Account Director – London, UK

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Overview A boutique public affairs consultancy is seeking an experienced Account Director to join its small, growing team. The ideal candidate will be a confident and capable manager with a solid understanding of politics, public affairs, and the built environment, able to oversee multiple client projects simultaneously and provide strategic counsel at a senior level. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment, enjoys collaborating closely with senior leadership, and is passionate about mentoring junior colleagues to deliver exceptional results. Responsibilities
Advise clients at a strategic level, ensuring objectives are met across multiple projects. Lead the curation and execution of creative and strategic ideas. Manage client consultations and stakeholder engagement confidently throughout project lifecycles. Take ownership of developing new business proposals and responding to briefs. Build and demonstrate strong sector knowledge, particularly across housing, sport, and education. Provide both proactive and reactive counsel to clients on public affairs and political issues. Ensure best practice across all accounts, maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and professionalism. Support and mentor junior colleagues through effective line management and on-the-job training.
Qualifications
Proven experience in public affairs or communications, ideally with exposure to the built environment sector. Strong understanding of the UK political and stakeholder landscape. Excellent presentation, writing, and client management skills. Calm and confident under pressure, with strong organisational and project management capabilities. Enthusiastic and approachable, with a collaborative and solutions-focused attitude. Able to work effectively within a small team and contribute to a supportive, high-performing culture. Desire and ability to mentor and develop junior team members. Active networker with a keen interest in current affairs and industry trends.
Additional Benefits Competitive commission scheme and discretionary annual bonus. If you have the relevant experience and this opportunity sounds interesting to you, please get in touch with our team, including a copy of your CV as soon as possible via the form below. Hanson Search is a leading talent advisory and executive search consultancy with consultants based across the UAE, UK, USA, and Europe. We specialise in business-critical roles that drive revenue, reputation, and risk, with dedicated teams in Communications, Government Relations, Financial Communications, Public Affairs, Healthcare Communications, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Sustainability, Investor Relations and C-Suite recruitment. Please click here to find out more about Hanson Search. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. You can access our Diversity and Inclusion Policy here. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Location:
City Of London, England, United Kingdom
Job Type:
FullTime

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