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Feb/March 2012

 

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ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE - CONSULTANCY - LONDON - COMPETITIVE SALARY

A major communications consultancy, based in London, with offices in Brussels, seeks an ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE to join their respected public affairs and government relations team.

With a strong knowledge of the UK governmental scene, gained either working in the House of Commons or a public affairs consultancy role, the successful candidate will work across a range of significant clients working in a team environment under highly experienced leadership. Excellent presentation and written skills are essential.

A good working knowledge of the Conservative Party would be helpful but is not essential.

Interviewing is now taking place. If you would like to be considered please forward your CV, which will be treated in strictest confidence, to steveatack@aol.com

DIRECTOR (STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS) LONDON BASED – EXCELLENT SALARY PACKAGE AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Director Level, for a versatile, strategic comms/media relations professional to join the busy London office of a major media and entertainment group, specialising in television format creation, production, distribution and strategic communications.

Reporting to the Executive Vice-President, this demanding role will suit a highly motivated and organised individual, who is both a team player and a self-starter,   used to managing a busy team and a very diverse client portfolio at high level. He/she will have exceptional communication skills (both oral and written) and significant experience in strategic planning, able to effectively deliver new business proposals on time and on budget and demonstrate acute understanding of all branches of media, from print and broadcast to online.  New business development desirable with the ability to grow existing business essential.

The Director will need to have a broad and versatile background, and will be the Account Director working on a very wide client portfolio that includes senior high-level consultancy, at government level and for 'not for profit' leaders, as well as working on accounts for national, regional and local governments and a broad mix of companies in different sectors including technology, finance, transport and consumer goods.

The successful candidate will have proven client handling skills at a senior level, be computer-literate (Powerpoint and Word), and be adept in research, media monitoring, all aspects of media relations and event management, and have significant experience in running major accounts (including budget control and managing a junior account team) gained either in-house or in consultancy (minimum 5 years).

Exceptional written English is a prerequisite (pref. native speaker) with other languages desirable. Some international travel (including Asia and the Middle East) will be part of this role, which is based in Central London.

Attractive salary and package with excellent career prospects.

Interested candidates should email their CV, which will be treated in the strictest confidence to steveatack@aol.com

SENIOR GOVERNMENT RELATIONS MANAGER

Banking/ Financial Services – London – Competitive Salary & Generous Package

An exciting and challenging opportunity has arisen to join one of the world's leading financial institutions as Senior Government Relations Manager, within its London headquarters.

He/she will need to be a graduate with excellent project management skills and a keen eye for detail to help lead on major thought leadership programmes, devising high profile events and significant launch platforms for new initiatives, with associated research aligned to this major financial organisation's business strategy. Working closely with the senior management team to influence business, think tanks and key decision makers, the Senior Government Relations Manager will need to have the presence to work and interface with senior business and political figures on key issues, having had a strong political background gained either within a parliamentary, central government or agency environment. In addition, he/she will be an excellent communicator (both oral and written), be politically astute and able to support briefings for possible future political enquiries and also have significant financial services/banking awareness and experience.

An attractive salary and associated package commensurate with experience is offered for this position. Interested candidates should submit their CV, which will be treated in strictest confidence, to steveatack@aol.com

ACCOUNT DIRECTOR – ACCOUNT MANAGER AND ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS & MEDIA RELATIONS CONSULTANCY – LONDON – COMPETITIVE SALARIES

A well established and respected communications consultancy with a strong international client base and approach, is looking to expand its Strategic Communications team with the appointment of three further executives.

Sound analytical thinkers, strong communications abilities – both written and oral, an international outlook and consultancy experience, possibly gained in the public affairs consultancy sector, are requirements for all three roles.

Interested candidates please submit your CV, which will be treated in the strictest confidence, to steveatack@aol.com

SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE (STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS) BASED LONDON – HIGHLY COMPETITIVE SALARY

An exciting opportunity at Senior Account Executive level has arisen, for a versatile, strategic comms/media relations professional to join the busy London office of a major media and entertainment group specialising in television format creation, production, distribution and strategic communications.

Reporting to the Director of Strategic Communications, the Senior Account Executive will be a highly motivated, culturally sensitive and sophisticated self-starter with the sufficient gravitas and ability to deal with high level clients and respond to very demanding briefs with speed, creativity and skill. An excellent communicator (both oral and written) with exceptional command of English essential, the successful candidate will be a team player with proven research, media monitoring and presentation abilities, and have highly developed computer skills, particularly in Powerpoint and Word.

