BLUE Communications is looking for a talented and hungry Account Manager with a fast-paced, creative approach to join its Oxford office.
BLUE is the leading global PR and communications consultancy for the shipping and marine, energy and offshore industries. Clients include Sir Richard Branson’s Carbon War Room, the UK Hydrographic Office, Castrol, International Paint, United Arab Shipping Company and Parker Hannifin.
A young, dynamic and growing company, this position offers significant opportunities for long-term career development and international travel. Applicants should be ambitious self-starters, prepared to work in an entrepreneurial environment, both independently and as a key member of the BLUE team. Supported by colleagues with decades of high-level industry and communications experience, the successful candidate will manage a variety of global accounts.
Impressive writing skills are essential, as is a talent for fostering strong client relationships, managing strategic, multi-faceted communications programmes, as well as having a detailed understanding of media mechanics – both traditional and social / digital. The ability to grasp complex subjects quickly is also paramount.
With strong corporate and B2B credentials and real enthusiasm for shaping communications, this candidate will have at least three years PR / communications experience, ideally in an agency environment.
Amie Pascoe, BLUE Director, commented: “This is a tremendous opportunity for the right candidate. BLUE continues to grow and the need to further expand our team is testament to our success in delivering impactful communications programmes and valued strategic counsel to some of the biggest names in the shipping and marine, energy and offshore industries.”
Interested candidates should submit a CV and covering letter to Amie Pascoe at amie@blue-comms.com. The closing date for applications is 6 March 2015.
