Account Manager

Sydney, Australia Business unit: Ogilvy PR Team: Consumer PR & Influence Location: Sydney Employment type: Permanent Play your part in a brilliant company culture built on teamwork, creativity, and fun. At Ogilvy PR, we work with some of the biggest brands in the world to deliver earned‑led creativity that drives real brand and business impact. Whether it be creative development, brand strategy, public relations, influencer engagement, events and activations, social and digital strategies, we have it all, and we’re looking for curious, brave, and enthusiastic minds who share our philosophy and want to bring something unique to the table. About the Role Join us in a dynamic and varied role working on some of our largest clients in the consumer space. As a PR Consultant (Account Manager) at Ogilvy PR, you'll be at a pivotal point in your career. You'll be expanding your expertise across diverse passion areas and subject matters, taking ownership of client development and sharpening your financial acumen. You're an effective account manager who empowers those around you with a positive and intelligent approach. We're looking for someone who is: A strategic thinker: Able to develop and implement PR strategies. A strong communicator: Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential. A relationship builder: Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, media, and influencers. A team player: Collaborative and able to work effectively within a team environment. Results‑oriented: Driven to achieve measurable results for clients. What you’ll be doing Staying ahead of the curve on client and competitor activities, both locally and globally, with a strong network of media contacts. Developing compelling media strategies, launches, and events that generate buzz and drive engagement. Immersing yourself in your clients' businesses, networks, and challenges to provide informed counsel. Thinking beyond traditional earned media to bring stories to life through a variety of channels. Understanding how to link channels and messages for brand awareness and lead generation, using data to inform your strategies. Being across our clients and their competitors, not just in Australia but worldwide, with strong media contacts Understanding how we link channels and messages for brand awareness and lead generation Why Ogilvy PR? Go global with Ogilvy: As part of a leading global network, you'll have access to exciting career pathways and opportunities around the world. Expand your horizons and connect with colleagues across the globe. Family & caregiver support: We offer a gender‑neutral parental leave policy, providing 16 weeks of paid leave to support all parents and caregivers throughout their journey. We’re committed to helping you balance your career and family life. Unlock the power of AI: Get exclusive access to WPP Open, our cutting‑edge global AI platform, and leverage the latest technology to enhance your work and drive innovation. Work in style at Barangaroo: Sydney‑based employees enjoy our brand new, state‑of‑the‑art WPP campus in the heart of Barangaroo. Belong at Ogilvy: We’re deeply committed to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace. Our Inclusivity & Impact Council, SheCD, WPP Unite, and Reconciliation Action Plan programs are just some of the ways we’re creating a culture where everyone feels valued and respected. Invest in your growth: We’re invested in your success. You’ll receive a tailored personal development plan to help you achieve your goals, along with dedicated support from your manager to guide your career journey. We leverage Culture Amp to facilitate meaningful career conversations and track your progress. Recharge & rejuvenate: Enjoy a range of additional leave benefits, including your birthday off, Summer Fridays, and loyalty leave (an extra day for each year you’re with us). Wellness your way: Take advantage of discounted rates with health and fitness providers, plus access to yoga, meditation, and wellbeing programs to support your mental and physical health. Confidential support: We provide confidential counselling support through Telus EAP to help you navigate any personal or professional challenges. Recognising excellence: We celebrate your achievements and loyalty through our employee reward programs. Referral bonus: Bring your talented friends to Ogilvy and receive a bonus Unlock exclusive savings: Access discounts and vouchers for major household brands through our benefits platform, perkSPACE. At Ogilvy, inclusivity is essential to our success. We're committed to building a workplace that embraces various perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds, knowing that diverse teams drive more impactful work. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Māori, people with disabilities, diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, all ages, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, nationalities, and family structures. We believe everyone thrives when they can be themselves. We provide equal opportunities and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential. Your privacy is important to us, you can find out more information on how we handle your data for recruiting purposes in our Privacy Notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr