PR Account Executive (Consumer PR, Retail, Food, Tech)

About the role

An award-winning PR, social and influencer agency in inner Sydney CBD is hiring an Account Executive for its consumer PR practice covering retail, food, drink and tech. The role suits an established PR Account Coordinator or a newly appointed PR Account Executive who wants to work on big clients and big budgets, supported by a team of Coordinators, Executives and Account Managers.

Key responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in managing consumer and corporate PR and media campaigns
• Act as a strategic, trusted client advisor through an outstanding end-to-end client experience
• Work with the General Manager to develop PR strategies and new client and product offerings
• Develop engaging consumer PR campaigns for clients
• Identify and take part in external thought leadership opportunities to build awareness of the agency's expertise
• Update media lists and stay connected with local and national corporate media

Required profile

• At least 2 years of public relations experience (agency experience preferred)
• Excellent understanding of the Australian media landscape
• Previous experience with consumer and corporate clients is desirable
• Must live in Sydney, Australia
• Recent PR agency experience is required; sponsorship is not available

Required skills

• Up to date with current digital trends across web, mobile, audio, email and social media
• Natural storyteller with innovative ways to bring stories to life
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to develop presentation decks with a clear narrative

The salary listed is a guide only. Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly.