Account Director - B2B PR – Design - c.£60k

Our client is the PR agency for the world’s brand design pioneers. They amplify the voice and value of design, helping the most ambitious agencies gain the recognition they deserve. Since 2009, the team of 20 journalists, media specialists, and PR strategists has been dedicated to elevating design in a fast-changing world. Whether it’s securing coverage in Creative Review or a speaking gig at a luxury packaging conference in LA, their expertise in the design industry sets the clients apart.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Account Director to lead their growing London team at their shiny new offices in Barbican.

The Role

As an Account Director from a B2B PR background, you’ll oversee 6-8 accounts for some of London's best brand design agencies. Reporting directly to the Managing Partner, you’ll lead a team of two PR Account Executives and an Editorial Consultant.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Leading campaigns, from client onboarding to six-month reviews, ensuring strategic delivery
• Serving as the day-to-day client contact, shaping media stories and offering senior PR counsel
• Recruiting, coaching, and managing your team to deliver results
• Overseeing budgets to maintain profitability
• Contributing to agency management and enhancing the company culture
• Involvement in media pitching, writing, and collaborating with a small, experienced team to drive results

The person

We are looking for someone who is passionate about design, excited by the clients’ work, and with proven experience in B2B PR, ideally within a related field. You should have a track record of independently running multiple campaigns and managing teams. Key qualities include:

• Ability to juggle multiple projects efficiently
• Strong storytelling, writing, and idea development skills
• Proactive mindset, bringing ideas and making them happen

In return

• The chance to work with genuinely brilliant clients
• Regular social activities, away days, and overseas trips (Berlin, Madrid, Porto, Palma)
• 25 days holiday, private health insurance, and a well-stocked office kitchen
• Hybrid working (3 days in the office)
• Clear roles, ongoing training, and a focus on learning and development
• Giving back through regular donations, volunteering, and progressing towards B Corp accreditation
• As one of the most senior people in the agency there will be significant scope for growth as the agency, and specifically the London office develops.

For more information on this exciting opportunity please contact Amy Wilson to discuss in strictest confidence. E: amy@capstonehillsearch.com

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