Senior Account Director

Senior Account Director – Public Affairs, Sustainability & Stakeholder Engagement

Location: London

Contract: Permanent

The Opportunity

Lead transformative campaigns that inspire behaviour change, raise public awareness, and create lasting societal and environmental impact.

A leading creative communications agency is seeking an experienced Senior Account Director to join its growing, collaborative team. This role involves working with purpose-driven clients, including charities, NGOs, and socially responsible businesses, to deliver high-impact public affairs campaigns that influence public behaviour, raise awareness, and support sustainability initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience across public affairs and sustainability campaigns, as well as a proven track record in stakeholder engagement. They should possess strong leadership skills, the ability to perform under pressure, and a genuine passion for using communication to drive positive change.

About the Agency

The agency is award-winning and specialises in supporting purpose-led organisations. Its mission is to empower clients to make a positive difference in society and the environment, placing purpose at the heart of every campaign. The team is ambitious, creative, and dedicated to creating attention-grabbing campaigns that inspire action and influence decision-makers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage account teams, overseeing delivery across multiple client accounts
• Build, maintain, and engage with key stakeholders, including politicians and influencers
• Develop and implement public affairs and sustainability strategies that drive behaviour change and raise awareness
• Track and report campaign progress through regular updates and reports
• Engage with media to amplify client messages
• Identify new business opportunities and contribute to proposals
• Support colleague development and provide strategic guidance

Requirements

• Minimum six years’ agency experience in public and corporate affairs, including sustainability‑focused campaigns
• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement across public, private, and third‑sector audiences
• Strong interest in politics, ideally with a parliamentary network
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong client management and leadership abilities
• Ability to thrive under pressure and deliver results
• Proactive, adaptable, and committed to learning and development
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave (excl. bank holidays) – increases to 28 after 3 years, 30 after 5 years; option to purchase extra holiday
• Hybrid working model: 3 days per week at the office
• Flexi‑hours and flexible working
• Funding for eye tests and flu vaccinations
• Life Assurance
• Permanent Health Insurance
• Private Medical Insurance, upgradable to cover family
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Shared Parental Leave
• 3‑month sabbatical after 3 years of service
• Employee Share Ownership Plan
• Personal and Company Pension Contribution
• Season ticket loan for travel
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Bonus scheme and recruitment bonus scheme
• Recognition awards
• Payroll giving – charitable donations through payroll
• Bursary scheme with awards up to £1,500 for training and development
• A wide range of social events and activities

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