Senior Account Manager - Corporate Communications

About the Role

Senior Account Manager – Corporate Communications & Reputation (Barcelona).

What You’ll Do

• Lead day‑to‑day management of corporate communications accounts, ensuring strategic clarity and flawless execution.
• Advise clients on reputation management, crisis and sensitive issues with sound judgement and composure.
• Develop and implement integrated communication strategies aligned with business priorities.
• Shape corporate narratives, positioning & messaging frameworks for complex organisations.
• Drive executive positioning, thought leadership and leadership communications.
• Manage relationships with Spanish business & corporate media; Catalan media exposure is a plus.
• Oversee media strategies, press materials, briefings & spokesperson preparation.
• Support internal communications linked to transformation, culture & change.
• Coordinate with EMEA & global teams to deliver consistent, multi‑market programmes.
• Lead and mentor teams, ensuring high standards, collaboration & accountability.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of 6 years in corporate communications & reputation management, ideally in complex or international settings.
• Background in a PR agency or corporate environment with international exposure.
• Proven ability to advise senior stakeholders in complex or high‑risk situations.
• Strong understanding of the Spanish media landscape (Catalan media is a plus).
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams autonomously in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong leadership, judgement & client management skills.
• Fluent in Spanish & English (C1/C2 required); Catalan is an advantage.

Why Edelman

• Work on high‑impact, business‑critical assignments alongside senior experts across markets.
• Collaborative environment that values diverse perspectives and personal growth.
• Dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer; we celebrate diverse backgrounds and encourage applicants who may not meet every requirement but bring relevant experience and strong potential.