He/she will be adept in all aspects of media relations, capable of handling the logistics for major client events and being the 'engine room' on a very wide client portfolio that includes senior high-level work, from PMs and Presidents to CEOs and 'not for profit' leaders, as well as working on accounts for national, regional and local governments, development agencies, and companies working in technology, consumer goods, finance and transport.

A good grasp of PR and Marketing, with a flair for presentation gained either in-house or in consultancy (minimum of three years previous experience) will be essential for this challenging and exciting role. Other languages desirable but perfect spoken and written English (pref. native speaker) is a prerequisite.

Based Central London with an attractive salary and package, with excellent career prospects.

To submit your application please send your CV, which will be treated in confidence, to steveatack@aol.com

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS MANAGER

Banking/Financial Services – London – Generous Salary & Competitive Package

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join one of the world's leading financial institutions as Government Relations Manager, within its London headquarters.

He/she will be a part of a dynamic team managing the central and regional parliamentary and government contact programmes as well as devising and implementing creative strategies to promote positive awareness of the organisation, addressing any potential criticism before it arises and working closely with business to leverage and communicate key initiatives.

The successful candidate will need to be a graduate (ideally in a related field), have a political background either within a parliamentary, central government or agency environment, be an excellent communicator (both oral and written with, especially, good speech writing skills) be very much a self starter and have some financial services/banking awareness and experience. 

An attractive salary and associated package is offered for this position. Candidates who have relevant experience should submit their CV, which will be treated in the strictest confidence, to steveatack@aol.com  

SENIOR MANAGEMENT ROLE - CONSULTANCY – MAJOR ASIAN CAPITAL - EXCELLENT SALARY AND STRONG PACKAGE

A rare career opportunity for an experienced senior public affairs and communications Director to play a significant role in the development of an established consultancy, part of a major world PR and PA Group, the position being based in the Asia region.

With expertise in handling clients at the very highest level, including governments, as well as people management and budgetary skills, the role offers a splendid opportunity for someone wishing to develop their Asian experience or carve out a niche in this stimulating market place.

Robust personal communication skills, powerful writing ability and a highly diplomatic approach are all elements of this challenging task. To be able to lead a dedicated team, from the front, is essential.

Interested parties should forward their CV, which will be treated in absolute confidence, to the client's international executive search advisor Steve Atack at steveatack@aol.com

Interviewing is currently taking place for this live appointment.

SENIOR CONSULTANCY MANAGEMENT ROLE - PRAGUE - MAJOR CONSULTANCY GROUP - COMPETITIVE SALARY AND PACKAGE

A significant opportunity has arisen to play a central role in the management of a well established communications and public affairs consultancy group's office in Prague.

Managing a large team of consultants, with a strong public affairs element, the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate powerful client handling skills, at the most senior level, people management abilities and strong budgetary and new business acumen.

Candidates will have deep experience of the consultancy world and a good understanding of the Czech and Slovak political and governmental landscape.

Those interested should submit their CV's, which will be treated in strictest confidence, to steveatack@aol.com

Interviewing for this important role is now taking place.

ACCOUNT DIRECTOR - FINANCIAL SERVICES - CONSULTANCY - BRUSSELS

A respected and long established independent public affairs consultancy, with offices in Brussels, London and Dublin, seeks to appoint a further ACCOUNT DIRECTOR to its highly experienced European consultancy team.

The new Account Director will ideally have experience across a range of disciplines but a strong knowledge of the financial services sector is highly desirable.

Based in Brussels, the role comes with a highly competitive salary and package. Interviewing is now taking place.

Interested candidates should submit their CV, which will be treated in the strictest of confidence, to steveatack@aol.com

DIRECTOR – EUROPEAN HEALTHCARE PRACTICE – CONSULTANCY – BRUSSELS

EXCELLENT BASIC SALARY PLUS GENEROUS PACKAGE

A rare opportunity has arisen to join one of the world's leading global strategic communications and public affairs consultancies as Director of their Brussels Healthcare practice.

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Director will spearhead new business development within the health care sector and help to mold the European practice strategy within the B2B, BC2, Public Affairs and disease awareness arenas. They will be able to lead complex client accounts within Brussels and across Europe and partner on global assignments as required within the global health care practice. This opportunity requires a dynamic, self-motivated individual who can be 'hands on' with tactical project elements, and has the vision and skill to grow the European health care practice. The Director needs to have professional presence and gravitas, be a superb organiser, with proven skills to provide strategic counsel on the health care sector, to both clients and internal colleagues within the consultancy network.

