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Position: Senior PR Account Executive / Junior Account Manager

Location: Poole, Dorset (hybrid working after the qualifying period)

Employment Type: Full‑time, Permanent

Established in 1998, Liz Lean PR (LLPR) is one of the South's leading public relations and reputation management agencies. We take your reputation personally – and that philosophy extends to every member of our team. We're a close‑knit team of creative PR professionals dedicated to building and protecting our clients' reputations.

We have the privilege of working with leading regional and national brands, across a multitude of sectors, providing the full spectrum of PR and communications solutions. From healthcare to hospitality, fintech to theme parks, we get under the skin of each brand, developing bespoke communications strategies that deliver outstanding results.

Our unbeatable beachside location in Sandbanks is just one of the reasons that LLPR is a great place to work; our focus on personal growth and wellbeing forms the heart of our supportive team culture.

We're seeking an ambitious Senior PR Account Executive / Junior Account Manager. This role represents an excellent progression opportunity for an experienced Senior PR Account Executive ready to take on greater responsibility and client management duties, or an ideal step for a Junior Account Manager looking to develop their skills within a respected agency.

You'll combine strong PR fundamentals with the emotional intelligence and relationship‑building skills that are hallmarks of LLPR's work. The successful candidate will demonstrate both strategic thinking and hands‑on execution capabilities, supporting senior team members while bringing the authority and skills to take effective ownership of client relationships and campaign delivery.

After a qualifying period, you will be able to take advantage of hybrid working, based in our beachside offices in Poole for 50% of your time with core office days as Tuesday and Wednesday.

• Manage day‑to‑day relationships with designated client accounts
• Act as primary point of contact for smaller accounts or support on larger accounts
• Develop and maintain strong, long‑lasting client relationships
• Conduct regular client meetings and presentations
• Prepare client reports and campaign evaluations
• Take an active role in account planning and strategic development

• Lead on smaller PR campaigns and support larger strategic programmes
• Develop creative campaign concepts and tactical implementation plans
• Write compelling press releases, features, case studies, and other PR materials
• Create written and visual content for digital channels including social media and websites
• Coordinate campaign timelines and ensure delivery to deadline and budget

• Build and maintain relationships with key journalists and influencers across a wide range of sectors on a regional and national level
• Proactively pitch stories and secure media coverage to clients’ expectations
• Manage press office functions and respond to media enquiries
• Organise and manage media events, press conferences, and launches
• Monitor media coverage and provide analysis and insights
• Support issues management and crisis communications activities when required

• Plan and execute stakeholder engagement programmes
• Coordinate with internal teams and external suppliers
• Manage event planning and execution
• Support corporate communications and internal communications activities

• Contribute to new business proposals and pitches
• Support client retention and account growth activities
• Identify opportunities for campaign expansion and additional services
• Represent the agency at networking events and industry functions
• Mentor junior staff members and provide guidance on campaign delivery
• Support training and development of account assistants
• Collaborate effectively with all team members
• Share knowledge and best practice across the agency

• Degree in PR, Communications, Marketing, English, Journalism, or related field
• Minimum 2‑3 years' experience in public relations, ideally agency side
• Proven track record of securing quality media coverage
• Experience managing client relationships and account responsibilities
• Strong portfolio of written work including press releases and features

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a relentless focus on accuracy and quality
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and PR software/databases
• Experience with social media management and content creation
• Understanding of digital marketing principles and SEO
• Knowledge of media monitoring and evaluation tools
• Experience with event planning and coordination

• Strong strategic thinking combined with excellent execution skills
• Exceptional organisational abilities with keen attention to detail
• Confident presenter with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining high standards
• Proactive approach with genuine "can do" attitude
• Professional demeanour with emotional intelligence
• Discretion when handling confidential client information
• Collaborative team player with leadership potential
• CIPR qualification or working towards professional accreditation
• Experience across multiple industry sectors (B2B and B2C)
• Crisis communications or issues management experience
• New business development or pitching experience
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
• Experience with content management systems and marketing automation tools

• Comprehensive training and development
• Mentorship from industry‑experienced professionals
• Support towards professional qualifications (CIPR)
• Opportunities to work on diverse, exciting client accounts
• Clear progression pathway within the agency

• Tailored professional development roadmaps, including a personal budget for external training and qualifications
• Paid‑for CIPR membership & CPD plans
• Hybrid working model and remote‑friendly working practices
• Paid‑for parking / subsidised public transport, for when you’re in the office
• Annual creativity and wellbeing budget to spend how you choose on personal activities, outside of work
• Jump on our complimentary paddleboards, roll out a yoga mat, or kick off a game of rounders at our beachside office
• Regular team socials: dining out, cocktails, socialising
• Dog friendly offices
• Your birthday off, each year, and a celebratory drink on us
• Christmas is for chilling! We close the office for the week, so we all come back refreshed
• Wellness initiatives: meditation and yoga apps & classes
• Regular team activity weeks: creativity, learning, development & social activities
• Milestone celebrations: for the agency and our team members. We love a party!
• Regular team‑based activities to top up the creative fuel tanks
• Mental health first aid training
• Healthy snacks and fruit in the office (and treats… we all need them now and then)

We're looking for an ambitious PR professional ready to take the next step in their career with one of the region's most respected agencies. You'll share our commitment to excellence and our belief that great PR comes from building genuine, lasting relationships.

If you're ready to take your career – and your clients' reputations – personally, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send your CV with a covering letter, and a portfolio of your best work (including press coverage examples).

In your covering letter, please tell us about a campaign you’re particularly proud of and what you learned from it.

Please note, we are unable to accept applications without a covering letter detailing the information requested above.