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With 7+ years’ experience managing national and international corporate PR and internal communications campaigns across professional services sectors, I secure top-tier media coverage and act as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders on media strategy, crisis communications, and reputation management that aligns communications with commercial strategy. I have a proven track record of leading large accounts with complex media plans, mentoring high-performing teams, and delivering measurable outcomes that support business growth and brand positioning. I thrive in fast-paced environments, improve internal processes, and continuously upskill to stay ahead in PR and communications.…With 7+ years’ experience managing national and international corporate PR and internal communications campaigns across professional services sectors, I secure top-tier media coverage and act as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders on media strategy, crisis communications, and reputation management that aligns communications with commercial strategy. I have a proven track record of leading large accounts with complex media plans, mentoring high-performing teams, and delivering measurable outcomes that support business growth and brand positioning. I thrive in fast-paced environments, improve internal processes, and continuously upskill to stay ahead in PR and communications.

Ammaarah Hafezi

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PR Freelancer, Content Creator, Content Strategist, +7

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With 7+ years’ experience managing national and international corporate PR and internal communications campaigns across professional services sectors, I secure top-tier media coverage and act as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders on media strategy, crisis communications, and reputation management that aligns communications with commercial strategy. I have a proven track record of leading large accounts with complex media plans, mentoring high-performing teams, and delivering measurable outcomes that support business growth and brand positioning. I thrive in fast-paced environments, improve internal processes, and continuously upskill to stay ahead in PR and communications.…With 7+ years’ experience managing national and international corporate PR and internal communications campaigns across professional services sectors, I secure top-tier media coverage and act as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders on media strategy, crisis communications, and reputation management that aligns communications with commercial strategy. I have a proven track record of leading large accounts with complex media plans, mentoring high-performing teams, and delivering measurable outcomes that support business growth and brand positioning. I thrive in fast-paced environments, improve internal processes, and continuously upskill to stay ahead in PR and communications.

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London, United Kingdom

With 7+ years’ experience managing national and international corporate PR and internal communications campaigns across professional services sectors, I secure top-tier media coverage and act as a trusted adviser to senior stakeholders on media strategy, crisis communications, and reputation management that aligns communications with commercial strategy.

I have a proven track record of leading large accounts with complex media plans, mentoring high-performing teams, and delivering measurable outcomes that support business growth and brand positioning. I thrive in fast-paced environments, improve internal processes, and continuously upskill to stay ahead in PR and communications.

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Work Experience

Account Director at Byfield Consultancy

September 1, 2023 - October 1, 2024

Led the largest account (£20k) with complex media plans and multi-workstream delivery. Advised C-suite on reputation management and internal communications, including Return to Office messaging with demonstrable positive staff outcomes. Secured tier-1 coverage (The Times, Sky News Ian King Live) and developed thought leadership to position spokespeople as expert commentators. Drove agency growth through new business, awards participation, and client wins; introduced a LinkedIn strategy workshop that increased client engagement. Line-managed junior staff and collaborated with Digital & Design teams on marketing assets.

Account Director (Promotion) at Yellow Jersey PR

May 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023

Led agency’s largest account worth £15,000, delivering national and international PR strategies that generated top-tier coverage and supported commercial outcomes. Highlights included whisky investment coverage in Decanter, Luxury London and The Spirits Business; launched podcast/broadcast coverage on INSEAD Emerging Markets and Channel Africa, attracting interest from a major bank. Line managed three team members and improved internal processes; collaborated with Digital & Design teams on assets.

Senior Account Manager at Yellow Jersey PR

September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2022

Directed multi-sector PR campaigns for high-profile clients, delivering national/international coverage and contributing to business results. Built strong client relationships and led campaign strategy and execution to secure top-tier media outcomes.

Communications Associate at Fitch Group

April 1, 2019 - September 1, 2021

Increased annual broadcast interviews from under 20 (2018) to 130+ (2020) across EMEA. Built strong relationships with BBC, Bloomberg, CNBC, CGTN, and Arab News. Led PR for the Islamic Finance EMEA team, securing interviews and coverage across print, broadcast and podcasts (CNBC Arabia, Bloomberg Asharq, The Banker, Islamic Finance News, The Wall Street Lab). Researched and developed media content with senior stakeholders; co-founded mentoring schemes (Women’s Network, EMBRACE) and advised on DEI policy; supported launch of Fitch’s corporate DEI webpage.

Business Development & Communications Assistant at Nexia International

April 1, 2016 - March 1, 2019

Researched financial news and collaborated with Digital to improve SEO. Owned production of the quarterly internal newsletter; developed communications plans for internal and external channels; created and rolled out brand & tone of voice guidelines across the global network; led Nexia Day launch (2017) increasing participation; delivered global webinar series via Adobe Connect with post-event surveys and presented outcomes to the CEO.

Account Director at Yellow Jersey PR

May 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023

Led the agency’s largest account (£15,000); delivered national and international PR strategies; secured top-tier media coverage; line managed three team members; developed thought leadership; contributed to client wins; implemented LinkedIn strategy for clients; improved internal operations.

Communications Associate - Islamic Finance EMEA at Fitch Group

April 1, 2019 - September 1, 2021

Led PR for Islamic Finance EMEA; secured interviews and coverage across print and broadcast; expanded media relationships; contributed to DEI policy discussions and mentoring programs; produced press materials and quick quotes for media outreach.