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Account Manager - Corporate Communications Weber Shandwick

Weber Shandwick Brussels (www.webershandwick.eu) is looking to hire an:
Account Manager - Corporate Communications
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 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
  • Needs to demonstrate a solid understanding of ICT sector policy issues
  • 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 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 cover letter and CV to: HRBrussels@webershandwick.com
Replies will be dealt with in strictest confidence. We look forward to hearing from you.