Associate, Communications; Senior Account Executive

Wachsman is a global communications and strategy consultancy focused on advising the next generation of leaders on the frontline of the new economy.

Built for the digital and decentralized age, we provide our clients with a unique blend of advisory services spanning strategic and communications consulting, reputation, issues, and risk management, and public policy and regulation. We enable them to establish and defend their industry position as they drive digital transformation and navigate new challenges and opportunities.

Founded in 2015 with regional headquarters in New York, Dublin, and Singapore, Wachsman has quickly solidified its position as a trusted advisor to some of the world’s most innovative companies, including in market entry, change management, product launches, mergers and acquisitions, corporate repositioning, and regulatory compliance.

Born in the blockchain industry, Wachsman has grown to become a critical partner to a wide array of the world’s most exciting companies, including those across fintech and digital payments, data protection, real estate, law, gaming, and healthcare.

We are looking for an ambitious strategic communications professional to join the team as Wachsman continues its exciting period of rapid growth. This is a hybrid position, with the opportunity to work remotely for part of the week.

• Executing PR campaigns as an integral member of a team.
• Assisting senior staff with day-to-day internal and external communications for clients.
• Drafting press materials and content.
• Dealing with enquiries from press and clients.
• Issuing press releases and pitching to reporters internationally.
• Daily media monitoring and reporting.
• On a regular basis, directly engaging with clients.
• Creating social media plans and content, and tracking social media campaigns.
• Planning and executing paid digital search and social campaigns.
• Undertaking industry research and generating story ideas and angles.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with media to secure and grow coverage.
• Supporting and training Executives and Interns.

• Minimum of 2 years PR agency experience post-university.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of finance and business/economics preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and to identify opportunities for clients.
• Excellent knowledge of the technology and business media landscape.
• Experience using social media as a PR campaign tool.

• Competitive salary (exceeding London Living Wage)
• Synchronised hybrid model - option to work from home on Wednesday & Friday
• Budget for home office equipment
• 25 days holidays, plus UK bank holidays and St Patrick's Day (additional day off in March)
• Birthday Day Off
• Summer Fridays
• Company-assigned Apple laptop and iPhone
• Class Pass subsidy
• Cycle to work scheme plus free bike storage at the office
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced Workplace Pension Scheme
• Parental Leave
• Sabbatical of up to 3 months available to long-term employees (+4 years)
• Company-sponsored social activities throughout the year