Account Director

A global brand, marketing and communications agency built around deep sector specialisation is seeking a PR Account Director to help lead its technology practice. Known for intelligent insight and rigorous execution, the agency works with clients ranging from household names to high-growth startups across telecoms, AI, cybersecurity, digital infrastructure and emerging technologies. This is a senior role with real commercial weight: the successful candidate will own key client relationships, lead integrated programmes, play a central part in managing the team and support the commercial growth of the practice.

Role

• Help lead integrated communications programmes across a portfolio of technology clients, spanning telecoms, AI, cybersecurity, digital infrastructure
• Own and develop senior client relationships, providing expert strategic counsel across all aspects of brand, marketing and communications
• Translate complex technical subject matter into clear, compelling narratives for a range of audiences and channels
• Drive new business development, from lead generation through to pitch and conversion
• Manage and develop high-performing account teams, setting standards for quality and fostering a culture of growth
• Act as a senior voice in shaping the direction and evolution of the technology practice
• Handle sensitive client issues with confidence, protecting relationships and reputation under pressure
• Collaborate across the agency's global network to deliver integrated campaigns with international reach

Requirements

• Proven track record at Account Director level or equivalent within a communications, PR or integrated marketing agency
• Deep knowledge of the technology sector, with experience across areas such as enterprise tech, AI, cybersecurity or digital infrastructure - some energy/ climate tech experience is a bonus!
• Demonstrated ability to own senior client relationships and provide strategic counsel at board or C-suite level
• Strong new business instinct, with experience generating leads and leading pitches
• Excellent media relations skills, with an established network of relevant technology and business press contacts
• A strong writer and communicator, comfortable working across long-form, earned and digital formats
• Experience managing and mentoring teams, with a track record of developing talent
• Comfortable operating in an entrepreneurial, fast-moving environment where initiative is valued

Here at Sapio Consulting we are not only proud to be equal opportunity employers in our own right but are also committed to and in the privileged position of being able to support each and every one of our clients and partners in their Diversity & Inclusion objectives and initiatives.

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