Account Manager - Corporate Communications Weber Shandwick

Weber Shandwick

Brussels, Belgium

The international Corporate Communications practice at Weber Shandwick Brussels has an exciting opportunity for an Account Manager to join our fast-growing team. The person we are looking for will be working for an interesting and diverse mix of companies and non-profit organizations. His or her role will include managing the day-to-day activities of the account team, recommending programs and activities in line with client's goals, coaching junior team members and assisting with new business development.

Job description:

• Take client briefs and develop strategic communications programs;
• Manage select client relationships, overseeing day-to-day client projects and assuming responsibility for the delivery of projects, services and reporting;
• Contribute to new business development opportunities and client campaign proposals;
• Coach junior team members;
• Develop media materials and other content;
• Handle media inquiries, make strategic media recommendations and persuasively engage media at the highest level;
• Take appropriate responsibility for quality control of client work produced by team.

Professional Requirements:

• An advanced degree in communications, journalism, public policy, international relations, or a related field strongly preferred;
• A minimum of 3 to 5 years of work experience, as consultant in a public relations agency (in Brussels or London) or equivalent in an in-house strategic communications role. Agency experience is a must;
• Experience in working with Brussels-based media; knowledge of broader European media is a bonus;
• Excellent writing skills and experience in positions that required writing and editing of messages, reports, articles, briefings, speeches, and other materials;
• Sublime project management skills;
• Ability to work independently and within a team;
• Ability to develop in-depth understanding of clients' industries and issues;
• Ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously;
• Proven aptitude in problem-solving and making critical decisions;
• Excellent English (native speaker or equivalent); fluency in any additional European languages, in particular French and Spanish is a distinct advantage;
• Experience with online and visual communications a plus;
• Must be eligible for full residence and working rights in Belgium.

What we offer:

• A dynamic, intellectually stimulating and international environment;
• A strong European and Global Public Relations network;
• Opportunities to gain cross-functional expertise and experience;
• Training and career development;
• Competitive remuneration package.

Interested? Please send your application and CV to: HRBrussels@webershandwick.com

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We look forward to hearing from you.