Shape the conversation on the energy issues that matter most. CK Recruit is supporting its client, a leading public affairs specialist, in the search for a Senior Account Manager with proven expertise in energy media relations.
Role overview
This is an opportunity to take a role in a high-impact public affairs environment, advising clients on complex energy issues, strengthening reputations and delivering media strategies that achieve meaningful outcomes.
Key responsibilities
- Translate complex energy, political and regulatory developments into clear advice, practical recommendations and robust communications strategies.
- Develop and deliver proactive media plans, identify opportunities for profile-building and secure high-quality coverage across relevant national, trade and specialist outlets.
- Help clients build, protect and strengthen their reputations through consistent positioning, credible storytelling and thoughtful stakeholder engagement.
- Support clients during complex or high-pressure situations, bringing sound judgement, discretion and a calm, solutions-focused approach.
- Produce and oversee briefings, press materials, statements, opinion pieces, key messages and other high-quality content.
- Build strong journalist relationships, generate newsworthy angles and respond effectively to fast-moving developments.
- Work closely with colleagues to develop integrated public affairs and communications programmes, share insight and support high standards of delivery.
Candidate profile
- Strong understanding of energy-sector media, news agendas and the wider policy and political landscape.
- An excellent writer and confident communicator who can make complex subjects accessible and engaging.
- Experience working in consultancy environment
- Experience developing integrated campaigns that combine media relations with wider public affairs activity.