Identifying new opportunities for clients, from awards and events to speaking engagements and partnerships.
- Contributing to new business pitches and supporting the development of proposals and marketing initiatives.
- Mentoring junior team members and fostering a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and excellence.
Here Are The Skills You'll Need:
- A minimum of three years’ experience in PR or communications, ideally within an agency environment.
- Proven experience managing clients in the science, healthcare, or technology sectors.
- Strong strategic thinking and project management skills, with the ability to lead multiple campaigns simultaneously.
- Excellent media relations abilities and an understanding of the specialist and trade press landscape.
- Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to simplify complex scientific information.
- Confidence in advising clients and presenting ideas persuasively.
- A degree in life sciences, communications, or a related field—or equivalent professional experience.
- Comfortable using digital and social platforms to enhance PR campaigns.