PR Account Manager Technology

1 week ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Hook, Line & Sinker Full time R900 000 - R1 200 000 per year

Hook, Line & Sinker Communications | Cape Town

Life at HLS

Hook, Line & Sinker is one of South Africa's fastest growing independent PR and marketing agencies. We are known for our bright yellow energy, clever strategic thinking and the award-winning work we deliver for some of the world's biggest power brands.

Our shelves are stacked with PRISM Awards, industry recognition and accolades for creativity, leadership and results. We are a fun, collaborative and ambitious team that supports, mentors and uplifts one another. Growth is real here: new opportunities, new clients, new skills and real career development.

If you thrive in a vibrant, high-performing environment where ideas are celebrated and excellence is the norm, you will feel right at home.

The Role

We are looking for a talented PR Account Manager with +4 years agency experience to manage a multinational cybersecurity and networking client. This PR and media relations guru will be driving day-to-day PR activity, supporting diaries for executives, coordinating intimate media events, and assisting with suppliers, invoicing and budget processes. You will shape media stories, build strong relationships with journalists and ensure consistent delivery across PESO channels.

REQUIREMENTS

Key Responsibilities

Working closely with a team of 4 for this account, you will manage and drive the following areas:

Client and Account Management

Lead daily communication with the client and support senior executives with scheduling and coordination of press interviews.

Assist with invoicing and ensure smooth operational delivery.

Develop a strong understanding of the client's business, products and industry landscape.

Work closely with your Account Director on PR strategy, messaging and proactive opportunities.

Content and Media

Issue press releases, thought leadership, Q and A, and media pitches to tier 1 business and tech press.

Identify daily newsjacking opportunities and relevant commentary topics.

Build and maintain relationships with SA tech, business and mainstream media.

Coordinate interviews, media briefings and event support.

Campaign Execution

Plan and execute PR campaigns and product announcements.

Brief suppliers and ensure deliverables meet deadlines and quality standards.

Track coverage, monitor share of voice and prepare monthly reports.

Team Support

Work closely with the broader HLS account team.

Guide junior team members when needed.

Contribute to new business proposals.

If you want to work with a high-profile tech client and a dynamic, award-winning agency that invests in its people, we would love to hear from you

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