Lead Client Consultant – North America (Houston)

Take the lead in developing client relationships across North America's energy and industrial sectors with an opportunity that combines strategic communications, business development and client leadership.

Company Overview
The Opportunity Hub UK is recruiting on behalf of an established communications and public relations consultancy working with businesses across specialist industries, including maritime, oil and gas, energy and nuclear.

The consultancy supports organisations with strategic communications, media relations and reputation management, helping businesses strengthen their market presence and build meaningful relationships with their audiences.

As part of its continued growth across North America, the business is looking to appoint an experienced Lead Client Consultant to develop existing relationships, identify new opportunities and support its expanding client portfolio.

Job Overview
We are seeking a Lead Client Consultant – North America based in Houston, Texas, offering a salary of $75,000 to $120,000 per annum, depending on experience, industry knowledge and existing media relationships.

This is a remote working opportunity with regular client meetings, industry events and opportunities to engage with colleagues in person.

As a Lead Client Consultant, you will be responsible for managing client relationships, providing strategic communications advice and identifying opportunities to grow the consultancy's presence across North America.

The ideal Lead Client Consultant will have experience working within maritime, oil and gas, energy or nuclear sectors, alongside strong relationship management skills and an ambitious, commercially minded approach.

Here's what you'll be doing:
Managing and developing relationships with clients across North AmericaActing as a senior point of contact for clients, providing strategic communications and PR adviceBuilding relationships with businesses across maritime, oil and gas, energy and nuclear industriesIdentifying new business opportunities and supporting client acquisitionDeveloping and delivering strategic communications and media relations campaignsBuilding and maintaining relationships with relevant journalists, media outlets and industry stakeholdersAttending client meetings, trade shows, conferences and industry networking eventsUnderstanding client objectives and developing tailored communications strategiesSupporting the growth of existing accounts through relationship development and identifying additional opportunitiesCollaborating with internal teams to deliver effective client campaignsMonitoring industry developments and identifying opportunities for clients to strengthen their market presenceRepresenting the consultancy professionally across the North American market
Here are the skills you'll need:
Previous experience in public relations, strategic communications, consultancy or client relationship managementIndustry experience within maritime, oil and gas, energy or nuclear sectors is essentialStrong client management skills with the ability to build and maintain long-term relationshipsExisting media relationships within relevant North American industries would be highly advantageousExperience developing and delivering communications or PR strategiesCommercial awareness and the confidence to identify and develop new business opportunitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong networking and relationship-building abilitiesAn ambitious, proactive and results-driven approachAbility to work independently and manage multiple client accountsWillingness to attend client meetings, industry events and trade showsBased in Houston, Texas, or within a reasonable travelling distance
Work Permissions
You must have the legal right to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Here are the benefits of this job:
Salary: $75,000 to $120,000 per annum, depending on experienceRemote working: Flexibility to work remotely while maintaining regular client contactOpportunity to lead and develop client relationships across North AmericaWork with businesses operating in specialist international industriesAttend industry conferences, trade events and networking opportunitiesOpportunity to influence business growth and develop new client relationshipsWork alongside experienced communications professionalsAutonomy to manage client relationships and contribute to strategic decisionsCareer development opportunities within a growing international consultancy
Pursuing a Career in Strategic Communications
A career as a Lead Client Consultant within the maritime, energy and industrial sectors offers the opportunity to combine specialist industry knowledge with strategic communications and commercial relationship management.

As organisations across North America continue to navigate evolving energy markets, infrastructure investment and industry developments, experienced communications professionals play an important role in helping businesses manage their reputations, communicate effectively and strengthen their market positions.

For an ambitious Lead Client Consultant, this opportunity provides the chance to develop senior-level relationships, expand industry expertise and contribute directly to the growth of a specialist communications consultancy.