Public Relations Account Director

Role : Account Director Location : Mumbai Brand Category : Consumer, Corporate Brands Overview Part of The Weber Shandwick Collective, we’re the earned-first global communications agency, led by world-class strategic thinkers and creative activators. We create shared and sustainable value for businesses, people, and society. We energize the right mix of talent, using the right platforms and latest technology to choreograph stories that make a real and meaningful impact for some of the world’s leading brands and businesses Our game-changing work is recognized by some of the most prestigious industry awards bodies, and we have won more than 135 Lions at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. We’re also PRWeek’s 2024 Global Agency of the Year as well as being listed on the Ad Age A-List 2024 and Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies 2024. More than ever, organizations need to solve for unprecedented challenges born of technology-driven disruption. We fuse global teams grounded in technology, digital innovation and analytics to help clients. As we live in an always-on world, our brand positioning reflects this need to engage with our always-on audience, just as we advise our clients to do. We inspire. We incite. We shape ideas and conversations, and we activate our global reach for local causes and multinational brands alike, and we’re always ready for more problems to solve. Our Values CURIOSITY – We cultivate curiosity and challenge convention. Because solving any problem begins by asking the right questions. INCLUSION – We foster teams and environments built on belonging and openness to possibility. Because the best ideas have no bias. COURAGE – We stand up for what we believe in. Because being comfortable with the uncomfortable is how progress is made. IMPACT – We strive to make a meaningful difference in everything we do. Because we owe it to our people, or clients and the world. About the opportunity : What will you do? Lead / manage multiple client programs for Consumer brands - Hospitality, Alcobev, International Tourism, Consumer Tech Facilitate cross-functional team integration Manage client expectations and be seen as a strategic leader by clients Mentor and train junior team members. You will be a good fit if you... Possess 8 + years’ work experience, preferably in a PR agency - understanding of brands in the categories of Consumer or Corporate brands Possess project management capability and business acumen Are good at networking, negotiation, coordination and possess organization abilities Are an analytical thinker and can formulate insights Can effectively build internal and external relationships. Note from the team At IPG : We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. Personal data held by IPG relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website.