Senior Account Manager

Senior Account Manager – Manchester (Hybrid) - £37k-£40k + bonus Join one of the North West's leading employee-owned integrated communications agencies. Taking a senior role within the B2B and Corporate practice, you will lead high-impact PR strategies, direct key client accounts, and mentor account teams across a diverse B2B portfolio.

Role:

• Serve as the senior day-to-day lead across a portfolio of B2B and corporate accounts, driving integrated comms strategies and account profitability.
• Oversee end-to-end campaign delivery, taking ultimate accountability for project timelines, budgets, high-level media strategy, and quality control.
• Act as a trusted strategic advisor to C-suite client leads, proactively identifying growth opportunities, managing complex issues, and guiding media positioning.
• Lead the creation of complex, high-value content—including technical white papers, national business bylines, and executive thought leadership.
• Mentor, line-manage, and develop junior account handlers, setting performance standards and fostering a high-execution team culture.
• Drive organic account expansion and play a active role in new business pitches, strategic proposals, and client presentations.

About you:

• Established PR agency background operating at Senior Account Manager level (or a senior Account Manager ready for a step up) within B2B or corporate comms.
• Proven track record in client counsel, strategic planning, and managing substantial B2B agency account retainers.
• Exceptional editorial and narrative skills, capable of translating complex corporate or technical subject matter into compelling national and trade media hooks.
• Deep knowledge of the UK business media landscape, trade publications, and specialist vertical channels (property/built environment experience advantageous).
• Demonstrated experience managing account team workflows, coaching junior consultants, and driving client retention.

If you are a motivated character who loves working in corporate communications. Get yourself involved in incredible B2B campaigns. Develop your skills and become part of a very successful agency.

Get in touch at Conor.Neary@RobertWalters.com or 07384874335

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