Senior Account Manager

New live role in the market! Are you looking to join a well-established independently-owned creative agency? Are you already a stellar Intermediate Account Manager well-versed in client service and making things happen? We are actively recruiting for this busy agency with bucketloads of work coming in. Apply now to join the team! 

On behalf of our client, we’re recruiting for a digitally-focused Senior Account Manager who will play an intricate role in the day-to-day management of senior clients. You’ll have a solid history of agency client service and proven experience in the planning, delivery and measuring of timely and profitable media campaigns. 

Your problem-solving skills and exceptional time management abilities will allow you to effortlessly oversee multiple projects and teams at once, ensuring that all tasks are executed to the agency’s standards. You’ll keep detailed WIPs and tracking reports, as well as prepare monthly forecasts and budgets to keep projects on track and within scope. This role is client-focussed and works closely with the creative team and does not have a direct report. 

Asking the right questions is key in identifying and addressing client needs while putting together effective marketing and advertising strategies. Working with cross-functional teams, you’ll be able to craft clear and concise briefs to ensure smooth execution.

With a natural ability to develop and nurture client relationships, you’ll show initiative and always go above and beyond to impress and encourage growth of existing accounts. The ability to bring in new and profitable business to the agency would be a bonus! 

Last but not least, the role requires an individual who has a sense of ownership and passion for creative work, and a true team player who enjoys seeing the results of hard work. Sound like you? Apply today!

The breakdown

We are looking for an accomplished gun with:

• Min 8+ years’ agency experience in a client service role

Proven results and experience in:

• Building and maintaining client relationships with high-profile brands
• Identifying and converting new opportunities from new and existing relationships 
• High-level time management with the ability to manage multiple projects at once
• Management of the agency teams to ensure projects are completed to budgets and timelines
• Keeping detailed project statuses and tracking reports
• Preparing monthly forecasts and budgets
• Presenting with excellent oral and written communication skills
• Preparing creative briefs and ensuring successful delivery
• Ensuring all work produced reflects creative strategy and core values and direction
• Understanding of the need to achieve business goals and promote growth within existing clients 

Are you someone who is:

• A problem solver with sound judgement?
• Resilient and doesn’t give up?
• Confident in all areas of communications?
• Focused and has great attention to detail?
• Innovative and solutions-focused?
• Personable and relatable?
• Naturally enthusiastic for creative work?

The reward

• $110,000 per annum + KiwiSaver
• Carpark available

Mandatory requirements

• Must have a relevant tertiary qualification (marketing, comms)
• Must be residing in and have the right to work in New Zealand 

Apply today

If this role sounds like you, apply today or e-mail [email protected] with a summary of why you may be interested in this position.