Account Executive/Senior Account Executive (Strategic Communications and Public Affairs)

Account Executive/Senior Account Executive (Strategic Communications and Public Affairs)

Red Flag

Brussels, Belgium

Red Flag Global is recruiting an Account Executive or Senior Account Executive (Strategic Communications and Public Affairs) to support our growing EU and international client base.

Red Flag Global is a strategic communications and campaigns agency with offices in Brussels, Dublin, London, Washington DC and Cape Town. We have developed, driven and won campaigns for some of the world’s leading companies, trade associations and coalitions because we understand how policies are made and how communications works.

Red Flag’s campaigners are recognised as amongst the most creative, diligent and dedicated consultants in our industry, and we work hand-in-hand with the most interesting and exciting clients to conceive and execute multi-disciplinary and innovative campaigns that win.

We seek like-minded, energetic and motivated candidates to join our talented team of former politicians, journalists, government advisers, digital specialists, executives and experts.

What you’ll do

Account Executives are vitally important to Red Flag. They are the backbone of the company and provide invaluable support to account teams and clients through smart monitoring, research and drafting of advocacy and strategic communications materials.

Red Flag’s Account Executives:

• Execute and monitor strategic communications and public affairs on behalf of our clients;
• Engage with journalists, policymakers and other stakeholders to advance client interests, including drafting press releases, organising events and coordinating meetings;
• Monitor and analyse coverage (traditional and digital media) of client and prospective client issues;
• Provide analysis on the content, sentiment and implications of debates across policy fora and platforms;
• Identify opportunities for new business development in cooperation with senior staff;
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and client expectations are exceeded.

What we want

• 1-2 years of public relations or political experience;
• An interest in politics and a good understanding of how the EU institutions work;
• Strong writing skills (ability to write press releases, communications plans, speaking points, social media content, etc.); ability to understand and write clearly about technical subjects;
• Comfortable communicating with senior colleagues, clients and stakeholders;
• Media relations experience and media skills/contacts preferred;
• Interest in digital communications and experience working with social media tools are desirable;
• Excellent communication and organisational skills as well as the ability to prioritise and multi-task in a creative, challenging and fast-paced work environment;
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment;
• A proactive approach and a sense of initiative.

What we offer

Red Flag prides itself on being an industry-leading employer that drives innovative thinking, fosters collaboration and secures results. We have an established policy of promoting from within and provide a staff development programme and clear pathways to promotion, as well as generous staff benefits and incentives.

We offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits including an attractive annual bonus scheme;
• Hybrid working model;
• On-boarding buddy system;
• Mentorship and training;
• International travel may be required.

Candidates should submit a CV and cover letter, detailing all relevant experience and outlining what they can bring to Red Flag by 5pm on Wednesday 4^th September 2024. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity and inclusivity. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, pregnancy or maternity, marital/civil partnership status, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation, gender or gender reassignment, disability or race.

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