FleishmanHillard – Account Director
International Affairs
Account Director – International Affairs
Why Join Us?
FleishmanHillard, a multiple award-winning global communications agency, is recognized as PRWeek’s Global Agency of the Year and Best Places to Work. With 5 Lions from the Cannes International Festival of Creativity in the last two years, we’re at the forefront of delivering impactful communications. Committed to inclusivity, we are the only PR agency to have earned EY’s National Equality Standard twice, ensuring fair treatment for all applicants.
Role Overview
As an Account Director in International Affairs, you will lead strategic communications and issues management for diverse clients including governments, NGOs, and corporations, focusing on areas like geopolitics, economics, and climate issues. You’ll manage media relations, stakeholder engagement, and public affairs campaigns, and play a key role in business development and client relationship management.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day operations for a varied client portfolio.
- Craft and oversee communication strategies and stakeholder outreach initiatives, including high-profile events like COP and Davos.
- Foster client satisfaction through creative and impactful campaigns.
- Provide strategic guidance to cross-practice teams and mentor junior staff.
- Drive new business development and manage financial aspects of client engagements.
About you
Experience in communications for governments, multilateral bodies, or corporates is essential. You should be eligible to work in the UK and able to commute to our Bankside office at least three days a week.
Benefits
- Global mobility and exchange opportunities.
- Comprehensive L&D programs and a supportive work environment embracing hybrid working.
- A culture that promotes work-life balance and includes various wellness activities.
- Competitive salary, health benefits, pension contributions, and more.
Join us at FleishmanHillard where your work impacts the world and where you can thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment.
How to apply
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Please include in your application that you heard about this opportunity through the Taylor Bennett Foundation.