Role: Account Manager
Contract: Full time
Salary: DOE
Location: Chichester / Hybrid
About Us
About Brandwave
Brandwave is a sports marketing and PR agency for sports, outdoor and active lifestyle brands. We are experts in marketing and PR with a strong belief that sport is a catalyst for positive change on multiple levels.
With roots in the South Coast and London, we blend strategy, creativity and connectivity to raise profile, grow market share and build passionate communities for all our clients from across the sports and outdoor sector.
As a team, we are fully committed to our core brand values, embracing every opportunity to achieve more. With dedication and drive, we strive to create positive results and a lasting difference.
Our Values
We do sport – Sport is our core value. Understanding the target market is not just a slogan, it stems from extensive physical experience and learned expertise. Our deep involvement in various sports allows us to act as trusted advisors to our clients.
We are connected – Our global network has been actively built, curated and maintained over nearly two decades. It extends across governments, governing bodies, media, brands, athletes, events, teams, and content creators. This network not only enhances our reputation but also strengthens our campaigns and long-lasting client relationships. We encourage all our team to build their own networks and become recognised industry experts.
We take risks – Risk-taking is essential in both sport and business. Progress and success come from pushing beyond the comfort zone and challenging industry norms. Creativity thrives on boldness, not conformity. We view risk with a positive lens. It’s what drives us across leadership, strategy, and creative execution. Every idea should challenge both clients and the industry, setting us apart from competitors. True impact is achieved by provoking strong reactions rather than blending in. Meaningful progress stems from embracing uncertainty and daring to be different.
We give a sh*t – We believe sport is a powerful catalyst for positive change—physically, mentally, and socially. Beyond participation, it fosters community cohesion and promotes well-being. This commitment is reflected in charitable initiatives, pro bono work, and sustainability efforts. Ethical business practices and situational empathy towards our team and clients further reinforce these values. Our dedication to social responsibility is demonstrated through volunteer work, environmental initiatives, and ongoing contributions to organisations driving positive change through sport.
Requirements
As our new Account Manager, you will have….
* A passion and a deep understanding of the sports & outdoor industries.
* An awareness and keen eye for emerging trends in the sports and outdoor world.
* Three years industry experience either agency side or working at a brand as a Marketing Exec or in a similar role.
* Solid background in delivering 360 campaigns, content creation and retained PR services.
* Experience in activating and managing events and partnerships.
* Strong media relationships across the sport, outdoor, fitness and travel markets.
* Desire to work closely alongside some of the best brands in the sports & outdoor sector.
* A creative mind combined with experience in taking a pragmatic approach to project delivery.
* A good eye for detail.
* Significant experience of managing your own workflow in a fast-moving environment.
* An ability to work collaboratively with strong communication skills.
* Plenty of initiative to work with full autonomy.
* Self-motivated and a team player that thrives in a busy environment.
* Support our Account Director and PR Director as required to help manage live accounts.
* Act as a key point of contact, ensuring smooth communication and alignment with clients.
Responsibilities
You will be responsible and expected to…
* Manage and grow accounts, building strong relationships with your clients.
* Deliver outstanding client facing project work.
* Attend key industry events in the UK & Europe when required.
* Collaborate with the internal creative team and external suppliers to ensure that all client projects and internal marketing campaigns are delivered to the highest possible standard.
* Monitor and report on the effectiveness of your projects, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
* Remain on top of industry trends and best practice, sharing knowledge and insights.
* Assist delivery of the agency press office function – monitor media coverage and report on PR campaign performance per client via wrap-up/evaluation documents and provide realistic reviews to clients.
* Manage kit requests and press seeding.
* Support the co-ordination of influencer campaigns, including some contract negotiation, product seeding and performance tracking.
* Write and distribute press releases, media kits and other PR materials.
* Build and maintain relationships with brand ambassadors, content creators and industry analysts.
* Develop compelling brand narratives and craft engaging media pitches to secure press coverage.
* Produce detailed event/activation proposals including objectives, timelines, venues and suppliers.
* Contribute where necessary/when requested to all Brandwave marketing – Instagram content ideas / website / case studies / blog posts etc.
Full time, hybrid role with a competitive salary.
* Location: Office by the beach and trails of the South Downs.
* Flexi-working: Committed to upholding a good work / life balance for our team. Sport & getting outdoors actively encouraged on the daily.
* Team trips: Quarterly away days and activities such as SUP tours, surfing, wing foiling, road & gravel riding, trail running, hikes and taking on outdoor team charity challenges across Snowdonia, the Lakes & Peak District.
* Holiday: 24 days annual leave, plus Public Holidays.
* Charity time off: Paid time off to volunteer for charity work.
Recruitment Process
CV & cover letter to be submitted no later than 21st March 2025 – studio@brandwavemarketing.com
Stage 1 – Virtual intro and interview with Key Account & Marketing Director & PR Director.
Stage 2 – Successful candidates will be asked to attend an in-person interview with our Managing Director and Founder.
DEI Statement
Brandwave expect all employees and stakeholders within the business to uptake and uphold social and environmental responsibilities in line with relevant policies and training.
Brandwave is an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture that does not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, or any other status. We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions with better results.
Role start date: As soon as possible
Contract length: Full time
Salary: Dependent on experience
Closing date for applications 21st March 2025.
To apply please send your CV and cover letter to:
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