Associate Partner (PR/Media Relations specialist)

London’s leading integrated corporate campaigning agency is looking for an outstanding Associate Partner to join its talented team.  The role will support our expanding portfolio of clients across a wide range of sectors including technology, financial services, transport, FMCG, defence, property and infrastructure.

We are looking for candidates with first-rate experience of delivering the highest quality client work within an agency environment, with a growing network of contacts in the media, politics and business, as well as creative flair and a passion for campaigning. Experience of working as a journalist in national or trade media is highly desirable for this role. The successful candidate will have a good nose for a story, strong writing skills and an up-to-date black book of media contacts. The ability to think freely, critically and challenge perceived wisdom – on your feet and in writing – is essential.

You’ll need:

• A consistent track record of delivering and overseeing client programmes to a standard that exceeds client expectations
• Strong people management and client relationships skills, acting as the strategic lead on client teams
• A large network of influential stakeholders (media and/or political) that can be used to support client programmes and new business efforts
• A passion for creative campaigns and results-driven programmes
• A good sense of what makes a strong story and how to land stories with target media
• Confidence managing and delivering campaigns across multiple channels and audiences
• The ability to seek out and drive new business initiatives, developing and following up on leads and supporting the conversion of opportunities
• Excellent leadership skills with experience managing teams and delivering through others
• A track record of successfully managing financial elements of client accounts, including managing servicing and profitability as well as growing client accounts
• At least 7/8 years’ experience working in corporate PR and media. Additional experience in politics or public affairs very welcome

Pagefield was born out of a desire to bring something different to the communications industry. We are an open-minded and inclusive workplace, and welcome applications from like-minded people who share our desire to bring something different to our industry. We offer flexible and remote working as standard to all roles so you are able to arrange your diary in the way that best suits your-own and your clients needs.

Other benefits we offer include:

• Central London office in the heart of Soho with outdoor terrace and communal space
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, plus an extra day off on your birthday or work anniversary
• Individual annual performance-related bonus scheme (up to 25% salary)
• Monthly personal allowance to cover your choice of gym, private healthcare or private members’ club membership
• Medicash (Health Cash Plan), including EAP
• Contributory pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Annual personal development budget
• Access to development coach, and/or mentor
• An active social calendar and encouragement of networking during and out of office hours

This is a unique agency looking for a special new team member. If you think that might be you, please contact talent@pagefield.co.uk, with your CV. Please notify us within your application if you need any specific support to assist you during our recruitment process.