PR Account Manager

Posted 13 days ago and deadline of application is on 20 Aug

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Is this role right for you?

Public Relations and Marketing Communications practices are evolving at an unprecedented pace, with insights and strategy development to assume greater and greater importance in the foreseeable future. This role is for professionals interested in creating PR and digital campaigns built on critical thinking, creative storytelling, and strong client relationships.

The Account Manager is responsible for:

• Project management and implementation, including day-to-day client/stakeholder correspondence, reporting, and execution
• Nurturing relationships with client stakeholders and media
• Driving strategic communications recommendations, including editorial direction, PR planning, and presenting business proposals

The Account Manager will directly report to the Account Director while working with a multi-disciplinary team to develop and implement corporate and consumer campaigns, across a wide range of verticals—including FMCG, electronics, technology, and fashion.

PR Project Management

• Directs activity on assigned accounts, collaborating with the relevant internal teams to ensure that client requirements are met
• Coordinates project timing and budgets with servicing teams and provides clients with timeline and budget updates
• Contributes to the development of high-quality campaigns, story angles, media lists and campaign calendars
• Tracks agency and vendor costs to help ensure profitability and assists in preparation of client invoices

Client Servicing and Relations

• Develops strategic PR plans and provides counsel to clients
• Leads and participates in client meetings
• Keeps apprised of clients' brands, products, services, and marketing developments—specifically, their key issues and challenges, competitive analysis, and industry trends
• Provides client reporting and results in analysis of key programs and initiatives

Business Development

• Actively identifies and develops new business opportunities within existing accounts and supports other efforts from the New Business team
• Manages agency resources to ensure projects are delivered to appropriate standards on time and on budget

An opportunity to become a leader in a fast-growing organization, anchored in creating products and services that shape the future of brand communications. The Account Manager will be trained and immersed on the agency's engines of growth, from content creation to digital marketing to strategic planning and organizational management. The role also provides opportunities to build your network through new relationships with both local and global clients.

Are you right for the role?

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in communications, communications research, marketing, public relations, or related fields at an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
• At least 3-4 years of experience in the Communications Industry (preferably PR)
• Competency with Microsoft Office (Word and PowerPoint)
• Must be a critical thinker and results-oriented

Core Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)

• Ability to manage PR projects, from conception to execution
• Ability to work with internal and external stakeholders to assess potential risks and opportunities for current and prospective clients.
• Ability to analyze existing tools and databases to provide actionable solutions and recommendations.
• Ability to extract actionable insights from complex information.
• Ability to translate business requirements into non-technical, lay terms.
• Ability to present (communicate) campaigns to internal and external audiences.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to participate in brainstorms and planning meetings.

Required Skills

• Creative Thinking
• Presentation Skills
• Project Management
• Business Development
• Communication Skills
• Account Management
• Decision-Making

What can you expect from us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and advancement.
• A supportive and collaborative team that values your input and expertise.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Regular team events and a culture that values work-life balance.

Elevate your career with us and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package. Upon regularization, you'll have access to an HMO for your immediate healthcare needs. We take your health a step further by providing an exclusive HMO Health Card via Medicard. Our commitment extends to government-mandated benefits, including SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-ibig, reinforcing your financial stability. To acknowledge your hard work and dedication, we proudly offer a 13th-month pay, adding an extra layer of recognition for your contributions.

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M2.0 Communications specializes in business, technology, and lifestyle communication, with an emphasis on public relations, stakeholder management, and digital communication. We focus on public relations, social media marketing, and media analytics, and pride ourselves as experts in earned media communication. Starting with one employee in 2003, M2.0 now has a total of around 50 full-time staff composed of a dozen manager/director level employees and more than 40 specialists. During this time, the company came to work with dozens of national and international brands including Intel, Dell, Carrier, Bank of the Philippine Islands. Currently, we work with brands including UNICEF, Philips, OPPO, Del Monte, Bayo, and the Government of the Philippines. M2.0's differentiation lies in the robust support offered by its different service units, as well as its knowledge and experience in stakeholder management, technology, and business PR. The agency also offers a unique media monitoring service that is currently one of the most responsive and comprehensive in the Philippines today.