3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsWe’re looking for a skilled communications practitioner to join our team as an Account Director. If you have experience in corporate communications, press office and campaign delivery, we’d love to hear from you.At Headland, we believe reputations are built through purposeful relationships — and they happen by design. We blend Corporate Communications, Financial Communications, Public Affairs, Strategy & Insight, Campaigning, Digital and more to help clients tell their stories with impact.The RoleAs an Account Director at Headland, you’ll take a lead role in managing client accounts and delivering high-impact work across a range of issues that matter. You’ll act as a day-to-day adviser to clients, contribute to strategy and execution, and help build and nurture a collaborative, high-performing team.From day one, you will:Lead the day-to-day running of client accounts, ensuring work is well-planned, delivered on time, and to a high standardDraft communications plans and materials with confidence and clarityShape media strategies and build strong relationships with journalists and stakeholdersContribute to new business opportunities, including research and proposal developmentCollaborate with senior team members to ensure a joined-up and strategic approachSupport junior colleagues by offering constructive feedback and mentoringHelp manage team workloads to ensure they are balanced and sustainableWho We’re Looking ForA strong background in corporate communications and media engagementExperience building trusted relationships with clients and colleaguesConfidence in writing and editing clear, engaging communications materialsAwareness of the media and political landscape and how it influences reputationA collaborative, inclusive, and proactive approach to teamworkA commitment to high-quality delivery and supporting the development of othersInterest in using digital and social platforms as part of modern communicationsA commercial mindset and understanding of client and agency operationsExperience working across retail, energy, finance, or with household brand names is a bonus — but not essential.We’re proud to be an inclusive organisation and we actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you require any adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know.We are proud to have been awarded Ally status with The Blueprint — an industry accreditation that supports talented Black, Asian, Mixed Race and Ethnic Minority communications professionals in finding employers committed to their development. It also helps organisations attract, retain and nurture diverse talent.Please send your CV and a short covering note via LinkedIn. We’d love to hear from you.Employment DetailsSeniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Public RelationsIndustry: Public Relations and Communications ServicesLocation: London, England, United Kingdom #J-18808-Ljbffr