Senior Account Director. International PR

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Dublin South, Dublin City Centre

Senior Account Director.International PR.Bleeding Edge. High-Tech. *Needs agile, strategic-thinking, globally-minded senior and influencer to lead at the agency* Join the global fintech PR firm at its European HQ. Take the lead as second most senior in the EMEA/APAC side of the business. Work for a company which represent the world’s top FS and high-growth, global, tech start-ups which are regularly raising $multi-million investments through Initial Coin Offerings (ICO). Your function is as leader, account sponsor, team mentor. Be the strategic and creative thinker and problem-solver; the person available to step in to assist with crises. The team of Account Managers (4-5) will refer to you if they need a higher-level view, welcoming your well experienced input and fresh perspective. You are a vital presence for team and clients alike. You sit in on the ‘kick-off’ calls with new clients and available as point of escalation and security. We need somebody who wants to bring their expertise to influence and develop a team and thus a company. If you want a fresh role at a senior level where you will yet learn a lot in a developing space, this is worth your exploration. Bring your leadership abilities to an evolving company and offer a high-level perspective to all ranks of the team who look to you to bounce ideas, for everyday queries and for guidance about the ‘right way’ to say it! The world is being upended by the developments made by the client-base here and the agency’s consultancy service is more than PR – it’s rapidly evolved to encompass real business advisory. The payoff for you will be great. The business is growing significantly and you will be well incentivised and rewarded to move to join them. You must be one who has always sought to drive career success and life story outside the norm. This is the chance to work with the most disruptive global industry set to deepen and grow. And to do it here in Dublin. Enjoy generous salary, benefits and additional incentives (discussed at interview). The firm is focused on merit-based progression throughout the ranks so you progress accordingly. If you are suited to the position and the pace, you will reap reward unmatched in the Dublin agency landscape. With a global client-base, you should expect some travel. What are the day-to-day expectations? As active senior leader and presence in the agency, you run daily morning catch-ups with each team. Constantly focused on ensuring best writing style, best approach to media, how to talk to clients, how to say things, etc. -training as required and being consulting on queries from account managers and their teams. Client-facing, you are on the ‘kick-off’ call with all new clients – providing the voice of authority and reassurance as sponsor assisting with who will step in when necessary throughout the client’s lifecycle. As strategic, problem solver and creative thinking extraordinaire you bring fresh input to campaigns. Whist not having your own client-list, you provide huge support by developing processes and ideas. Business development – being very open to networking and supporting the Dublin MD. Recruitment – you’ll have some focus on bringing in great people to maintain the calibre of the team. What skillset and background are sought? 6-7 years recentagencyexperience, ideally in Corporate PR, and as a leader. You should be familiar with global media and experienced developing relationships there. You must have some current focus on team development and evidence your mentorship and sponsorship of both internal team and client accounts. Good interest in technology and change are important. As is experience with international clients. You should have the gravitas, tact, and approachable nature to allow a team feel they can come to you with anything and know you will add value, insight and solutions, with encouragement. You will be well paid and rewarded. Work at stylish, large offices in the creative hub of the city. Work with a team of exceptional individuals who want to learn from you.Apply to Louise at RECRUITERS today and follow up a call to 01-6325043. Interviews will happen immediately by phone and progress speedily to hire. Keep an eye on our website at RECRUITERS for a full list of open vacancies which you may not see here or on other jobs boards. This job originally appeared on RecruitIreland.com.

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