Business unit: Ogilvy PR Location: Perth Employment type: 12-month contract, with potential to extend About The Role: We are looking for an experienced Consultant (Account Manager) to join our Perth team on a 12-month contract, with potential to extend. You’ll be based in Perth and work closely with The Brand Agency team locally, while also collaborating remotely with the Ogilvy PR team in Sydney. The role will support communications activity for a major new corporate client, allowing you to work across corporate communications, media relations, and integrated campaigns. You’ll help bring complex business and industry stories to life, identify opportunities to build reputation and influence, and deliver engaging communications across a range of stakeholders. You’ll play a key role in the day-to-day delivery of the account, working across both teams to develop stories, manage media relationships, support client communications, and deliver high-quality work. As part of this wider team, you’ll have access to the expertise and support of the Sydney-based Ogilvy PR team, while staying closely connected to the Perth-based TBA team. For this project, you’ll have the opportunity to develop communications around a major project, and help translate complex topics into clear, compelling stories for media and broader audiences. What You'll Do: - Support the development and delivery of communications campaigns for a major project. - Work closely with The Brand Agency team in Perth and the Ogilvy PR team in Sydney. - Manage day-to-day client communications and campaign activity. - Build and maintain strong relationships with Australian media. - Identify proactive media opportunities and pitch compelling stories. - Develop high-quality communications materials, including media releases, pitches, briefing documents and thought leadership content. - Immerse yourself in the client’s business, networks, issues and industry. - Stay across competitors, industry developments and the broader energy landscape. - Think beyond earned media to identify how stories can come to life across multiple channels. - Support integrated campaigns that connect communications, channels and messages. - Manage multiple projects, timelines and stakeholders with strong attention to detail. - Contribute ideas and strategic recommendations that help achieve client objectives. What You'll Bring: - PR or communications experience at Account Manager level or equivalent. - Experience working with corporate, business, technology, or related clients. - Strong knowledge of the Australian media landscape and established media relationships. - A track record of developing stories and securing quality editorial coverage. - Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills. - Strong organisation and campaign delivery skills. - Close attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. - A proactive approach and the ability to work confidently with clients and colleagues. Why You'll Love Ogilvy: - Global opportunities – Access career pathways, projects and connections across the Ogilvy and WPP network. - Leading AI tools – Exclusive access to WPP Open, our global AI platform. - Inclusive culture – A workplace where everyone can belong and thrive. - Career development – Personalised growth plans, coaching and ongoing learning opportunities. - Extra time off – Birthday leave and Summer Fridays. - Wellbeing support – Health and fitness discounts, wellbeing programs and mindfulness resources. - Employee Assistance Program – Free, confidential counselling support. - Recognition and rewards – Celebrating great work and long-term contribution. - Exclusive discounts – Savings on major brands through perkSPACE. At Ogilvy, inclusivity is essential to our success. We're committed to building a workplace that embraces various perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds, knowing that diverse teams drive more impactful work. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Māori, people with disabilities, diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, all ages, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, nationalities, and family structures. We believe everyone thrives when they can be themselves. We provide equal opportunities and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential. If you require any accessibility adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know at ogv-au-careers@ogilvy.com #LI-CO1

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