HR Aid Consults (HR Aid) provides professional Human Resource advisory and consulting services to small businesses. We allow small business owners focus on their core business areas while we provide practical and effective Human Resource solutions for their business. We work closely with our clients to understand their business and resource needs and develop strategies to help attract, engage, motivate, compensate, train, manage performance and generally retain a competent and value-driven workforce.
Salary: N700,000
Our Client, a PR and media company in Ikoyi has an immediate opening for an experienced Public Relations Account Director. We’re seeking a marketing professional with proven connections and experience in B2B and B2C marketing, including PR such as media and influencer relations, as well as a high-level understanding of digital and social media marketing.
The Account Director serves as the primary liaison between the agency, team, and clients, ensuring strategic alignment and effective communication. With a deep understanding of agency programming and client PR/digital programs, this role drives account strategy, leads the team to deliver outstanding results, and ensures KPI-focused reporting. Additionally, the Account Director plays a key role in mentoring junior team members, driving campaign execution, and fostering new business development and client growth.
Responsibilities/Duties
- Serve as the primary strategic advisor for client accounts, ensuring transparency, open communication, and fostering strong client and internal team relationships
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including both PR and digital, to develop cohesive and impactful messaging strategies
- Oversee and manage the performance of client services and agency deliverables, aligning with client expectations and agency standards
- Lead the development and execution of comprehensive PR and digital strategies, from creative concepts to full implementation, ensuring alignment with client objectives
- Analyze PR and digital outcomes, providing actionable insights and strategic recommendations to enhance client campaigns and achieve measurable results
- Present key findings, strategies, and campaign results to clients and stakeholders, ensuring clarity and alignment with strategic goals
- Manage and delegate tasks effectively within a dedicated PR and digital team, ensuring deliverables exceed client expectations and foster a high-performance culture
- Mentor and develop PR and digital team members, offering career guidance, professional development, and regular performance reviews to drive growth
- Oversee talent functions, including recruitment, onboarding, and goal-setting, to ensure optimal team performance and alignment with agency goals
- Handle sensitive communications with clients and internal teams professionally, aiming for mutually beneficial outcomes
- Develop and present strategic new business proposals, showcasing agency capabilities and identifying opportunities for growth with existing clients
- Stay attuned to industry trends and new business opportunities, contributing to the agency’s growth and long-term success
Qualifications
- BA/BS in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field
- 7-10 years of agency experience
- Proven media skills across print, online, and broadcast
- Excellent content writing and copyediting skills
- Creative and strategic thinker
- Proficient with tools like Slack, Asana, and Google Docs
- Strong initiative, leadership, and work ethic
- Exceptional verbal, written, and non-verbal communication skills
- Adaptable, confident, and professional
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Requirements
- Vibrant energy, enthusiasm, and a genuine go-getter attitude
- Creativity, strategic thinking, and innovation
- Rockstar presentation skills with commercial awareness and business acumen
- Extensive industry knowledge and networking experience
- Excellent project management skills, able to manage multiple accounts and tasks
- Service-oriented and confidentiality-sensitive
- Passion for current PR/digital trends and tools
- Basic understanding of digital marketing and its application to PR
Method of Application
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