Senior Account Manager - Consumer & Brand

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 LinkedIn and Instagram.

The Role

At Burson, we believe in the power of communication to shape culture and deliver impact. Our Consumer and Brand team is a group of 40 collaborative and creative professionals working across some of the most well-known brands in food & beverage, travel, lifestyle, and luxury.

We’re proud of our inclusive, supportive culture, where people are encouraged to show up as themselves, share ideas, and grow together. We value different perspectives, celebrate creativity in all its forms, and support each other to deliver brilliant, meaningful work. We’re looking for a Senior Account Manager to join our team and contribute to the success of some of our most exciting client partnerships. You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality campaigns and helping to build strong, trusted relationships with clients and colleagues alike.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is curious, organised, and collaborative — someone who enjoys creative thinking, delivering results, and contributing to a positive team environment.

What you'll do:

• Leading on day-to-day client relationships with professionalism, clarity, and care

• Overseeing account delivery and supporting your team in meeting deadlines and objectives

• Collaborating with other agencies and internal teams to ensure joined-up thinking

• Generating creative campaign ideas, always putting earned media at the centre

• Building relationships with journalists and media, developing strategies that land stories and engage audiences

• Leading on influencer and talent partnerships, including contracting and delivery

• Supporting and guiding junior team members, with a focus on learning and development

• Managing budgets, timelines, and project resources effectively

• Producing high-quality written materials, from briefs and decks to media materials and updates

• Contributing to new business efforts, including identifying opportunities and supporting proposals

• Sharing international experience and insights where relevant (global or European experience is a plus)

Experience that contributes to success

We’re looking for someone who brings both experience and enthusiasm to the role. The exact path you’ve taken isn’t what matters most — we’re interested in the value you can offer, how you think, and how you work with others.

• A collaborative approach and a genuine interest in working as part of a team

• Experience developing and delivering campaigns across earned and influencer channels

• Strong media and influencer knowledge, and a passion for storytelling

• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills

• Confidence in presenting ideas and communicating clearly, both internally and externally

• A proactive mindset and the ability to adapt to changing priorities

• An interest in contributing to a positive, inclusive team culture

#LI-NE1

At Burson, diversity, equity and inclusion are not just values; they are strategic imperatives that fuel our future in an industry built on the art of understanding, connecting and developing relationships. We believe that a diverse workforce is essential for inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue and cultivating meaningful experiences that drive innovation and creativity. It also enables our agency to thrive and deliver brilliant work.  

For more information, visit www.bursonglobal.com.  

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 #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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