PR Senior Account Executive

Join to apply for the PR Senior Account Executive role at Burson Continue with Google Continue with Google Join to apply for the PR Senior Account Executive role at Burson Who We Are Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.Who We Are Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.Burson is part of WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP), the creative transformation company. For more information visit bursonglobal.com and follow us on Linked In and Instagram.We are looking for a Senior Account Executive to be based in the UAE with our Technology practice. This is a brilliant opportunity for you to make your mark within the world of everything Enterprise Tech.CLIENTAct as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, building strong relationships effectively, demonstrating a commitment to high-quality client service.Proactively identify client needs and develop strategic recommendations to achieve their communication goals.Regularly communicate with clients to provide project updates, seek feedback, and address any concerns.Coordinate internal teams, external vendors, and freelancers to deliver various project components.Build and develop solid media contacts, write media plans, pitch informed stories and finding relevant news hooks to meet client KPI’s.Demonstrate strong writing skills across different media/communication methods, all to a very high standard, demonstrating an understanding of the differences in style, tone and content.Demonstrate a strong comprehension of web and social analytics and express informed opinions on a client’s social presence.Responsible for ensuring the day-to-day PR activity is in line with the short and long-term goals of the plan agreed with the client.Oversee and contribute to account administration e.g. contact reports and weekly reports Participate in internal creative idea generation sessions across all agency sectors and apply creative thinking to all aspects of your work.Good presentation skills and the ability to present and articulate tactical ideas and status updates in client meetings.Demonstrate a strong comprehension of what is possible (and required) with third-party and Burson-owned data and intelligence products, and express informed opinions on a client’s press, digital and social presence. Develop proficiency in articulating the value/use cases for Burson data and intelligence tools Reporting & Visualization: Develop visually engaging reports and presentations to communicate data-driven insights effectively. Assist senior team members in creating data-driven stories for content marketing projects.COMMERCIALStrong understanding of administrative and financial functions of account handling and demonstrate awareness of client budgetary implications.Understand commercial aspects of managing client accounts and support senior team on making accounts profitable.Proactively research and identify new business opportunities within existing accounts and help with the preparation of proposals, visuals, research and presentations.Be aware and demonstrate an understanding of Burson’s offers and services and Global network and WPP.Ensure completion of timesheets weekly on a weekly basis.PEOPLE & BEHAVIOURSWork collaboratively as part of a dynamic team, proactively seeking guidance and support from senior colleagues.Mentor interns, support senior staff, and promote Burson at recruitment events.Consider Burson values and think about how you actively demonstrate these in your role Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills, ensuring clear and concise interactions with team members and clients.Stay on top of industry news and trends in your sector, sharing insights with teams and clients.Build trust and respect within the team.Enhance your understanding and promote the wider Burson offerings, services, and global network.Impeccable attention to detail; take ownership of tasks and work with initiative.Create compelling content ideas that resonate with clients, driven by a passion for storytelling Ability to flag key trends and insights, conduct basic social media audits, and express informed opinions on a client’s social media presence.Collaborate with your Line Manager to identify relevant learning opportunities and create an individualised learning journey.Actively participate in L&D sessions and proactively apply acquired knowledge in daily work.Stay informed and educated on AI training; explore how AI can be utilized in your role, adhering to WPP guidelines and best practices.(Change this to your person Linked In User Tag)You Belong At Burson Our vision is for Burson to be the leading ‘academy company’ for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today’s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.At Burson, we’re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That’s why it’s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can’t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view—your talent—is what makes you a #Burson Person, and it’s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.When you click the "Submit Application" button below, this will send any information you add below to Burson. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Sales and Business Development Industries Public Relations and Communications Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Burson by 2x Continue with Google Continue with Google Account Executive, GGS MENAT PF AE, GGS MENAT PF AEKey Account Executive - Wholesale (Hypermarket)Account Management Executive - Noon Food Ras al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates 13 hours ago Account Management Executive - Noon Food Ras al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates 13 hours ago Account Management Executive - noon Food Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates 13 hours ago Senior Sales Account Manager - Wholesale Voice & Mobility Account Management Associate, AE Consumer Electronics, AE Marketplace Account Executive (United Arab Emirates)We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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