Job Description
Overview
About Papermill Agency
We’re an integrated PR, marketing and communications agency working across both B2B and B2C industries, including property, corporate, architecture, design, consumer and lifestyle. Our integrated service offering includes PR, marketing, creative, social media, content, influencer marketing, events and activations. We work together as collaborative team to deliver memorable campaigns - and have fun while doing it! We’re genuine, team-oriented, and love what we do. Get to know us at
papermillagency.com.au
and
@papermillagency
on Instagram.
About The Role
We’re looking for a PR Account Director with a passion for creative storytelling to join the team in our Melbourne office. Someone who can lead client relationships with ease, craft compelling narratives, guide a talented team, and help shape integrated campaigns. This role will focus on client strategic counsel, retention and success, working with the wider team to deliver PR campaigns that drive real results. You’ll have a strong understanding of the Australian media landscape and be the trusted voice clients turn to, the mentor your team counts on, and the strategic anchor across accounts.
The Role Entails
Leading key client PR accounts across property, corporate and consumer clients
Maintaining strong relationships with clients, offering strategic counsel and building trust
Shaping campaign strategies that nail client objectives
Crafting tailored press materials and pitches for specific media outlets and journalists
Pitching brand stories, news and profiling opportunities to media across B2B and B2C outlets
Managing and mentoring the team, including creating knowledge sharing opportunities
Driving new business: pitches, proposals and growing existing accounts
Contributing to agency culture and team initiatives
We’re Looking For
A dynamic and driven PR Account Director with 6-7 years’ experience to lead key accounts and become a trusted leader and mentor in the business
Someone who thrives running integrated PR & communications campaigns across property, corporate or consumer (experience in one area is great; all three is a bonus!)
A strategic thinker who knows how to turn insights into ideas and ideas into results
A collaborator at heart—someone who builds relationships easily
A creative storyteller with strong media instincts and a love for delivering work that actually moves the needle
A team player that loves to collaborate and build relationships with clients, team members and stakeholders alike
Why join us?
We’re an independent agency - no red tape or hoops to jump through!
We’re a flexible, hybrid workplace – with flexible start times and 2 days a week WFH
1 x paid wellness day each quarter (on top of your annual leave)
Career development pathways & regular internal knowledge-sharing
Paid parental leave policy (after qualifying period)
Regular social activities and team days
Monday coffees are on us!
We’re a friendly, supportive and collaborative team
How To Apply
If you’re ready for the next step in your career, please send with your CV and short cover letter, showcasing relevant client experience and why you believe you’re the right person for the role.
sarah@papermillagency.com.au
#J-18808-Ljbffr
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Job Details
Posted Date:
February 28, 2026
Job Type:
Business
Location:
Melbourne, Australia
Company:
Papermill Agency
Ready to Apply?
Don't miss this opportunity! Apply now and join our team.