Senior Account Manager / Account Director role at RNN Communications
Here’s the thing…we are anything but average.
We’re unconventional, try new things, go with our gut, and we’re bold and brave. We’re not for everyone but if this sounds like the kind of comms agency that appeals to you, keep on reading!
We work in the office at least three days per week, with one day at home. We’re flexible, promise, but believe in team energy and collaboration, therefore you must be willing, and want to work in an office environment Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday weekly.
For this position, you will be required to work from home (or in the office, should you choose) on a Friday. Mondays are your ‘day off’ – but this must be flexible, dependent on client requirements and workloads - it is not a given.
A variation of this working arrangement is not possible due to other team arrangements.
We’re based in Ballynahinch so please do be mindful of this when applying.
Key to being successful in your application / this role is that:
- You enjoy the hustle - you’re happy to be out and about, securing new business, leading client accounts, and are confident in your abilities
- You have experience in corporate communications, and ideally, a proven track record in tendering
This could be your time to shine at RNN - and to really make your mark.
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Reporting to the MD, you'll be a key player in RNN Communications' success and growth. You’ll lead the charge in client services, build strong relationships, pitch exciting projects, and ensure everything runs smoothly and profitably.
You'll juggle leadership and hands-on project management, making you essential to our team. You'll embody our agency's values, ensuring we deliver on our promises to clients.
Read on to find out more about the role…
Key Points and Requirements:
- Ambition & Decision-Making: You are driven, make swift decisions, and are committed to growth.
- Client Management: Experience in managing client relationships, the delivery of integrated campaigns and strong contacts are essential.
- New Business: Experience to focus on new business development.
- Creative & Agile: You prefer a dynamic work environment over a 9-5 desk job.
- Flexibility: Based in Ballynahinch, Co. Down, with travel across Ireland. We work a four-day week (but are paid for five) with occasional five-day weeks.
- Team Spirit: You are fun, thrive in energetic environments, and want to make a mark in a brave and bold agency that values its people!
Responsibilities:
- Client Relations: Develop and maintain strong client relationships, pitch for new business, and ensure clients are updated on progress.
- Media Relations: Monitor media, maintain press relationships, and manage media activities.
- Communications: Generate written materials, present to various audiences, and ensure high attention to detail in all communications.
- Business Delivery: Passion for PR, understand client industries, engage in innovative research, and draft strategies for client programmes.
- Leadership: Provide clear direction, guidance and support to junior team members and cross-functional colleagues.
- Strategy: Develop and contribute to strategic plans that will help clients achieve their goals.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Essential:
- Degree-level qualification (e.g. PR, Communications, Marketing, CAM).
- Experience in PR client/service delivery, ideally in an agency environment
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite and relevant software
- Preferred:
- Experience in corporate communications
- Tendering experience
- 3+ years as an Account Manager.
- 6+ years in PR.
Skills & Abilities:
- Communications: Excellent presentation skills, a willingness to speak publicly during presentations and pitches, attention to detail, and ability to provide feedback.
- Planning: Strong organisational skills and ability to adapt to changing priorities.
- Creativity: Inspire and encourage idea generation within the team.
- Teamwork: Supportive, demonstrating team values, and developing junior team members.
- Professionalism: Composed, excellent brand ambassador, and high-quality assurance standards.
- Leadership: Clear direction, strong decision-making, and support cross-functional teams.
- Professional Development: Commitment to personal growth and continuous improvement.
Other Points:
- Travel: This role may require travel within Ireland and occasionally, outside of Ireland.
- Flexibility: Attendance at events and activities, including evenings and weekends, as required.
Benefits
At RNN Communications, we believe in rewarding hard work with fantastic benefits that make life more enjoyable and balanced. Here’s what you can look forward to:
- Four-Day Work Week: Enjoy a long weekend every week! Work four days and get paid for five. That’s an extra 40+ days off per year – talk about work-life balance!
- A growth-centred culture: we don’t know it all and are always open to learning more - we operate a culture of continuous improvement.
- Salary: We offer a competitive salary that recognises your skills and experience.
- Bonuses: Earn new business bonuses, annual bonuses, and more.
- Fun & Creative Environment: Be part of a vibrant, energetic team where creativity and fun are at the heart of everything we do.
- Travel Opportunities: Work across Ireland with opportunities to travel and experience new places.
- Career Growth: Be part of a bold and brave agency that values your ambition and supports your professional development.
Join us at RNN and be a part of a team that values creativity, flexibility, and fun.
Deadline: Fri 12th September 2025
If you have any questions or wish to apply for the role, please email: sinead@rnncommunications.com
