Another Word | Junior Account Executive

Salary : £24,000-£26,000 per annum (based on experience)Here at Another Word, we’re on the hunt for a full time junior account executive. This entry level role is an opportunity to start and develop a career in PR through coaching and mentoring as well as direct involvement in campaigns and day-to-day client delivery.Another Word is an ambitious, purpose-driven PR agency with a significant portfolio of household and business brands, including Bupa, DHL, and KP Snacks.To succeed in the team you’ll be responsible, committed, dynamic and a team player. You’ll be hungry to experience new opportunities and learn best practice, and you’ll enjoy a varied portfolio working across B2B and B2C clients.Responsibilities :Media relationsMonitor media. Assist teams to research, identify or track relevant issues for clients through reading selected media and inputting relevant ideas or publicity opportunities to teamsUp-date media lists regularlyHandle incoming media enquiries, checking with senior team as appropriateTelephone sell-in of client news to journalistsPrepare /monitor forward feature lists and sell-in / submit material to deadlineDevelop and engage key contacts in the media (including online)Develop wider exposure/confidence with mediaClient relationsAct as a back up point of contact for client enquiries, relaying messages and resolving queries whenever possibleDevelop relationships with clients as trusted support for their accountsCommunication/PresentationProven ability to communicate positively with a large groupEnsure good working knowledge of client sectors, media and stakeholder environment with the ability to confidently represent the client and agency in a wide range of situationsAn interest in business, current affairs and consumer affairs is a pre-requisiteNew businessContribute to pitches. Provide research and analysisAttend and contribute to new business brainstorms with creative ideasDigitalUnderstanding of digital channels and trends and how they impact communications strategyManage AW social channels and website with support and input from the team as well as necessary trainingPrepare and deliver content plans for relevant client portfolioDemonstrate high attention to detail in all written communications, internal and external including grammar, spelling, clear structure and newsworthiness where relevantTake and accurately process briefs, producing action plans, research and copyProduce draft copy for client publications/product releases/competition copy/consumer and trade releases/adapting press release for regional variations/photo captionsProduce action and status reportsOffice management and team supportAssist with media monitoring and compiling coverage across all accountsSupport with meeting preparation such as room bookings, preparing materials and booking hospitalitySupport with office management tasks such as ordering suppliesYou will also be required to demonstrate workload management by undertaking the following activities:Time management – planning, organising and prioritising your workload to ensure deadlines and objectives for work activities are metDiary management – ensuring email/online diaries are kept up to dateMeetings – arranging internal and external meetings, ensuring rooms are suitable and attendees’ needs are catered forCareer development – taking responsibility for personal learning and professional development, in collaboration with your line managerWorking with PeopleYou will also be required to demonstrate the following in their ability to work with people:Professional Relationships – developing professional relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, effective listening and verbal/written communicationCommunicating with supervisors/mentors – ensuring they are aware of work in progress and are briefed when any problems ariseTeam Building – working with teams to achieve goals and promote a motivated work environmentNetworking – building a professional network of other PR professionals whilst maintaining a professional imageWhen submitting your application, please specify that you heard about the role through the Taylor Bennett ..... full job details .....