With an ability to identify and close new business opportunities both locally and globally, the Director will have analytical and strategic planning skills, be an excellent communicator (oral and written) able to manage complex client accounts, maintain relationships with influential members of the media, government or community as appropriate, manage budgets, demonstrate excellent people management skills, develop media strategies, have a ssignificant knowledge and experience of working at a senior strategic level on European health client and policy related issues, with a proven track record of new business development and have essential previous agency experience at Director level, with a European/Global outlook and astute understanding of this sector.

Excellent salary and generous package commensurate with experience.

Interviewing is now taking place. Interested parties should forward their curriculum vitae, which will be treated in the strictest confidence, to steveatack@aol.com

ASSOCIATE MANAGER HEALTHCARE - CONSULTANCY – BRUSSELS

STRONG BASIC SALARY AND GENEROUS PACKAGE

An excellent opportunity has arisen to join one of the world's leading global strategic communications and public affairs consultancies as Associate Manager, within its Brussels Healthcare practice.

The Associate Manager will lead client projects independently as well as provide essential tactical support to the Healthcare Director. The successful candidate will be an experienced senior account manager within this field, who can demonstrate significant proven experience in a Public Affairs and Communications environment and add real value to the growth of this core practice now going forward. The role may also suit a professional with Consumer Goods experience.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting edge client issues, lead local and interoffice client projects as well as to work as an integral member of a diverse and dedicated team of consultants. The Associate Manager will interface with clients and consult with them regarding project issues, make recommendations as to the strategies that should be used to achieve client goals, and inform senior management of upcoming or current issues on accounts. In addition, he/she would be required to show demonstrated strategic and tactical abilities, strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to monitor media to identify new business opportunities. The Associate Manager also has responsibility for managing, developing and conducting the performance appraisals of staff at Senior Associate Level and below, be adept a budgetary development and control and play a key role in the execution of the company business plan, participating in the decision-making process.

An Undergraduate degree in a related field will be essential and post graduate qualification desirable, with proven consultancy experience to a senior account manager level in a Public Affairs and Communications or NGO environment in developing and running EU / pan-European Public Affairs and Communications programs. Healthcare sector knowledge and experience essential with a strong EU institutional background and/or understanding and network.

Fluent written and spoken English essential  with at least one additional language preferred.

Excellent salary with generous benefits package, commensurate with experience. 

Interviewing is now taking place. Interested parties should forward their curriculum vitae, which will be treated in the strictest confidence, to steveatack@aol.com

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT – CONSULTANCY – BRUSSELS

GENEROUS BASIC SALARY AND PACKAGE

One of the world's leading global strategic communications and public affairs consultancies seek to appoint an Associate Director to join their energy and environmental team.

Based in Brussels and with particular expertise and interest in the energy, environment and renewable sectors, this exciting role offers the opportunity to work on cutting edge client issues, lead local and inter-office client projects as well as to work as an integral member of a diverse and dedicated team of consultants, for one of the largest global communications and public affairs companies in the world. 

The candidate needs to be a highly motivated and dynamic individual, able to show strategic and tactical abilities, strong written and oral communication skills and be able to identify new business opportunities via skilled media monitoring and through a developed network of personal contacts in the field.  In addition, a good grasp of budgetary control and being able to work as part of a team and particularly being able to mentor junior staff, will be required. The Associate Manager also has responsibility for managing, developing and conducting the performance appraisals of staff, at Senior Associate Level and below, and plays a key role in the execution of the company business plan, managing the practice and participating in the decision-making process. The Associate Director will be skilled in finding new business development opportunities and be able to astutely monitor business/government issues

An undergraduate degree in a related field, with energy and environmental sector knowledge and experience, will be essential, together with a strong EU institutional background and/or understanding and proven experience to senior account manager level in either a Public Affairs, Communications or NGO/academic environment (or all three). Fluent written and spoken English essential with at least one additional language, French or German preferred.

Excellent salary and generous package available, commensurate with experience.

Interviewing is now taking place. Interested parties should forward their curriculum vitae, which will be treated in the strictest confidence, to steveatack@aol.com

DIRECTOR, HEALTH PRACTICE  - CONSULTANCY – LONDON

FIRST CLASS BASIC SALARY AND GENEROUS PACKAGE

An important opportunity has arisen to join one of the world's leading global strategic communications and public affairs consultancies as Director of their London Healthcare practice.

