OverviewWho are we?J/PR is a global communications firm specialising in public relations, content creation, and social media. We work with some of the best hotels, resorts and lifestyle brands in the world, including Relais & Chateaux, Mr & Mrs Smith, and Hilton Luxury Brands, to name a few. You can see our current client list here. Being a part of this international powerhouse agency will connect you to a roster of distinguished hotels, resorts, restaurants, real estate projects, and destinations across the globe, elevating your career (and your frequent flier status). We tell compelling original stories to connect brands to their target audiences. We’re passionate, professional, and purpose-driven. We\'re dedicated to our work, the agency, our clients, and each other.Forbes said “These are the Women Dictating Where You’re Traveling,” and Inc. Magazine featured J/PR in an article titled, “How Two Millennial-ish Women Built a PR Powerhouse.” This is in addition to numerous awards like PR News Best Places to Work, New York Observer PR Power 5 for five years in a row, The PR Net 100, Forbes Five Star Agency, PR Couture Spotlight Agency of the Year, and Crain’s Best Places to Work (to name a few).At J/PR, we’re incredibly intentional about our company culture, and we wholeheartedly believe in a work-life blend, where you\'ll be empowered to continue learning and growing through travel, mentorship, training, and retreats, along with a connected company culture. Who are you?This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated, creative, articulate, and driven PR individual who is looking for the next step in their career to join the fast-paced and growing PR team at this international agency. With nine offices globally, including London, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and others, our client list comprises some of the world’s most exclusive hotels, from big-name brands to luxury independent properties. The RoleAs an Account Director, you are running accounts autonomously, driving the overarching account strategy while making sure the team is set up for success and understands their roles and responsibilities. You’re the main client contact for more nuanced conversations related to the team and the work, and you drive the strategy and deliverables to deliver high-impact results. In addition, you are a visible and proactive networker, with a wide range of A-list journalists, influencers and luxury brands at your fingertips. Duties and ResponsibilitiesDevelop PR campaigns, activations, partnerships, and programming that clients talk about for years to comeAct as primary client contact, providing senior-level counsel and fostering a trusted, long-term partnershipLead your team by providing clear, focused guidance and resources for day-to-day account successRepresent clients and the agency at industry events, conferences, and social gatherings to build influence and opportunitiesHelp out with any task, big or small, to showcase your leadership skills and dedication to the teamCreate big-thinking pitches that land in big features, multi-page spreads in magazines, and in meaningful, unexpected sectionsNurture your A-list media and influencer relationships and network, and draw on those as needed for key placementsManage team members, providing leadership, guidance, feedback, and coaching to both direct reports and account teamsStay ahead of industry trends, competitor activity, and cultural shifts in the luxury and travel marketsDrive new business opportunities: lead pitches, develop proposals, and contribute to agency growth ExperienceAt least 7-10 years of public relations experience in the hospitality, culinary, travel, tourism, restaurant, and/or consumer lifestyle arenasProven track record of leading integrated PR campaigns that achieve measurable impact.Extensive media, influencer, and brand contacts within travel, lifestyle, and luxury industries, and a reputation as a strong networker.Strong leadership and team management skillsExceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.Commercially minded, with experience in business development and client growth. What We OfferJ/PR offers a competitive benefits package, inclusive of but not limited to:Competitive base salary based on skills and experienceNew business commission (10%)Summer Fridays (finish at 1 pm)Hotel trade with our world-class clients (complimentary stays across our entire portfolio)Beautiful, dog-friendly officesCorporate rate at ClassPassAnnual holiday and summer parties, plus regular socialsOngoing training and development opportunitiesFlexi-hours (Fridays WFH)Office swaps to our US officesMobile phone stipend25 days annual leaveDay off on birthdayMilestone gifts at five and 10-year anniversariesApplicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYJ Public Relations (J/PR) and 20Two Studio (Studio) strongly support equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.HIRING PRACTICESThe preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.J/PR and Studio recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. J/PR and Studio may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, Internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting, and search firms. #J-18808-Ljbffr