Senior Associate (Account Manager level) - Burson Buchanan

Who we are:

Burson Buchannan, part of WPP, is a team of experienced capital markets communications advisers with deep expertise across diverse sectors. We provide integrated communication solutions that support businesses throughout their corporate lifecycle—whether navigating challenges, managing growth, or amplifying success.

As strategic partners, we work with clients ranging from SMEs to FTSE 350 companies, delivering tailored strategies that drive impact. Our long-standing client relationships reflect the strength of our partnerships, and we have a proven track record of guiding small- and mid-cap companies to large-cap status across international exchanges. 

WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP) is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com. 

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• Manage the day-to-day delivery of communications programmes for a portfolio of corporate and natural resources clients.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior executives, advisers, investors, and other key stakeholders.
• Develop and execute media relations strategies across financial, national, trade, and sector-specific media outlets.
• Draft high-quality communications materials, including press releases, corporate announcements, thought leadership articles, presentations, and social media content.
• Support financial calendar communications, including annual and interim results, transactions, and market announcements.
• Provide strategic communications counsel, helping clients strengthen their corporate reputation and investment narrative.
• Mentor junior team members, review deliverables, and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
• Support business development activities through research, proposal writing, pitch preparation, networking, and identifying opportunities for account growth.

• Multiple years of experience in financial PR, corporate communications, investor relations, or a related agency environment.
• Proven experience managing multiple client accounts and building strong relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Strong track record of securing media coverage and delivering successful media relations campaigns.
• Experience supporting natural resources, mining, energy, commodities, or other industrial sector clients.
• Demonstrated ability to write and edit high-quality communications materials for diverse audiences.
• Experience supporting listed companies, including financial results, corporate announcements, and transaction communications.
• Strong research, analytical, and critical-thinking skills with the ability to provide strategic recommendations.
• Experience contributing to business development initiatives, including pitch preparation, proposal development, and account growth opportunities.

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You belong at Burson Buchanan:

Our vision is for Burson Buchanan, a Burson Group Company, 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 Buchanan, 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 #BursonPerson, 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.

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