About this role
Who we are:
Burson, part of WPP, 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.
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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More About The Role
We’re looking for an Account Manager to join our consumer team, working across a portfolio of lifestyle clients and delivering integrated, culturally relevant campaigns.
This role is ideal for someone from a consumer agency background, with strong pitching experience and a clear strength in either earned creative or social and influence. You’ll bring the ability to land ideas in culture, whether through standout earned moments or by activating the right creators and platforms to drive reach and relevance.
As an Account Manager, you’ll lead the day to day delivery of campaigns, bringing ideas to life across earned, social and influencer channels. Working closely with senior team members, you’ll help shape and deliver work that cuts through, while building strong media relationships and driving meaningful coverage.
It’s a hands on role with real ownership, where you’ll continue to develop your creative thinking, strategic capability and client management skills in a fast paced, supportive environment.
What You’ll Do
- Lead day to day account management, ensuring campaigns are delivered smoothly and on time
- Develop and execute PR plans, campaign strategies and content calendars
- Drive media pitching, bringing strong story angles and securing high quality coverage
- Bring ideas to life across earned, social and influencer campaigns
- Contribute to creative thinking and campaign development, with a focus on work that cuts through culturally
- Oversee content including press releases, pitches and social content
- Build and nurture relationships with media, influencers and key stakeholders
- Manage campaign trackers, reporting and account processes
- Support and mentor junior team members
- Contribute to new business and growth opportunities
Experience That Contributes To Success
- Experience in consumer lifestyle PR
- Strong pitching experience with a proven track record of securing coverage
- Strength in either earned creative or social and influence, with examples of work that has landed in culture
- Experience working in fast paced agency environments
- Strong writing and content development skills
- Confidence managing multiple workstreams and deadlines
- A proactive, creative and solutions focused mindset
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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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About Burson
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 .
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