Account Executive / Campaign Coordinator

Job description

PR by Whitney is a strategic communications partner to B2B brands operating across construction, infrastructure, the built environment, engineering, manufacturing and specialist professional services.

We don’t create noise. We shape perception.

We work with established and growth-focused companies who want to lead conversations in their sector delivering campaigns, securing press and building strategic visibility that strengthens reputation, positions them with authority and ensures they’re recognised for what they stand for.

We’re looking for an Account Executive / Campaign Coordinator with at least 12 months’ agency experience who understands that PR is about influence, not activity.

You’ll work closely with our senior team to execute campaigns, understanding the bigger picture behind each brief, seeing how press, social and outreach connect and making sure every piece of work supports the position we’re building for the client.

You’ll be trusted with responsibility, exposed to strategic thinking, and expected to contribute ideas.

The Role

This role sits at the centre of campaign delivery.

You’ll support and execute across:

– Press releases and media angles

– Targeted media outreach and distribution

– Radio outreach and commentary placement

– Written social content for brand pages (primarily LinkedIn)

– Campaign research and idea development

– Coordinating moving parts across accounts

You’ll report into senior team members but will be expected to operate with ownership and confidence.

What Good Looks Like

You understand alignment connecting press, social and campaign messaging so everything supports the client’s commercial goals and strengthens how they’re perceived in their market.

You can:

– Write clear, commercially strong press releases

– Draft brand-page social posts with purpose

– Adapt tone depending on sector and audience

– Find angles within technical information

– Proofread properly before anything leaves the building

You’re organised, you manage deadlines properly, you don’t wait to be chased and you genuinely care about standards. Things don’t slip under your watch.

Media & Outreach

You’ll be confident:

– Building targeted media lists

– Distributing press releases properly

– Proactively pitching to trade, regional and national media

– Handling radio outreach

– Spotting reactive opportunities

We value initiative. 

Client & Team Contribution

You’ll:

– Contribute to internal campaign meetings

– Support preparation for client discussions

– Communicate professionally with clients when required

– Take part in brainstorming and new business research

We operate with accountability and ownership.

What We’re Looking For

At least 12 months’ agency experience.

Comfortable juggling multiple accounts.

Commercially aware.

Calm under pressure.

High standards.

what you will recieve 

Bright Exchange

an Employee Assistance Programme

Profit and performance related bonus

Tools/equipment required for the performance of duties

Reimbursement of work expenses

Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

Birthday off.

Social Events

Yearly team holiday if targets are met.

Work from anywhere in the world.

Manchester (Hybrid)

Full-Time

Salary: £24,000–£30,000 depending on experience

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

06-03-2026

Profession type

Advertising / Marketing / PR

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English