Overview

PR Account Director / Senior Account Director

Location: London

Salary: From £55,000 to £70,000, depending on experience

Do you live and breathe PR? Does the idea of landing top-tier media coverage, building standout campaigns, and mentoring rising talent fill you with energy? If so, we want to meet you.

Flame is an award-winning, independent PR agency celebrating 21 years at the forefront of the industry. We’re on the hunt for a tenacious, inspiring, and commercially minded Account Director or above to join our senior team. You’ll be working across a mix of leading B2B and B2C tech clients—from bold start-ups to global game changers.

This is more than a leadership role; it’s an opportunity to shape the future of an ambitious, respected agency. You’ll thrive here if you’re someone who brings fire and focus to every conversation, takes pride in delivering results, and has a passion for both storytelling and strategy.

Who You Are

• A proactive force of nature with an exceptional black book of media contacts and a deep understanding of what makes a story land.
• A confident business winner, comfortable in pitch rooms and proactive in spotting growth opportunities.
• A strategic operator who’s also happy to roll up their sleeves - whether that’s crafting a killer press release, leading a pitch, or coaching junior talent in a media training session.
• Organised, dependable, and forward-thinking - able to juggle multiple priorities while always keeping your eye on the bigger picture.
• A natural relationship-builder who shows up to client meetings with results that speak volumes - and ideas to take accounts even further.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Acting as the senior lead across a portfolio of clients, ensuring consistently high standards and standout delivery.
• Developing cutting-edge media hooks and compelling narratives that generate real impact.
• Cultivating meaningful relationships with journalists, influencers, and potential new business leads.
• Partnering with the senior team to identify, shape, and win new business opportunities.
• Mentoring, motivating, and managing junior team members, helping them thrive and grow.
• Championing Flame’s values and brand, both internally and externally.

What You Bring to the Table

• A proven track record in B2B and/or B2C tech PR, ideally at Senior Account Manager level or above.
• Outstanding media relations skills, and the confidence to go beyond the press release to spark conversation.
• Leadership skills that inspire confidence, nurture talent, and drive commercial success.
• A collaborative mindset with a hunger to push boundaries and set new standards for excellence.

Benefits

• Fully flexible working
• Work from anywhere for one week each year
• Monthly mobile phone allowance
• Leisure fund to spend on gym, Netflix, or other personal perks
• Extra day off for moving house or your child’s first day of school
• Access to our Flame Financial Advisor
• Plus more thoughtful benefits you won’t find elsewhere

This is your chance to take the next bold step in your PR career, working with a smart, passionate, and supportive team. If you\'re excited by the challenge and ready to make your mark - we want to hear from you.