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Your new company

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of Northern Ireland’s leading and award-winning communications agencies. With a strong reputation for delivering high-impact campaigns across a diverse client base, this agency is known for its collaborative culture, creative thinking, and commitment to excellence. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking a strategic and experienced Account Director to lead on high-profile PR and events projects.

Your new role

As Account Director, you will take the lead on a portfolio of high-profile clients, overseeing the development and execution of integrated PR and communications strategies. You’ll act as a senior advisor, providing strategic counsel and direction while managing complex client relationships and multi-channel campaigns.

You’ll be responsible for shaping compelling narratives, leading media relations, and driving creative brand activations. In addition to campaign leadership, you’ll play a key role in mentoring junior team members, contributing to new business development, and supporting the senior leadership team in achieving growth targets.

This is a fast-paced, senior-level role that requires a confident communicator, a strategic thinker, and a natural leader who thrives in a collaborative agency environment.

What you'll need to succeed

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a senior PR or communications role, ideally within an agency setting but open to in-house experience.

• Proven ability to lead and deliver integrated campaigns with measurable results.

• Strong commercial awareness and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.

• Excellent writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities under pressure.

• A collaborative leadership style with a passion for mentoring and team development.

• A deep understanding of the media landscape and a flair for storytelling.

• A full clean driving licence and access to a car is desirable.

What you'll get in return

• Annual salary of £40,000-£45,000 (negotiable dependent on experience)

• Work from home on Fridays

• 25 days annual leave plus 9 statutory holidays

• Company pension scheme

• Mental health and wellbeing initiatives

• Paid professional memberships (CIPR, PRCA)

• IT equipment provided

• Ongoing CPD and training opportunities

What you need to do now

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