Junior Account Executive

Kickstart your career in PR with an opportunity that values personality, curiosity and potential over previous industry experience. If you're an excellent communicator who enjoys building relationships and keeping up with the news, this Account Executive opportunity could be the perfect first step into a rewarding career in public relations.

Company Overview The Opportunity Hub UK is recruiting on behalf of an ambitious and growing communications agency based in Camden. Working with an exciting portfolio of clients across multiple sectors, this agency is known for giving people genuine responsibility from the very beginning of their careers. With a collaborative team, hands on training and a supportive culture, they provide an excellent environment for someone looking to build a long term career in PR.

Job Overview This Account Executive role is open to individuals from all backgrounds. Whether you're a recent graduate, a school leaver, or someone looking to change careers, previous PR experience is not required. What matters most is your enthusiasm, confidence, willingness to learn and ability to communicate with people.

As an Account Executive, you'll work closely with experienced PR professionals, supporting client campaigns while learning every aspect of agency life. From media relations and campaign delivery to client meetings and content creation, you'll gain valuable experience that will help you develop into a successful PR professional.

Here's what you'll be doing:

• Building and maintaining media lists to support client campaigns
• Researching journalists, producers and media contacts to identify the best opportunities for stories
• Developing relationships with key media contacts and supporting media outreach
• Assisting with the delivery of PR campaigns from planning through to execution
• Tracking media coverage and producing campaign reports
• Drafting press releases, media pitches and briefing documents
• Supporting client meetings and campaign discussions from an early stage
• Monitoring the daily news agenda and identifying opportunities for clients
• Providing administrative support to ensure campaigns run smoothly
• Working collaboratively with the wider team across multiple client accounts

Here are the skills you'll need:

• No previous PR experience is required
• A genuine interest in current affairs, media and communications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confident building relationships with a wide range of people
• Curious, proactive and eager to learn
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a fast paced environment
• Positive attitude with a willingness to take on new challenges
• A degree is welcome but not essential
• Experience in customer facing roles such as hospitality, retail or sales would be beneficial but is not essential

Work Permissions You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Here are the benefits of this job:

• Salary of £27,000 to £29,000 DOE
• Hybrid working based in Camden
• Comprehensive training and mentoring from experienced PR professionals
• Early responsibility with genuine client exposure
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Clear career progression opportunities within the agency
• The chance to work across a variety of exciting campaigns and clients
• September start date

Public relations offers an exciting career for individuals who enjoy storytelling, building relationships and working in a fast moving environment. Starting your career as an Account Executive provides exposure to media relations, strategic communications and client management, creating an excellent foundation for future progression into Senior Account Executive, Account Manager and beyond. This Account Executive opportunity is ideal for someone looking to build a successful long term career within one of the UK's most dynamic industries.