Account Director, Capital Markets

TEAM LEWIS

Account Director leading Capital Markets communications for TEAM LEWIS, a global marketing agency. Managing client programmes, media and analyst relations, RNS announcements, events, and social media.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeLondon • 🇬🇧 United KingdomLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with a focus on client relationship management and media relations. Possesses a solid understanding of Capital Markets and the ability to deliver high-quality client programmes and advisory services.

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Capital Markets ExperienceClient Relationship ManagementMedia Relations SkillsWritten Communication SkillsCrisis Management

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Hard Skills

Client Programme DeliveryRNS News AnnouncementsAnalytical SkillsAdvisory SkillsEvent Planning

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailTime ManagementFlexibilityCreativityCoaching Skills

Tools & Technologies

Social Media PlatformsDigital Communication Tools

Industry Keywords

Financial Calendar CommunicationsMedia RelationsBusiness CommunicationsCity Contacts NetworkRegulatory Best Practice

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Run a broad range of tasks and support other Capital Markets team members
Compile coverage reports and conduct research
Manage day-to-day client contact and relationships where appropriate
Provide advice and guidance to clients
Ensure efficient, high-quality day-to-day delivery of client programmes
Drive and coordinate media and analyst relations activity
Draft well-informed, audience-appropriate written materials
Assist with new business proposals and pitch presentations
Plan and manage client events
Nurture junior team members through on-the-job coaching
Draft press releases and handle RNS announcements
Build media and sell-side analyst relations skills
Engage on social media

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 5+ years communications experience, preferably with some Capital Markets experience
Interest and enthusiasm for the City and Capital Markets communications
Passion for media, current affairs and business
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with good attention to detail
Analytical, creative and inquisitive approach
Time management skills, including adapting to changing priorities and multitasking to meet deadlines
Flexible attitude to working out of hours occasionally when required
Strong understanding of the media and the communication and business skills needed to run accounts
Ability to handle RNS news announcements, including managing client sign-off
Good understanding of social media and the broader digital landscape
Ability to recognise a crisis situation and escalate the response
Effective delivery of financial calendar communications programmes
Developing advisory skills and awareness of regulatory best practice
Ability to judge material price-sensitive issues and seek senior counsel
Developing a network of City contacts and financial/business media relationships

Benefits

Comp & perks

Strong focus on personal development
Access to formal training programmes
Supportive, hands-on culture
TEAM LEWIS Foundation charitable and volunteering opportunities