JFL Search & Selection Ltd

Senior Account Director/ Associate Director - Luxury Travel & Lifestyle PR - 8-9 month Maternity Salary: c£67k - £75k pro rata DOE, benefits and hybrid working Location: London Reference: EG889202 Edwina Goldman Role Overview: The Senior Account Director/ Associate Director will lead the day-to-day relationship with clients, providing clear, decisive, and thoughtful direction on individual projects. This role requires strategic thinking for both short-term and long-term opportunities and accountability for the quality of output and efficiency of account management. Key Responsibilities: Work fully integrated with the agency's top travel and hotel clients, managing seven clients including large hotel portfolios. Act as an extension of clients' in-house teams, driving projects forward, organizing the team, and leading on strategy. Generate creative and robust ideas for client campaigns. Encourage, manage, and mentor junior team members, from Account Executives to Account Directors. Qualifications: We seek a client-facing, personable individual with A-List press contacts, industry knowledge, and an understanding of luxury business. Energy, enthusiasm, tact, and patience are essential. The successful candidate must be prepared to attend evening events and travel as needed. Additional Information: This is a full-time role requiring a minimum of three days in the office. In Return: We offer a base salary of £67-£75k, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and flexible hybrid working. Our environment is collaborative, respectful, and nurturing, with a focus on creativity and teamwork.