Black Cherry Recruitment Ltd

My client is a national PR agency which has an exciting opportunity to join their Manchester team. They are looking for a commercially minded Account Director to lead their corporate PR work. This is a small but mighty team, and you'll be central to it: growing the portfolio, developing the people around you and making sure every corporate client gets the strategic counsel they're paying for. You'll take senior ownership of corporate accounts from day one, with the scope to shape how the Manchester team works and the client base it serves. This isn't a supporting role. You'll be trusted to make decisions, lead pitches, and build something with real momentum behind it. Responsibilities Leading the team You'll set the standard for how the Manchester corporate team works, day to day and pitch to pitch. With a small team, that means being hands-on: coaching directly, reviewing work closely, and stepping in on delivery when it matters. You'll help recruit as the team grows, and you'll build the kind of culture that makes people want to stay. Client oversight and growth You'll hold senior responsibility for our corporate accounts, making sure service quality stays high and relationships stay strong. That means spotting where an account can grow, not just where it needs protecting and managing the commercial side so projects are profitable as well as well-executed. Business development You'll play an active part in winning new corporate business: leading pitches, building your own network, and converting opportunities within existing accounts. Part of the brief is building Manchester's profile in the corporate PR market, so a visible presence at industry events and in trade press matters here. Operational delivery You'll oversee capacity and resourcing across the team, keeping timesheets and workload in check without adding bureaucracy. As the team is small, you'll also stay close to the work itself: reviewing output, catching problems early, and keeping standards consistent even without layers of sign-off beneath you. The person You're an experienced PR professional with a strong corporate track record, ideally at Account Director level or above, who has run client relationships and delivered results across sectors. You have: A track record of growing accounts and winning new business, not just servicing what's already there. Sound commercial judgement and the ability to make calls quickly when priorities compete. Strong people skills, whether that's managing a small team or bringing juniors on quickly as the team scales. Comfort working with a smaller support structure around you: you're someone who takes ownership rather than waiting for direction. The perks They are a fast-paced independent agency, with a collaborative and supportive culture and a real emphasis on helping every member of our team achieve their potential. They value energy and commitment highly. If you're the right person for this opportunity, you can count on: A brilliant holiday allowance, including a day off for your birthday, a day off for charity work of your choice and a half day for Christmas shopping. Coaching, training, and mentoring programmes, with support for professional memberships and study. Free fruit every day, free bar every Friday and free pizza every month. Life assurance. Contributory pension. Lots of social events throughout the year and a company-wide Summer and Christmas party. An open, dynamic, and collaborative working environment. The opportunity to work alongside and learn from some of the best in the business. The best colleagues you could hope for!

This multi award winning comms agency has an opportunity for a consumer PR Account Director to join their team. They are looking for a Consumer PR Account Director with energy and ideas, who is adept at managing teams and world class PR and social media campaigns. You will be able to develop and plan big clients/ budgets with experience in working in content creation and production being an added bonus. The client portfolio will be centred around the FMCG, sport, retail, food and drink, transport and lifestyle. Working logistics - Manchester office/Hybrid. 3 days office, 2 days home. The ideal candidate will have a strong earned media background with experience in leading fully integrated campaigns with expertise in PR, social and influencer. As an Account Director, you will be working closely with your account head to advise and steer market-leading brands, in an environment and with a team that will help you reach your potential and support you in your growth. Specifically, your responsibilities will include: Client Relationships Cultivate strong relationships with clients, providing counsel on marketing and communications strategies including PR and social media. Immersing yourself within the client's businesses, proactively becoming an integral part of the client's marketing team Ensure clients understand the agency's services, maximising growth opportunities. Strong Delivery Work with the wider team to craft and deliver winning communications strategies to match client briefs. Act as a champion for strategic, creative communications for your team that delivers both the client's brief and KPIs. Ensure a high quality of innovative and forward-thinking work is delivered to client timescales. Team Management Manage a team of communications specialists, acting as a mentor and a coach for the day-to-day operations, with the support of the Associate Director. Work closely with other leads on capacity planning, people development and team training. You should apply if you have You thrive in the agency environment, enjoying the creative challenges, fast pace, and thrill of seeing your strategies brought to life You, ideally, have several years' experience leading a variety of accounts across multiple sectors including FMCG. You are experienced in running campaigns that span earned, shared, and owned media, with an in-depth knowledge of traditional and social media landscapes and how to amplify content You have experience working in and overseeing Press Office / PR accounts. You have experience in influencer engagement and both internal and external stakeholder management You are familiar with agency client management and comfortable managing, motivating and guiding teams, nurturing talent internally You enjoy crafting organic and new business proposals from small projects to bigger and wider communication strategies

