We create cultural value and help brands navigate the ever-changing age of earned: an age where consumers actively say no to advertising; an age where everyone is an influencer that can make or break your brand; an age where content can be turned into commercial opportunity. Our talented team builds brands by finding connection points in the real world. We energise the right mix of talent, using the right platforms and latest technology to choreograph stories that make a real and meaningful impact for some of the world’s leading brands and businesses e.g. HSBC, Unilever, eBay and IBM to name a few.
We earn affection, attention, affinity, and purchase by delivering value to people around the world, with deep specialisms across energy, automotive, sports sponsorship, and entertainment & lifestyle. We are known for:
* Developing data driven insights and strategies to drive measurable impact
* Creating impactful campaigns that tap into culture
* Creating channel and platform agnostic campaigns that grow organically
* Delivering integrated campaigns that are earned-first yet deliver for paid and owned
A snapshot of the role:
Weber Shandwick is looking for a talented Manager to join the Corporate Enterprise team based in the London office.
The practice is made up of smart, dedicated, and fun team members with expertise spanning B2B, Corporate, Public Affairs, Crisis/Issues, Social Impact/ESG and Technology.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced practitioner who is curious, ambitious, proactive and friendly. You will enjoy working on a portfolio of well-known global brands, executing integrated campaigns involving earned media, strategy, creative, analytics and digital. You’ll lead the day-to-day running of accounts, provide counsel, manage budgets, and lead and inspire your team to deliver flawless execution of activities.
What will you be doing:
* Be responsible for the delivery of an exceptional client experience by acting as a primary day-to-day contact for clients, who will come to you for valued counsel and recommendations
* Develop and oversee the flawless execution of media/campaign strategies
* Manage the day-to-day running of accounts, including client/internal meetings, materials (e.g media lists, status updates), media monitoring and reporting
* Overseeing all facets of media programmes and materials, and a play substantial role in media pitching
* Act as a facilitator, bringing in specialist practitioners within the Corporate Enterprise practice and throughout the wider London office to support in the delivery of integrated communications campaigns
* Stay on top of industry news, trends and influencers in specific industries and be able to link these to your clients’ objectives
* Supporting the development of client budgets and resource management
* Supporting the development and presentation of new business pitches
Who are you?
* Previous experience at a similar level in a corporate affairs role, ideally within an agency setting
* An interest in the complex world of B2B/Corporate comms – in fact, an interest in the world full stop. The Corporate Enterprise team is an incredibly curious one, with interests spanning tech, sustainability, education, politics and more. We use this to bring fresh perspective, helping tell client stories through the lens of so many other industries
* Proficiency in both media relations and the delivery of an exceptional client experience
* A comprehensive roster of journalist contacts with corporate, technology, B2B and vertical sector beats at titles covering international, national and trade/vertical sector publications
* A proven ability to manage large and multi-market teams to deliver work of the highest quality
* Experience working with multiple disciplines and specialists to deliver integrated campaigns
* Mastery in copywriting a range of external and media materials including press releases, key message documents, pitches, social media content, etc.
* Familiarity with quantitative analytics and an ability to set and evaluate campaign metrics
* Strong presentation skills and a desire and experience being involved in new business pitching
* Experience developing and managing campaigns and being a day-to-day lead for clients, with a track record of providing strategic counsel
* Be an excellent communicator and possess exceptional writing skills, particularly the ability to digest complex information and turn it into compelling, understandable written copy
* A proactive approach to identifying opportunities for the client, practice and team
* Attentive to detail and quality
* Fluency in Microsoft programs and digital/social media platforms, tools and solutions
Core Benefits:
* Private medical insurance
* Group life assurance
* Group income protection
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Buy or sell holiday
* Additional life assurance cover
* Critical illness insurance
* Travel insurance
* Health screening
* Cycle to work scheme
* Health cash plan
* Flexible working with our 3:2 hybrid work model
* Equivalent of $250 USD for new joiners on 6 month + contract to support home working setup
* 25 days’ annual leave (in addition to public holidays) plus 2 volunteering days, birthday day off work and discretionary festive closure
* Flexible public holidays
* Sweets and snacks in the office
* Exclusive shopping discounts and perks
* Headspace membership
* Season ticket loan
* Long service bonus
* Enhanced family leave
* Inclusive and invisible health policies
Note from the talent team:
We appreciate the time taken to apply for the role and your recent interest in Weber Shandwick. We will review all applications within five working days and be in touch with those who have been shortlisted to the next stage. Unfortunately, down to volume, we are not able to get back to everyone individually so if you have not heard back from us, unfortunately, you have not been successful on this occasion and wish you all the best in your search.
Weber Shandwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
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