Following some significant client gains, Quantum Communications is seeking to recruit an Account Executive based in Scotland.
WHO WE ARE
Quantum Communications is a full-service public relations, public affairs and strategic communications agency based in Scotland and operating across the UK.
The company was launched by experienced directors Alan Roden and Flavia Paterson in 2019 and has become one of the fastest growing agencies in the country.
We bring unrivalled experience and inside knowledge of working within the media, politics and the corporate environment.
We use this experience to assist our clients in setting the agenda, raising their profile, generating mainstream national, local and trade media interest and engaging with stakeholders.
We are a member of the Association for Scottish Public Affairs (ASPA) and we were nominated for ‘best small agency’ at the CIPR Scotland 2023 PRide Awards.
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT
Our experience: our team includes three former national newspaper editors and former comms directors for political parties and government departments.
Our clients: we are lucky to have a huge range of amazing clients in several sectors, including renewable energy, consumer advice, food and drink, and the charity sector.
Our delivery: because of our background in high-pressure roles, we work at fast speeds to high standards – ensuring the successful candidate benefits from this on-the-job experience will be a priority for us.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking to recruit an ambitious and enthusiastic Account Executive at the start of their career in public relations. An interest in politics would also be welcome.
Our ideal candidate will have:
- Recent graduate level or equivalent qualifications.
- An understanding of the Scottish media landscape.
- Excellent writing skills and an attention to detail.
- Some experience of policy and research.
- Digital and social media skills.
- An interest in Scottish and UK politics.
- The ability to work independently to short deadlines.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills.
This job will be on a hybrid working basis. The successful candidate must live in Scotland within easy commuting distance of Glasgow to be able to work in the Quantum office on St Vincent Street.
The role will involve:
- Supporting colleagues with delivery of media and public affairs activity across a range of clients.
- Capturing and sharing client coverage generated in the media.
- Research on distribution lists for media publications.
- Monitoring of parliamentary and political websites for political monitoring reports.
- Engaging with stakeholders, including journalists and politicians.
- Attending client meetings.
- Supporting our external events programme.
WHAT WE OFFER
- An annual starting salary of £25,000.
- A commitment to your professional development, working with experienced senior comms professionals.
- An annual leave allocation starting at 32 days, including 9 days public holidays to use whenever you like, a day off for your birthday, and an extra day annual leave for every year of service (up to a maximum of five).
- Hybrid working option – between the Quantum office in Glasgow and homeworking.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Team building opportunities.
- A holiday buy back scheme.
- An optional volunteering day for a charity of your choice.
- Workplace pension.
- A private, well-equipped and free gym at our office (accessible in evenings and weekends) with showers and access to personal trainers.
- A wellness suite with yoga options and classes.
- Member benefits including 20% discount at local restaurants and cafes, 15% off at hotels, discounted car parking, and other perks.
- Networking events.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should email a covering letter and CV to [email protected]
CLOSING DATE: 5pm, Friday, 7 September, 2024.
