Account Executive

A BIT ABOUT US

Storm is an award winning independent PR and social media agency specialising in consumer brands and corporate & B2B communications. An established brand within the world of PR, we might be over 30 years old but we never stand still: we are constantly evolving and looking at how communications, both in print and online are changing and adapt our skills and services to match. We are a team of 18, very down to earth people with a friendly and caring culture. Our priority is ‘happy clients, happy team’: we deliver great work and have strong relationships with clients, and have a team that we develop and invest in, as well as motivate and have a bit of fun along the way.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

We are looking for 2 talented and enthusiastic Junior Account Execs or Account Execs to expand our team due to new business wins. One will be working in our consumer team on a range of food and drink and lifestyle accounts, while the other will be in our B2B team on a range of corporate and business focused accounts across the sustainability, recycling, waste management and tech sectors as well as on a range of international business trade events.

The roles will be based at Storm’s offices in Central London 3 days a week (Tuesday-Thursday) and WFH 2 days a week (Monday & Friday). The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6-months PR experience preferably working in an agency environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow and flourish in a supportive, inclusive and positive environment. The positions will report directly to the Senior Account Execs / Account Managers on both teams.

The role will include:

• All aspects of media relations from writing releases, feature contributions, commentaries and by-lines through to liaising and building relationships with the media, and securing strong coverage for clients
• Creation of written and visual content
• Assisting with management of clients’ social media channels and monthly reporting
• Being on top of all admin from building media lists, release despatch, monitoring coverage, undertaking research, organising suppliers and assisting with activity reports.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

• A media hound, who loves to read, follow, watch, listen to a wide variety of media platforms
• An ability to write engaging and creative copy and social media posts
• An out-going personality, being comfortable to chat and converse with clients and the media with ease and do the same internally
• Someone with a positive upbeat energy, who takes pride in doing a great job
• Good attention to detail and is organised and efficient
• A team player
• Inquisitive and eager to learn, not afraid to ask questions and push boundaries.

SALARY & BENEFITS

In return we will offer a competitive salary between £26,000 and £28,000 depending on experience, plus a comprehensive benefit packaging including:

• 23 days holiday plus birthday off
• Flexible commuting hours and hybrid working
• Regular team socials, as well as summer and Christmas parties
• Mentoring system
• Long service sabbaticals and bucket list experiences
• New business and staff intro bonuses
• Regular ‘Surprise and Delight’ treats
• Pet friendly office

If this Junior Account Executive / Account Executive role could be of interest, please get in touch by sending your CV and a max 50 words on why Storm is the agency for you to hello@stormcom.co.uk.