Account Executive - £25K

A firm that provides communications services to science based companies is seeking an Account Executive. The organisation specialises in providing business consultation services for their clients from early start up through listing and beyond as a publicly quoted company. The position will involve supporting and implementing PR campaigns and will require the successful candidate to build relationships with journalists in scientific, trade and national media. The role will be located in the London office and the candidate will work closely with the CEO and other directors and account managers. This position is driven by client assignments and is varied but will include, project management, client liaison, copywriting, conference support, and drafting proposals. The ideal candidate will hold a life science degree and have at least one year?s PR consultancy or marketing experience, with a firm in the life sciences area and have knowledge of the biotech and pharma industries. And the ability to work alone and as part of a team, possess good organisational skills and be able to cope under pressure with tight deadlines - and still come out smiling! This is an exciting role and the company is keen to promote people internally - so there is plenty of opportunity to progress further in an organisation that is supportive in your every step.