Senior Account Manager - Public Relations

ABOUT THE ROLE

Position: Senior Account Manager

Place: Delhi

About us

Founded in 2017, ON PURPOSE exists to use the power of communications to drive social change in India. It works with clients and organizations in 5 broad areas: Climate Action, Public Health, Education, Gender and Tech4Good.

The Culture We Proudly Offer

More than words. ON PURPOSE has been at the forefront of defining what a progressive workplace looks like. Our focus on building a safe and welcoming workplace for all has led us to innovate with policies like 6 days of paid leave for all menstruating employees; 12 weeks of parental leave for all non-birthing people and a fixed lunch hour that is mentioned in our signatures. We also have a team of D&I Ke Gunde who are trained to help us challenge our biases and create a more inclusive workplace.

Don't just take our word for it- In 2025, ON PURPOSE was recognised among the 12 Best Agencies in India and South Asia by Provoke Media and featured in the exchange4media's PR and Corp Comms Watchlist 2026 (Agencies). We've also received multiple honours, including Best Organisation for Women Empowerment at the Women Achievers Summit and Awards 2025, as well as Best Culture of the Year, Best Diversity & Inclusion of the Year, and PR Team of the Year at the Campaign India Awards.

Your Roles and Responsibilities

We're looking for someone who's going to win our client's confidence by demonstrating a thorough understanding of the markets in which they operate, how the media works and a diligent approach to delivering flawless documents. To be considered for this role, you'll need to show us experience in:

Coordinating all PR activities in coordination with the team for the client accounts
Developing a media relations strategy, seeking high-level placements in print, broadcast and online media. Developing strategic PR plans using research and insights, campaign planning methodologies and use of sophisticated measurement and evaluation tools
Leverage existing media relationships and cultivate new contacts within business and industry media
Mapping stakeholders who'd have an interest and impact on our client's world
Designing pitches and storylines that would place our client's issues at the heart of relevant conversations
Build relationships with thought leaders to grow industry awareness
Identifying opportunities in the media for our clients to be featured in
Building trust within the team and providing direction to junior team members as a role model
Working with senior team members on converting new business opportunities

How We'd Expect You To Split Your Time

Very thoughtfully. But here's an indicative split as a guide:

Client Relationship Management: 30%
Media Relations: 20%
Team Management & Mentorship: 30%
New Business Development: 20%

What You'll Need (must haves for the role)

8+ years relevant work experience in sectors like healthcare, youth skilling, social impact and progress towards Sustainable Development Goals
Proficiency in editing, writing and formatting of documents, for e.g. final drafts of strategy documents, PR plans and proposals and reviews for client meetings
Ability to provide advice and support our clients in navigating media in crisis communication
Experience of successfully managing client events (press conferences, media briefings, interactions and follow-ups at national and regional level)

What Would Be Nice to Have

Master's degree in Journalism/ Mass Communications/ Public Affairs/ Public Relations
Experience managing large account portfolios
Ability to integrate social media into PR plans
Freshly brewed coffee-making skills. But don't worry, we won't judge you for it.

What You Can Expect From Us

A safe, yet challenging work environment: As a high-growth company, our team members are regularly tasked with taking on more responsibility than you would typically get at a larger, more established organization.
An investment in growth and learning: We're bringing the best of communication techniques to solve some of India's most troubling social issues. You'll learn and grow with us.
A space to make your own: if you have the talent, ambition and willingness to learn, you'll most definitely find your own space in communications that you can own and hone.

ON PURPOSE is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability.

Industry Recognition

Best Culture of the Year - Campaign India, 2025, 2023, 2022
Best Diversity & Inclusion of the Year - Campaign India,2025, 2022
PR Team of the Year - Campaign India,2025, 2022, 2021, 2020 & 2019
Championing Diversity Award - ICCO Global Awards, 2024
Best Asia-Pacific Mid-size Agency to Work For - PRovoke Media, 2024
Agency of the Year, Mid-Sized, ET Kaleido Awards, 2024
Social Impact & Policy Communication Agency of the Year - PRMoment.in, 2024 & 2023
Fastest Growing Consultancy in India - Provoke Media, 2023
Mid-Size Agency of the Year - Agency Reporter, 2022
Fastest Growing & Rising Consultancy of the Year, IPRCCA, 2021 & 2020
Agency of the Year, Rising - ET Brand Equity, Kaleido Awards, 2021 & 2020
Diversity Campaign Winner - Women Leading Change, Campaign India 2022
Best Organisation for Women's Empowerment - Women Achievers Summit, 2024, 2023, 2022 & 2021
Top 5 (Small) Best Consultancies to Work With across Asia-Pacific, Provoke Media, 2022, 2020 & 2019
PR Consultancy of the Year (Small) & Emerging Consultancy of the Year, Fulcrum Awards, 2022, 2021, 2020 & 2018

Media Handles:

Website: http://www.onpurposeconsulting.in/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onpurposecomms/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/on-purpose-comms/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/onpurposecomms

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Senior Account Manager, Public Relations