Senior Account Executive

Herd MSL represents one of Australias largest and most awarded group of agencies. Part of Publicis Groupe ANZ and global PR network MSL Herd MSL has more than 21 years in the market and has achieved multiple agency and campaign wins and Cannes Awards for creativity including PRIAs 2022 Agency Team of the Year.

We work with an impressive portfolio of clients ranging from established multinational technology companies and leading consumer and corporate brands to innovative industry leaders and state and federal government departments.

At Herd MSL we encourage our people to work in a way that provides balance and we pride ourselves in fostering a behavior-led approach to flexibility. We are fun and fast-paced and thrive in a learning-based culture.

SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE PR & CONTENT

Location: Sydney

Company Description

Herd MSL represents one of Australias largest and most-awarded group of agencies. Part of Publicis Groupe ANZ and global PR network MSL Herd MSL has more than 21 years in the market and has achieved multiple agency and campaign wins and Cannes Awards for creativity.

We work with an impressive portfolio of clients ranging from established multi-national technology companies and leading consumer and corporate brands to innovative industry leaders government departments and non-profits.

At Herd MSL we encourage our people to work in a way that provides balance and we pride ourselves in fostering a behavioural led approach to flexibility. We are fun and fast-paced and thrive in a learning-based culture.

About the role:

Were looking for a Senior Account Executive with a passion for corpsumer PR someone equally energised by culture-led consumer work and meaningful corporate storytelling.

Youll work across a mix of high-profile Australian and global brands helping shape narratives that land in both mainstream media and business conversations.

This is a role for someone who wants variety moving between creative campaigns events corporate storytelling and media engagement. On any given day you will liaise with journalists and creators manage client communications; support creative development planning and execution; coordinate with agencies across APAC as part of a hub team and help develop junior staff.

What were looking for in you:

First and foremost we want you to live our values: Show Up Fearless Stay Curious Be Kind and Go Home Proud. Team culture is everything to us.

We want someone that is bright energetic and not afraid to take on a new challenge. We want someone that thinks independently and is passionate about the industry we work in the brands we work with and the opportunity to grow and learn with a supportive team.

In terms of skills and experience ideally youll have:

• 3 years of proven PR communications or journalism experience
• Strong media relations skills and a great understanding of the Australian media landscape being comfortable picking up the phone to journalists is a must!
• A love for crafting and pitching relevant stories to a wide range of media including consumer and/or business focused outlets
• Strong writing and copyediting skills with bonus points for video production and/or social experience
• Good ability to manage time and workload prioritise and proactively manage up to internal stakeholders
• Experience managing junior team members helping them keep to deadlines while supporting them to learn and grow
• A team player attitude

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to work with a range of exciting challenging and iconic brands
• Industry leading learning and development opportunities and a dedicated Career Manager
• Unrivalled career growth and progression as part a strengths-based environment
• Autonomy to own your work your relationships and add creative flair into your every day

At Herd MSL we encourage our people to work in a way that provides balance and we pride ourselves in fostering a behavioural led approach to flexibility. We are fun and fast-paced and thrive in a learning-based culture.

As part of our team you will also enjoy a heap of added benefits including flexible work hours having your Birthday off industry leading parental leave health and wellbeing support giving back days and additional leave with longevity. You will also have access to industry leading mentors and much more.

If youre ambitious naturally curious and a media-gun please apply!

Herd MSL believes that our people are our greatest asset. Our people are chosen for their personalities their ethics and professional qualities without any exclusion preferential treatment or discrimination. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate by reason of age gender gender identity race sexual orientation nationality religion or disability or any other difference. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will provide appropriate assistance for candidates with disabilities or special needs throughout the recruitment process upon request.

Publicis Groupe benefits: Be a part of the Publicis Groupe family recent winner of the Employer of Choice Awards and one of the worlds most progressive and dynamic modern communications businesses. You can learn more about us at .

Enjoy all the perks that come with our network offering:

• A comprehensive Wholeself program supporting physical mindful and financial wellbeing.
• A creative lively and rewarding office environment where people love working with each other supported by our Publicis Liberté flexibility approach working your way with us.
• Access to our Global AI Platform Marcel connecting Publicis Groupe employees with opportunities for career mobility and collaboration across our global network.
• Extensive Learning & Development opportunities including more than 15000 learning programs via our online learning platform Marcel Classes.
• A culture of open feedback and support to reach your goals through our Career Conversations program.
• A committed Diversity Equality and Inclusion strategy driven through our Viva Women Égalité enABLE EmbRACE and Écologique committees.
• Leave benefits including Birthday Leave Flexible Public Holidays and an additional 5 days of leave after 2 years of service.
• Work Your World program enabling employees the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world for up to 6 weeks per year.
• Parental leave policy with up to 18 weeks based on tenure paid primary carer leave secondary carer swap and Cub Care leave.
• Access to counsellors psychologists and professionals through Sonder an all-in-one digital wellbeing technology platform designed to support psychological medical & safety needs.
• A workplace that stands together to provide a more open supportive and recovery-forward culture for all employees with life-threatening illnesses. Read more about our Working With Cancer Pledge: partners of Diversity Council Australia Pride in Diversity Family Friendly Workplaces Supply Nation and the Australian Disability Network.

If you dont tick every box in this ad please dont rule yourself out. Research suggests that women and other people in underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. We focus on hiring people who share our values of inclusion collaboration adaptability fearlessness and integrity rather than ticking boxes so if this role resonates with you please apply.

Diversity. Inclusion. Equity. More than just words; these are part of our DNA. At Publicis Groupe we are committed to the inclusion and recognition of all people regardless of race age culture ability ethnicity gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status and religious affiliation. We believe that to deliver the best solutions to our clients our people need to reflect the diverse communities in which our clients operate. We value diversity and the skills knowledge and experience that difference brings to our culture and solutions.

Uniqueness is powerful; without it we wouldnt be where we are today. So be you we like it that way.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for people with disability or those that require additional support throughout the application process. If you need any assistance or adjustments please contact us via ; your personal information will be kept confidential.