PR Account Manager – Travel

About the agency

This agency has firmly established itself as one of Australia’s leading travel PR agencies, representing some of the world’s most sought-after hotels, cruise lines, destination boards, airlines, and experiences. Their impressive industry and individual accolades highlight their position as leaders in the space, with many clients trusting them with their brands for years.

From hosting media famils at some of the most luxurious overseas resorts, to promoting tourism at Australia’s iconic natural landmarks, assisting with hotel rebrands, and celebrating cruise expeditions, you’ll be part of campaigns that truly shape how the world experiences travel.

Benefits & Culture

This boutique team is renowned for its strong culture and employee retention, with many team members enjoying long-term careers at the agency. Travel is at the heart of the culture, including annual luxury overseas trips (previous years have found the team at resorts in Bali and Phuket) and occasional regional or international travel opportunities.

Training and development are a priority, with personalised career development plans and access to external courses like CPRA. The team works primarily in a vibrant office environment, with flexibility to work from home for life needs, up to twice a month, and an additional day off once a quarter.

Some of the benefits you can expect include:

• 24 days of annual leave
• Occasional regional or international travel
• Annual bonuses
• Personalised career development plans

About the job

• Act as the primary point of contact for key client accounts, building trust and providing senior-level strategic counsel.
• Develop, execute, and manage end-to-end PR and communications campaigns that align with client objectives and drive measurable results.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with top-tier media, journalists, influencers, and industry stakeholders.
• Oversee the drafting and editing of high-quality press releases, media pitches, opinion editorials, and comprehensive campaign reports.
• Mentor, guide, and manage the daily workflow of junior team members (Account Executives and Coordinators).
• Identify proactive media opportunities and drive creative ideation for new client campaigns and new business pitches.

About you

Essential experience:

• You are an existing Account Manager (or a seasoned Senior Account Executive or Junior Account Manager) coming from an Australian PR agency.

The ideal candidate:

• A proven track record of managing client accounts independently and consistently securing high-impact, tier-one media coverage.
• Possesses exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a meticulous eye for detail and a knack for finding the hook in any story.
• Has an established “black book” of media and influencer contacts across relevant consumer, lifestyle, or corporate sectors.
• Is a natural leader who enjoys upskilling junior staff and fostering a collaborative, positive team culture.
• Demonstrates strong commercial acumen, highly organized time-management skills, and the ability to juggle multiple competing deadlines effortlessly.
• Experience within travel communications is advantageous but not required.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship is not available for this role. You must have an existing right to work in Australia to be considered. 

Interested?

Apply to this role by clicking the button below. For more information, please get in touch:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone:  0422 412 787

What happens next?

Our team personally reviews every application. If your profile matches the essential experience requirements (or if we see great potential in your background for future roles), we’ll be in touch within 7 days. We’re committed to providing feedback to all applicants, so you’re guaranteed a direct response from us with the outcome of your application.