ABOUT SHAMIN ABAS ASSOCIATES

Shamin Abas Associates (SAA) is the leading public relations and experiential marketing firm for world-class, category-defining brands seeking significant reach with HNW and UHNW individuals.

With a focus on meaningful impact, our two decades of expertise in crafting targeted strategic media communications and brand storytelling campaigns deliver a commanding global presence for our clients.

Our informed approach to designing and implementing immersive brand experiences drives consideration and engagement from the world’s most discerning clientele.

We pride ourselves on:

• Exceptional attention to detail 
• Storytelling sophistication
• High-touch execution
• A relentless commitment to excellence

This role requires a driven professional who can think strategically, execute with excellence, maintain the highest standards, and operate seamlessly within a globally connected, precision-focused team.

Role Purpose

This Account Manager position is a core client-facing leadership role within Shamin Abas Associates, responsible for the strategic delivery and day-to-day management of PR and communications programs for premium and ultra-luxury brands, with a specialized focus in the marine and automotive realms.

The role exists to lead high-value client relationships with confidence and credibility, translate brand ambition into clear PR strategy and execution, protect SAA’s standards across messaging, media engagement and delivery, manage and develop Account Coordinators, and contribute commercially through retention, growth and reputation building.

Core Responsibilities

Client Leadership & Account Management

• Act as the day-to-day senior contact for assigned clients
• Build trusted partnerships with founders, CEOs, CMOs and senior executives, immersing yourself in their worlds and ambitions
• Lead client calls, meetings and status updates with clarity and confidence
• Represent clients professionally at marine and automotive shows, managing on-the-ground media interviews, executive briefings and industry engagements
• Translate client objectives into structured PR strategies and delivery plans
• Manage expectations while protecting scope, standards and timelines

PR Strategy & Campaign Delivery

• Develop and execute integrated PR strategies across print, digital, social and experiential channels
• Shape narratives reflecting craftsmanship, performance, heritage and innovation
• Oversee campaign calendars, messaging frameworks and launch plans
• Ensure all outputs meet elevated tone, accuracy and discretion standards

Media & Industry Engagement

• Build and maintain relationships with journalists across marine, automotive, business, luxury, and lifestyle sectors
• Conceptualize and pitch stories, features, launches and thought leadership
• Identify and secure media coverage, awards and speaking opportunities
• Maintain awareness of industry trends, launch cycles and market dynamics

Team Leadership & Development

• Line-manage Account Coordinators and junior team members
• Delegate clearly while maintaining quality and accountability
• Coach team members on writing quality, judgement and prioritization ·
• Reduce dependency on senior leadership through strong ownership

Commercial & Account Growth

• Support account retention through excellent delivery and trust
• Identify opportunities for scope expansion and cross-service collaboration
• Contribute to proposals, pricing discussions and planning
• Understand margin, resourcing and effort versus value

Internal Excellence & Collaboration

• Maintain clean internal documentation and reporting
• Collaborate positively across teams
• Role-model calm execution, discretion and excellence

Essential Experience

• 3–5 years in PR, communications or account management, ideally within the luxury, lifestyle, automotive or marine sectors
• Proven experience managing premium or luxury brand clients with professionalism and discretion
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute integrated PR campaigns across multiple channels
• Strong media relations track record with tier-1 and specialist publications Experience representing brands at industry events, trade shows or launches (marine and/or automotive preferred)
• Line management or mentorship experience with junior team members

Industry Knowledge

• Understanding of luxury brand positioning, messaging and audience sensibilities
• Familiarity with marine and/or automotive industry landscape, media outlets and key influencers
• Awareness of show calendars, launch cycles and industry events (boat shows, auto shows, regattas, concours events)
• Ability to speak credibly about craftsmanship, performance, technology, design and heritage

Skills & Capabilities

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Confident and polished in client-facing situations and high-pressure environments
• Strategic thinker with strong organizational and project management abilities
• Skilled at managing multiple accounts, deadlines and stakeholders simultaneously
• Commercially aware with understanding of budgets, scope and profitability
• Self-starter who takes ownership and operates with the discretion and judgement expected in luxury environments

Personal Attributes

• Poised, professional and presentable in executive and media settings
• Naturally curious with a passion for luxury brands and premium products
• Detail-oriented while maintaining big-picture strategic vision
• Collaborative team player who elevates those around them
• Resilient, adaptable and solutions-focused under pressure
• Committed to continuous learning and mastery of SAA's specialized methodology

SALARY & BENEFITS

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Health Insurance plan
• 401K   

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send a detailed cover letter with your resume.  Please note, resumes without a cover letter will not be considered.