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Senior Account Director, Corporate Communications - Global Communications Agency

London

If you’re an experienced agency Account Director looking for your next step supporting house hold names this role might just be for you!

Why Porter Novelli?

We’re the strategic communications company built on purpose to Do Business Better. Our vision is to be the global communications powerhouse that drives positive impact in the world and enduring culture. Our mission is to decode change and navigate culture by connecting our sharp minds and smart data to unlock value for our clients. 

Our values, Accountability, Courage, Curiosity, Diversity & Inclusion & Excellence, enable us to Do Business Better and live out our vision and mission.

Porter Novelli is committed to building a team inclusive of all faiths, ethnicities, backgrounds, gender identities, sexual orientations, ages, physical abilities and cognitive styles. If you require any additional support to be at your best during our three-step interview process, just let us know.

Overview

We’re seeking a strategic and driven Senior Account Director (SAD) to lead corporate reputation and B2B communications for world-class brands within a dynamic global team. Our Corporate team boasts a roster of world-leading brands and B2B clients, which will give you the opportunity to hone your organisational, corporate storytelling and media relations skills.

We’re looking for someone with a background in corporate communications, crisis and issues experience and/or B2B tech chops who is looking to join a growing global team and really make their mark on several key accounts. This is a pivotal role in the team driving results for our clients, whilst maintaining strong links with journalist contacts and acts as the day-to-day point of contact for some core clients. Here we Grow! 

Key Responsibilities include:

Client Leadership & Portfolio Management

  • Manage a portfolio of corporate, issues management and B2B clients, acting as the primary day-to-day point of contact and trusted advisor.
  • Develop and deliver strategic communication plans and reputation management programmes that build and protect reputation equity.
  • Build trusted and valued relationships with client leads by providing insight and strategic corporate reputation counsel.
  • Ensure high standards of client service and campaign execution, with a focus on measurable outcomes and client feedback.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and developments relevant to clients.

Business Development & Commercial Growth

  • Support new business efforts, including responding to RFPs, pitching, and onboarding new clients.
  • Drive organic growth within existing accounts and identify opportunities for expansion.
  • Demonstrate commercial acumen in managing budgets and resources.
  • Work with client leads to identify opportunities for growth or collaboration across the wider PN / OPRG network.

Team Leadership & Development

  • Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.
  • Role model Porter Novelli values and behaviours, contributing to a positive team environment.
  • Support recruitment, retention, and development of talent.

Integrated Campaign Delivery

  • Collaborate with Porter Novelli Brand and Innovation Engine teams to deliver integrated campaigns that leverage horizontal capabilities.
  • Collaborate closely with analysts, strategists, creatives, and network partners to ensure best-in-class work and identify opportunities for growth.
  • Manage project timelines, delegate tasks, and ensure quality under pressure.

Culture & Values

  • Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of work.
  • Lead with a people-first mentality, valuing talent and kindness.
  • Contribute to a culture of belonging, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What you’ll need to succeed:

  • Prior experience managing large, complex accounts across multiple sectors and markets.
  • We’re looking for someone who embraces innovation—leveraging AI tools for smarter audience insights, trend forecasting, and content creation.
  • Understanding of the issues impacting clients and how to craft compelling stories based on these.
  • Curiosity and a desire to be on the front-foot of industry trends and the news agenda.
  • Experience of crisis and issues and reputation management.
  • A commitment to live our values (see above).
  • You’ll be a driver of coverage, seeking new ways to tell stories.
  • Proactive, excellent at taking initiative, and eager to learn.
  • You will be able to look at topics and issues from ‘a different angle’ to deliver impactful coverage.
  • Experience of managing client relationships with senior guidance.
  • Desire to manage and guide junior team members.
  • Willingness to go above and beyond, particularly during new business.
  • Adaptability: no day is the same at Porter Novelli!

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

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Apologies in advance but due to the volume of applications we receive we are unable to respond to every application individually. 

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