PR Senior Account Director

PR Senior Account Director | Travel Team

Location:

London (hybrid working, 2-3 days in office)

Contract Type: 1 year fixed term

Contract Dates:
July 2026
-July 2027

Bacchus is an independent, female-founded, global communications agency. For over 25 years, Bacchus has built brands at the intersection of culture and commerce: igniting conversations, focusing the spotlight and creating legacy. Operating from an international network across 7 global locations (London, New York, Miami, Los Angeles, Dubai, Riyadh, Doha), Bacchus delivers a new standard of excellence for clients at the forefront of luxury and innovation.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Account Director to join the team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role will lead a portfolio of client accounts, providing strategic direction, senior client counsel and strong team leadership to deliver high-impact PR and influencer campaigns. You will play a key role in shaping client strategy, driving media results, mentoring team members and contributing to new business opportunities across the agency.

• Significant experience in PR and communications, ideally within a communications agency.
• Proven ability to lead client accounts and deliver successful PR campaigns.
• Strong media and influencer network.
• Excellent writing, editing and presentation skills.
• Confident client manager with strong commercial awareness.
• A collaborative leader who enjoys mentoring and developing teams.

• Lead senior relationships across a portfolio of clients, acting as a trusted strategic advisor.
• Oversee the delivery of PR and influencer campaigns, ensuring objectives and KPIs are met.
• Provide clear strategic direction to account teams and ensure projects are delivered on time and to a high standard.
• Review and approve client-facing materials including reports, presentations and press materials.
• Manage client issues confidently and act as a senior escalation point when required.

• Maintain and grow strong relationships with top-tier media and influencer contacts.
• Secure high-impact press coverage and identify creative campaign opportunities.
• Develop compelling press materials, pitches and strategic campaign ideas.
• Monitor industry trends and lead brainstorming sessions to generate innovative ideas for clients.
• Ensure award opportunities and key deadlines are identified and delivered.
• Provide leadership, mentoring and guidance to junior and mid-level team members.
• Support the development and performance of the account team, helping to build skills and confidence.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment while ensuring high standards of delivery.
• Work closely with senior leadership to review performance, share updates and identify opportunities.
• 24 days holiday plus UK bank holidays, plus Christmas office shutdown and one additional day's holiday entitlement per year served, capped at five days
• 10% commission on any fees introduced to the company
• Team events including a summer and Christmas social
• Monthly team drinks and lunches
• Access to an EAP which offers free counselling sessions