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Director will spearhead new business development within the health care sector and help to mold the European practice strategy within the B2B and product arena. They will be able to lead complex client accounts within the UK and Europe and partner on global assignments as required within the global health care practice. This opportunity requires a dynamic, self-motivated individual who can be 'hands on' with tactical project elements, and has the vision and skill to grow the European health care practice. The Director needs to have professional presence and gravitas, with proven skills to provide strategic counsel on the health care sector, to both clients and internal colleagues within the consultancy network.

With an ability to identify and close new business opportunities both locally and globally, the Director will have analytical and strategic planning skills, be an excellent communicator (oral and written) able to maintain relationships with influential members of the media, government or community as appropriate, manage budgets, demonstrate excellent people management skills, develop media strategies, have a significant knowledge and experience of working on health and health care products on a regional and/or UK level account, with proven track record of new business development and have essential previous agency experience at Director level, with a European/Global outlook and astute understanding of this sector.

Excellent salary and generous package commensurate with experience.

Interviewing is now taking place. Interested parties should forward their curriculum vitae, which will be treated in the strictest confidence, to steveatack@aol.com

SENIOR COUNTRY MANAGER

CORPORATE COMMS/ PUBLIC AFFAIRS  (MEXICO) Competitive Salary and Package

 

A unique opportunity has arisen for an accomplished and suitably qualified Public Affairs and Corporate Communications professional to build and manage a new office in Mexico for a highly respected international consultancy now developing its business throughout Latin America.

The successful candidate will be a dynamic, passionate and enthusiastic individual who will have the ability to grow and develop the business, identify and win new business, recruit, manage and motivate a strong local team, build an effective business network and maintain overall responsibility for local client relationships, while at the same time retaining and growing the business from existing clients.

He/she will be an excellent communicator (oral and written) with fluent Spanish desirable (or a willingness to become so, essential). In addition, the role requires the effective mentoring and motivation of junior staff and the efficient management and control of budgets and invoicing, with ultimate responsibility for profit and loss.

This is effectively a local business start-up and proven ability in delivering high-end corporate and public affairs work including issues management and transactional support, together with dynamic new business development skills are a must.

 

The ideal candidate will have exceptional leadership qualities, with proven and significant experience to senior managerial level in a public affairs consultancy.  He/she will be resilient, focussed and results driven, capable of delivering to targets and willing to commit for the long term in a very demanding role in this challenging and emerging market.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of one Latin America’s leading consultancies from the ground floor up. Exceptional potential for personal growth, together with a competitive remuneration package is available.    

Interviewing is now taking place. Interested parties should forward their curriculum vitae, which will be treated in the strictest confidence, to steveatack@aol.com

SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER/DIRECTOR - PUBLIC AFFAIRS/MEDIA RELATIONS CONSULTANCY - BRUSSELS.   Highly Competitive Salary and Package

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an accomplished and experienced Public Affairs and Strategic Communications Practitioner at Senior Account Manager/Account Director level, to join the Brussels-based team of this dynamic, recently established consultancy.

Assuming the day-to-day responsibility for major client accounts, comprising leading blue-chip companies, trade associations and multi-stakeholder initiatives and to help grow the business, the ideal candidate will have at least 5 years’ experience in both public affairs and media relations, either in consultancy, in-house, a relevant institution or a mixture thereof.  Seniority and length of professional experience is secondary to talent, but a previous agency background is preferred.

The Account Director will have excellent communications skills (oral and written) and proven, strong relationships with both Brussels-based media and a mature Brussels network. He/She will also have substantial public affairs experience in one or more of the following sectors, ideally including financial services – food, consumer policy, advertising and media, environment and pharmaceuticals.

The successful candidate will be a personable, highly motivated and flexible self-starter, a quick thinker with intellectual depth, curiosity and an eye for detail, combining political and communications knowledge with business acumen. He/she should be an English speaker (completely fluent) together with at least one other EU language.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a young, dynamic and creative agency that has managed to grow quickly, while establishing a reputation for excellent value-added service. Exceptional potential for strong company and personal growth, together with a competitive remuneration package is available.    

Interviewing is now taking place. Interested parties should forward their curriculum vitae, which will be treated in the strictest confidence,  to steveatack@aol.com

DIRECTOR – PUBLIC AFFAIRS & STRATEGIC COUNSEL CONSULTANCY – SINGAPORE – HIGHLY COMPETITIVE BASIC SALARY AND GENEROUS PACKAGE

A major force in public affairs and public relations consultancy throughout Asia seeks to make a senior consultancy appointment in Singapore.