My client is a leading Manchester digital and PR agency that are on the lookout for a Consumer Social Media Account Director with energy and ideas, who is adept at managing teams and world class social media campaigns. The client portfolio will be centred around the FMCG, sport, retail, food and drink, transport and lifestyle. Working logistics - Manchester office/Hybrid. 3 days office, 2 days home. They are looking for someone that understands what it takes to develop successful consumer social media strategies that affect real change in audience perception and behaviour. As an Account Director, you will be working closely with your account head to advise and steer market-leading brands, specifically our key social account, in an environment and with a team that will help you reach your potential and support you in your growth. Specifically, your responsibilities will include: Client Relationships Cultivate strong relationships with clients, providing counsel on marketing and communications strategies including PR and social media and how to amplify content through paid. Immersing yourself within the client's businesses, proactively becoming an integral part of the client's marketing team Ensure clients understand the agency's services, maximising growth opportunities. Strong Delivery Work with the wider team to craft and deliver winning communications strategies to match client briefs. Act as a champion for strategic, creative communications for your team that delivers both the client's brief and KPIs. Ensure a high quality of innovative and forward-thinking work is delivered to client timescales. Team Management Manage a team of communications specialists, acting as a mentor and a coach for the day-to-day operations, with the support of the Associate Director. Work closely with other leads on capacity planning, people development and team training. You should apply if you have You thrive in the agency environment, enjoying the creative challenges, fast pace, and thrill of seeing your strategies brought to life You, ideally, have several years' experience leading a variety of accounts across multiple sectors You are experienced in running campaigns that span earned, shared, and owned media, with an in-depth knowledge of traditional and social media landscapes You have experience in influencer engagement and both internal and external stakeholder management You are familiar with agency client management and comfortable managing, motivating and guiding teams, nurturing talent internally You enjoy crafting organic and new business proposals from small projects to bigger and wider communication strategies

My client is an integrated marketing agency, who have an exciting opportunity within their PR team for an Account Executive or Senior Account Executive to join them. They are looking for someone who has enthusiasm, drive and a desire to learn and develop within a friendly and supportive team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6 -12 months PR experience and have gained experience in press release and copy writing, media relations and client/stakeholder engagement. Based in South Cheshire, a driving license and own vehicle would be required - there is free parking for staff. They work on a mix of clients with most clients being franchise businesses. Two of their biggest clients are care provider and a children's swimming lesson provider. They cover both consumer and B2B PR for clients and are looking for this person to work on both clients and become an expert in franchise business PR. As you will be part of an integrated marketing agency, you will also develop broader marketing skills and training in order to work and collaborate seamlessly between the different teams. You will receive regular in house training as well as membership to CIPR and have regular appraisals to monitor and support your development. Key responsibilities Support Account Managers, Senior Account Managers and Account Directors with day-to-day client activity. Attend client calls and meetings, taking clear notes and sharing actions. Draft basic press releases, content and social posts with guidance, learning to apply each client's tone of voice. Update and build media lists, develop confidence using media databases and assist with press release distribution. Gather media coverage, maintain coverage books and support the preparation of client reports. Monitor the news agenda. Support campaign planning, media outreach, social content planning, awards research and above-the-line activity where required. Provide reliable administrative support to the wider team, managing tasks carefully and meeting agreed deadlines. About you Strong written communication skills and good attention to detail. An interest in PR, media, current affairs, marketing and the issues affecting clients' sectors. Organised, dependable and comfortable managing several tasks at once. A confident and professional communicator, willing to ask questions and learn from feedback. A collaborative team player who takes ownership of clearly briefed work. Comfortable using Microsoft Office and social media platforms; experience of media databases or design tools is helpful but not essential. Committed to learning PR best practice, including media ethics, industry developments and new technology.

My client is a multiple award winning Communications and Public Affairs agency with offices in Sheffield and Manchester. Due to expansion, they are looking to speak to candidates at Account Manager, Senior Account Manager and Account Director level. They pride themselves on fostering a culture of inclusivity, collaboration, and innovation, ensuring that every voice is heard, every perspective is respected, and every contribution matters, both within their teams and in the way they engage with clients, communities, and stakeholders. They work across a range of sectors, including Transport & Sustainability, Energy & Utilities and Regeneration. Their clients are shaping the transition to net zero, delivering sustainable travel infrastructure, regenerating communities, and delivering nationally significant projects. Whether it's major infrastructure schemes, place-based regeneration programmes, or renewable energy developments, their work influences decision-makers, empowers communities, and builds trust between stakeholders. What you can expect Challenging and rewarding work You'll manage projects that require both critical thinking and hands-on delivery, working with senior decision-makers and diverse stakeholders. Real influence Their clients look to them for trusted advice. You'll be empowered to own problems, find solutions, shape decisions and play a visible role in how projects succeed. Career development As they grow, you'll have the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility and broaden your experience across sectors. A collaborative team They are ambitious but supportive, working closely together to share expertise, push for the highest standards, and celebrate success. Wellbeing and flexibility They recognise the importance of balance and support, offering flexibility alongside a range of wellbeing-focused benefits. Key skills, competencies and Accountabilities Strategic judgement Senior client and stakeholder credibility Commercial awareness Strong delivery discipline People leadership capability Strategic Leadership & Delivery Project, Quality & Financial Oversight Client & Stakeholder Leadership Business Development & Growth Team Leadership & Development