Senior Account Manager

About the Role

• Senior Account Manager
• Full-time, CBD-based role
• Competitive remuneration and benefits

We’re looking for a Senior Account Manager to lead a portfolio of high-profile financial clients and contribute to the continued growth of our agency. This role suits a confident communicator with deep experience in financial services, particularly in funds management, banking or fintech and a track record of delivering results through media relations, strategic counsel and team leadership.

You’ll act as a senior client advisor, drive strategy and execution, and play a key role in shaping both client and internal outcomes. You'll also mentor junior staff, contribute to business development and help manage agency priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a portfolio of accounts across financial services
• Provide senior counsel to clients on both strategic and tactical communications issues
• Build strong relationships with financial journalists and key media stakeholders
• Draft, review and edit high-quality media materials including media releases, Q&As, speeches and thought leadership
• Develop and oversee the execution of media strategies and complex communications plans
• Contribute to agency business strategy, growth and resourcing decisions
• Evaluate communications outputs at an advanced level and guide improvements
• Mentor and support the development of junior team members
• Navigate client and internal stakeholder dynamics with confidence and professionalism
• Take ownership of account planning, reporting and budget oversight

About You

You're a confident operator with a deep understanding of the financial services sector and a passion for delivering sharp, effective communications. You know how to hold the room, earn a client’s trust and guide a team to success.

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:

• 4-7+ years of PR or corporate communications experience, with at least 3 years in financial services (agency experience is preferred)
• Expertise in funds management, wealth, fintech or related financial sectors
• Strong understanding of Australia’s economic, political and media landscape
• Demonstrated ability to lead accounts and manage high-level stakeholder relationships
• Excellent writing and editing skills across a range of media formats
• Advanced technical skill in media relations, campaign planning and content strategy
• Confidence managing team capacity, delegating effectively and mentoring others
• Strategic thinking, creativity and commercial awareness
• Relevant academic qualifications that demonstrate your grasp of Communications 

Why join us?

This is a unique opportunity to join a values-led, boutique agency where your work is recognised and your voice matters. You’ll be mentored by an experienced finance communications leader, collaborate with C-suite clients, and develop deep expertise in one of the most dynamic sectors of the Australian economy.

To apply, please send your resume (max. 3 pages) and a short cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role to [email protected].