The successful applicant will have gained their experience within a senior consultancy or in-house public affairs role within Asia and will be expected to play a pivotal role in the development of an already highly successful consultancy group of global renown.

Well rounded management skills, together with strong business acumen are key criteria for this significant appointment.

A significant salary package is in place.

Highly qualified candidates should contact steveatack@aol.com – all communication will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

SENIOR DIRECTOR – CONSULTANCY – BEIIJING – HIGHLY COMPETITIVE SALARY AND PACKAGE

A leading force in global consultancy seeks to appoint a highly experienced SENIOR DIRECTOR with expertise in providing strategic counsel and public affairs consultancy at the highest levels to major international corporations and organisations.

Experience of China is essential, as are the abilities to manage a large team of consultants, control budgets, recruit staff and make a significant contribution to the development of what is already a thriving business.

Interviewing is now taking place. Interested candidates should forward their resume, which will be treated in strictest confidence, to steveatack@aol.com

DIRECTOR, PUBLIC AFFAIRS ARM OF A UK CONSULTANCY – LONDON – SIGNIFICANT SALARY PLUS PACKAGE

The London headquarters of a major global consultancy group are seeking to make a Director level/Senior Consultant appointment to work within their strong public affairs practice.

With at least five to seven years working in the public affairs arena, ideally in consultancy, the successful applicant will bring a successful track record of dealing with clients at the highest levels and a strong working knowledge of Conservative politics in the UK.

A basic salary and package, which will be highly competitive, will be tailored to the successful candidate’s experience.

Interested parties should forward their curriculum vitae, which will be treated in complete confidence, to steveatack@aol.com

Senior Associate  for  Global Strategic Communications and Public Affairs Consultancy. Based BRUSSELS. - Salary circa EUR 55-60k + bonus + generous package + car

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a good, experienced Public Affairs Practitioner with proven track record and excellent communication skills, wishing to now build their career within one of the world's top consultancies.  

Providing support of client projects as part of a team, via media monitoring, analytical research, producing written materials and co-ordinating client meetings and events, the Senior Associate (equivalent to Senior Account Manager) will be responsible for developing communication plans, managing client relationships, developing new business and developing client budgets.

He/she will be able to demonstrate good tactical abilities and have excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to interface with all levels of staff and clients, regarding a diverse range of projects.

A minimum 5 years experience working within a consultancy environment or in-house, with a first-hand knowledge of the EU and related European institutions is required.

Fluent written and spoken English essential, plus at least one other EU language.  Fluent French would be an advantage. A competitive salary is offered plus benefits package.

Please forward your curriculum vitae, which will be treated in strictest confidence, to our executive search consultant - steveatack@aol.com

SENIOR CONSULTANT/ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR – PUBLIC AFFAIRS CONSULTANCY – HEALTHCARE SPECIALIST – LONDON – GENEROUS BASIC SALARY AND PACKAGE

A leading global force in PR and PUBLIC AFFAIRS CONSULTANCY are seeking to appoint a senior healthcare public affairs consultant to play a significant role in our respected and established healthcare and pharmaceutical practice. The role will be based in the group’s London office.

With at least five to seven years consultancy or in-house experience gained in a healthcare or pharmaceutical role, the successful candidate will manage a motivated and highly able team working on an excellent client list of major healthcare players.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director of the public affairs division, the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate sound management skills, strong budgetary abilities, a focused and thoughtful leadership and people management approach and a thirst for new business generation.

A generous basic salary, bonus and package are to hand for the exceptional candidate sought.

Those wishing to apply should forward a CV which will be treated in absolute confidence to  steveatack@aol.com

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR/DIRECTOR – LEADING UK CONSULTANCY - LONDON - £65-£75k plus excellent remuneration package

One of the leading forces in public affairs consultancy in London is seeking to add to its experienced and respected management team, an additional Associate Director/Director level practitioner.

A generalist consultancy professional, having gained your experience in a senior consultancy role within a serious public affairs consultancy player, you will be looking for a challenge that exposes you to client handling at a significant management level, immediate involvement in the management team and the opportunity to contribute, together with colleagues, to the on-going and highly successful new business development of this established consultancy which possesses one of the finest client lists of any UK consultancy.

Interviewing is now taking place and candidates should submit their curriculum vitae, which will be respected in strictest confidence, to steveatack@aol.com

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