Junior Account Director - Travel PR

                                                                                          Junior Account Director  

                                                                    Location: Southwark and Shepherd’s Bush, London 

About us 

We are an independent communications consultancy with a global footprint.  

As specialists across inspirational travel and lifestyle, we create value through culturally relevant stories that build long-term loyalty. Our model is agile, nimble and creative, blending the rich personal connections and nuanced approach of a boutique agency with the network of an international group. Our belief is that while the world is fast-changing and communications continue to evolve, a good story is enduring.  

Our collaborative environment rewards hard work, tenacity and creativity with unlimited growth
and a supportive team. Based in London, we offer a flexible, hybrid
working model that is designed to nurture our forward-thinking culture. 

For more information about us and the clients we work with, visit 

www.the-mcollective.com 

About the role 

You will play a critical role in helping to shape the future of the agency.  Your key responsibilities will include:  

• Strategic ownership of the client relationships and confidently delivering senior level counsel 

• Drafting scope of work and campaign plans (both tactical and long term) 

• Delivering on PR plans and ensuring growth of accounts year-on-year, by ensuring KPIs are met and exceeded 

• Leading on media strategy, delivering high-level A-List pitches that result in feature coverage 

• Talent development of more junior team members by building close relationships with them, line-managing, motivating and mentoring them 

• Maintaining relationships with influential journalists, influencers and talent managers  

• Activate media promotions and brand partnerships with a clear ROI 

• Regularly attend networking events to grow industry contacts 

• Lead by example as a positive ambassador for the company at all times, contributing to a fun, inclusive and supportive working environment 

• Filling and hosting press trips both in the UK and internationally, representing the client with key editors and press 

About you  

• Five years’ experience in luxury and lifestyle PR, with a proven track record of working in a fast-paced environment, requiring flexibility, managing multiple deadlines. 

• A relevant undergraduate degree
  is preferred but not essential.   
• Proficiency in a second language, such as French or Spanish, would be useful but not essential 
• You have the ability to seek out newsworthy ideas, resulting in well-thought out and media-worthy creative campaign ideas and compelling storytelling 
• Experienced, inspiring and empathetic leader who enjoys team management and development 
  

 What you will get in return 

• A competitive salary 

• Annual bonus scheme linked to profits 

• New business incentive payment scheme 

• 24 days holiday a year, excluding Bank Holidays 

• One day’s holiday for your birthday 

• Gifted Christmas closure between Christmas Day and 2nd January (usually an
  extra 5 days, excluding weekends) 

• Company pension scheme 
• Team social budgets 

• Most coveted clients in the industry