Want to work with us?

Are you an experienced journalist, technical writer, copywriter, content creator or PR/marcomms specialist looking for an excellent salary and rewards package, working within a friendly and supportive team?

Here at Garnett Keeler, we are looking for a highly organised and enthusiastic Account Manager to join our successful B2B PR Agency in Surrey, established for more than 50 years. This is a hybrid role (2 days office / 3 days home), and you will be working alongside talented colleagues who regularly achieve record-breaking results for an impressive array of international blue-chip businesses.

Your portfolio of clients will include major brands predominantly within the commercial vehicle and transport & logistics sectors. As an agency we also have clients in the pharmaceutical and aviation industries. Previous sector experience is not necessary – we hire based on skills, attitude, professionalism and commitment to delivering award-winning work for our clients.

You’ll be bright, keen to impress and must have a passion for writing in all its forms, including an ability to distil complex topics into different forms of client-ready content.

And as you’ll quickly become the day-to-day contact for our clients as well as our sector press, you’ll need to be a confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.

PR Account Manager Duties:

• Create written content including press releases, technical articles, advertorials, features and web copy and social media posts
• Build a deep understanding of our client’s products, technology and brand ensuring tone, personality and style is consistent across all written work
• Manage the day-to-day running of accounts
• Develop strong relationships with clients
• Pitch ideas and stories to journalists
• Work with our design and digital teams to fulfil client briefs
• Attend client meetings and events
• Support on event / exhibition management when required

PR Account Manager Requirements:

• At least two years in a content creation, journalism, marcomms or PR role (agency or in-house)
• A passion for writing and delivering results
• A good understanding of writing for different audiences
• Excellent written English and attention-to-detail
• Creativity
• Outstanding interpersonal skills
• Strong commitment to delivering an exceptional client experience
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks

PR Account Manager Benefits:

• Opportunity to join a close-knit, committed, friendly and ambitious team within a highly successful and longstanding family business
• The ability to quickly make an impact and become integral to our clients
• Competitive salary, plus generous bonus scheme
• Hybrid working (two days agency / three days home)
• Perkbox membership – selection of 200+ perks
• Quarterly staff socials
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off

If you feel you are suitable for this position, please email hr@garnettkeeler.com