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More About The Role
We're looking for an Account Manager to join Burson Melbourne, supporting a diverse portfolio of clients across corporate reputation, public affairs, consumer and integrated communications.
This is a true corpsumer role, with a stronger focus on strategic communications, reputation and stakeholder engagement. Working closely with senior leaders, you'll have the opportunity to shape communications strategies, influence client decision-making and help some of Australia's leading brands and organisations navigate complex communications challenges.
If you're someone who enjoys thinking beyond execution and wants to play a bigger role in strategic communications, this is an exciting opportunity to accelerate your career. You'll gain exposure to reputation management, stakeholder engagement, public affairs and integrated campaigns, while building your capability as a trusted communications advisor.
What You'll Do
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Why Burson?
At Burson, you'll work alongside some of the industry's most respected communications professionals, helping clients navigate reputation-defining moments and deliver campaigns that make an impact.
As part of WPP, you'll have access to world-class tools, training and development opportunities, including industry-leading AI capabilities, global expertise and a collaborative network of communications specialists. Whether you're looking to deepen your strategic communications expertise, broaden your integrated communications experience or take the next step in your career, Burson offers the platform to help you grow.
Our vision is for Burson to be the leading ‘academy company’ for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today’s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.
At Burson, we’re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That’s why it’s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can’t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view—your talent—is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it’s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
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The Public Relations Account Manager position at Bursonglobalcareers is based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. This is a hybrid position.
The Public Relations Account Manager position at Bursonglobalcareers requires 4+ yrs exp.
