PR-consultant

Who are we looking for?Cognito Amsterdam is looking for a PR Consultant with experience or a strong interest in the financial and/or tech sector. With a few years of experience, you know which journalists to approach and have mastered the art of pitching stories. You have a nose for news and can come up with the right angles to help our clients get noticed. Dutch is a plus, but not a requirement; you speak and write excellent English.What will you do?You’ll work closely with clients and colleagues, being responsible for coordinating and managing various PR accounts. From new business pitches, drafting budgets, and defining deliverables to writing press releases, pitching interviews, and reporting results—you ensure that all work is delivered on time, within budget, and up to Cognito's standards.Beyond client work, you'll contribute to Cognito's growth in the Netherlands and internationally. This includes our own PR and marketing, as well as strategic thinking: Where are the opportunities? What can we improve operationally? How should we respond to trends like AI? And of course, we celebrate our wins—from a new publication or client to Friday drinks and our legendary team outings.What we offer:Significant responsibilities and the freedom to shape them in your own wayDepending on your experience, a full-time salary starting from €3.200 gross per monthTravel allowance of up to €200 per month24 vacation days based on full-time employmentPension contribution via Bright Pensioen, with 3% of your gross salary paid by the employerMonthly €15 Alleo budget—perfect for discounts on wellness, mental health, sports, and moreAccess to mental health support via OpenUp to help you thrive professionally and personallyApple MacBook and iPhone for workOur office is currently based in Spaces Zuidas, but as of 1st of July, we’ll be relocating to WTC ZuidasOpportunities to work from our offices around the world and connect with Cognito’s 100+ global colleaguesCognicon: a multi-day global team event every two yearsResponsibilities:Manage daily client relationships across a diverse mix of projects and retainersCreate and refine PR and communications strategies for clients—become their go-to advisorDraft proposals and manage budgetsBuild relationships with journalists, influencers, and publishers in the financial, tech, and business mediaWrite media materials including briefings, press releases, and pitchesProactively pitch clients for commentary, bylines, and opinion piecesCoordinate media interviews for clientsMonitor, analyze, and report on client and industry-related newsKeep colleagues in Amsterdam and other Cognito offices aligned and up-to-dateRequirements:At least a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, or a related fieldRelevant and demonstrable work experience (2–5 years) that shows you're ready to handle the responsibilities of a PR Account ManagerKnowledge of the Dutch media landscapePreferably experience working at a PR or communications agencyYou speak and write excellent English. Dutch is a plus, and any other language is a bonus.Knowledge of the financial sector is a plusAbout Cognito:Cognito is a fast-growing international PR, marketing, and communications agency. We specialize in supporting organizations in the financial, tech, and professional services sectors. Our clients range from fintechs to tech startups. We also create content and support event organization. From large international corporations to disruptive startups, we help organizations grow through communication and manage their reputations.Our global team is based in Europe, the US, and APAC. We collaborate closely to provide international clients with support in all the regions where they operate. Our curiosity and commitment to learning keep us at the forefront of new developments.Interested in applying or have any questions?Please reach out to hramsterdam@cognitomedia.nl if you have any questions.