Senior Account Director (Strategic Communications) - London Red Flag Global, the multi-award winning Strategic Communications, Public Affairs and Campaigns consultancy, is inviting applications from talented and ambitious candidates for the role of Senior Account Director in Red Flag’s thriving London office. Founded in 2013, Red Flag Global has transformed how businesses, associations and non-profits strategise, communicate, campaign and influence. Red Flag now represents and advises many of the biggest companies, coalitions and industry associations across the globe from its offices in London, Brussels, Washington DC, Dublin and Cape Town. Red Flag Global specialises in designing and executing integrated campaigns to address sensitive and business-critical issues. We run high-stakes advocacy campaigns, combining traditional public affairs with campaigning disciplines including media relations, digital advocacy, message testing, citizen mobilisation and alliance building. Our expert campaigners are recognised as the most creative, diligent and dedicated consultants in their industry and we work hand-in-hand with the most interesting and exciting clients to conceive and execute multi-disciplinary campaigns that win. We are seeking like-minded, energetic and motivated candidates for a key role in the agency. This is an exciting opportunity to join our talented team of former government advisers, senior diplomats, journalists, NGO campaigners and expert political consultants. About the role Following a series of major new client wins, Red Flag Global is now recruiting a Senior Account Director (Strategic Communications) to drive and support engagement across our growing international client base. The Senior Account Director will lead major international client projects across strategic communication, public affairs and campaigns. They will be an experienced client advisor and strategist, with a strong track record of delivering results for clients. The Senior Account Director will take the lead in promoting Red Flag Global’s unique, integrated offering in the UK market and to prospective clients globally. They will be responsible for developing the business and generating new client projects. They will represent Red Flag Global’s culture and ethos externally, and support the development and growth of our talented global campaigns team in London. Red Flag Global prides itself on being an industry-leading employer. We have an established policy of promoting from within and provide a staff development programme and clear pathways to promotion, as well as generous staff benefits and incentives. These include hybrid working, a paid external mentorship programme, annual company and personal performance-based bonuses and incentives for winning new business. This specific position is offered for a Senior Account Director to be based in our office in London. Some international travel may be required. Primary responsibilities include: Working as part of London office leadership together with global management colleagues to: Lead major client projects with the timely development and execution of plans, campaigns and projects, ensuring the team delivers on its objectives. Support and drive the sustained growth of Red Flag Global’s London office and Strategic Communications offering. Plan, develop and manage budgets, work goals, measurements, and training requirements necessary to provide the best service to clients. A trusted counsellor for clients and the constant liaison between them and Red Flag Global’s multi-disciplinary teams and management. Managerial responsibilities for members of the Red Flag Global team Required Skills and Experience Proven experience in leading major communications and/or public affairs projects, managing teams and budgets Experience in media relations, and a strong network across UK and international media. Exceptional client-handling skills with experience managing large accounts. Proven ability to foster and maintain long-term relationships with senior clients and contacts. Demonstrable experience in pitching, negotiation and generating new business. A strong understanding of the intersection between politics, media and business, and experience in executing integrated multidisciplinary campaigns. Excellent organisational and leadership skills. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including fluent English. Additional languages are an advantage. Experience in some of the following sectors - Technology, Sustainability, Health, Food & Agriculture - is an advantage. What we offer Red Flag Global prides itself on being an industry-leading employer that drives innovative thinking, fosters collaboration and secures results. We have an established policy of promoting from within and provide a staff development programme and clear pathways to promotion, as well as generous staff benefits and incentives. Candidates should submit a CV and a cover letter, detailing experience and outlining what they can bring to Red Flag Global. Applications should be sent to https://redflag.global/careers no later than 5pm on 9 August 2024. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We offer: Competitive salary and benefits based on experience, including an attractive annual bonus scheme and new business commission scheme. Structured in-house training. Support for professional development opportunities. Hybrid working model. Generous leave allowance We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity and inclusivity. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, pregnancy or maternity, marital/civil partnerships, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation, gender or gender reassignment, disability or race.