Account Executive / Senior Account Executive Team: Consumer Health & Wellness Reporting to: Account Director Salary: £26,000-£33,000 Location : Sussex About Beyond Beyond is a PR and communications agency that inspires positive behaviour change to improve people’s health and well-being. We are experts in brand and product promotion, developing public health and disease awareness programmes, and supporting medical societies across the full spectrum of their activities. We are part of Synaptiq Health, a collection of individual, best-in-class agencies and consultancies. Beyond's main office is near Hayward’s Heath in West Sussex, with occasional access to a central London office for meetings. This will be a hybrid role, with two to three days per week in the Sussex office and the rest from home. We are rooted in our core values of Be Creative, Be Collaborative, Be Empowered, Be Honest and Be Agile, and seek to hire extraordinary talent in those who not only hold these same values but have a passion to succeed, deliver and grow. The role Are you enthusiastic, personable, and driven? Beyond is on the lookout for a dynamic individual to join our fast-paced Consumer Health team as an Account Executive or Senior Account Executive. We’re proud that one of our campaigns was recently shortlisted in the prestigious PR Week Awards, and now we’re looking for someone who’s ready to be part of our next success story. In this role, you’ll dive into an exciting portfolio of clients, ranging from over-the-counter medicines, including food supplements and herbal remedies, to mental health services to digital tools. Our work spans multiple therapy areas, ensuring that no two days are ever the same. One day, you could be developing the strategy for a high-impact product launch; the next, you might be hosting a journalist event to dominate headlines. If you’re passionate about media and social media, this role is perfect for you. You’ll have the chance to conduct and leverage expert-led research to boost brand awareness, develop innovative social strategies to increase engagements, and manage influencer activity to drive authentic recommendations. Key responsibilities Working closely with an Account Manager, and under the guidance of an Account Director, you will be expected to complete a range of activities and deliver results within a fast-moving environment: Writing and media relations: · Work across a range of activities, including campaign development · Create press releases, educational materials, reports and supporting communication materials · Liaise with health and consumer media and develop strong relationships with journalists, patient organisations and other key stakeholders Creative, digital and social media: · Develop and execute digital and social media content to engage with target audiences on a range of topics and therapy areas · Produce and/ or liaise with our creative team to produce engaging visual materials, such as videos, infographics, social media assets and websites Client liaison: · Be a key player in day-to-day client account activity · Ensure we manage project timelines effectively and meet deadlines that have been agreed with our clients · Monitor and report on the success of campaigns Agency participation: · Contribute to meetings, idea generation and proposals within the Consumer Health team and across the wider agency Required knowledge, skills and expertise · Undergraduate degree · Minimum of 1-2 years’ relevant experience · Has an interest in health and well-being brands · Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present and speak with confidence · Strong writing skills · Exceptional attention to detail · Creative thinker · Self-motivated, with the ability to make decisions and use initiative but also to make sound judgement on when guidance and support is required · Team player · Ability to work flexibly, under pressure and in a fast-paced environment · Open, investigative and ready to learn new skills · Capacity for understanding financial and budgetary activities · Good computer skills, including MS Office applications · Must be prepared to occasionally travel for work, including abroad and over weekends · Due to our office's location, a valid UK driver's license and access to a car would be highly beneficial Rewards and benefits Here’s a glimpse of some of the fantastic perks we offer at Beyond: · Hybrid working: As well as working from home, benefit from catching up with the team in our Sussex office · Flexible hours: Early Friday finishes to kick-start your weekend · Time off: Enjoy 25 days of annual leave and get your birthday off too Plus, on top of your holiday allowance, we close for 3 days between Christmas and New Year to ensure you have a relaxing break. And if you’re still wanting more, there is the option to purchase up to 5 extra days of annual leave · Long-term rewards: After 5 years of dedicated service, you're eligible for a 6-week paid sabbatical to explore your passions and return rejuvenated · Family matters: Embrace the beautiful journey of parenthood with our enhanced maternity and paternity policies · Financial security: We've got your future secured with life assurance, private medical insurance, and a pension plan with up to 7% employee/employer contributions · Social events: Enjoy plenty of social activities throughout the year, including our Christmas party and annual summer two-day event · Extras: Unlock access to exciting perks through Vitality We look forward to hearing from you