Account Manager
WPP Media
Full TimeNot specifiedPosted 22 days ago
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Overview
Position Type
Full Time
Experience
Not specified
Job Description
Position Summary:
- Own the day-to-day campaign delivery process and provide direct support to the wider account team.
- Develop strong working relationships with clients as well as internal teams and act as the daily contact for assigned workstreams.
- Direct line management of up to one team member.
Client Satisfaction
- Ensure client satisfaction is maintained throughout the campaign lifecycle.
- Develop a deep understanding of the client's industry and proactively share insights.
- Manage client expectations, including frequency of status updates and milestone reviews.
Team Happiness
- Ensure direct reports feel invested in, engaged, and motivated to deliver their best work.
- Provide timely and actionable feedback to aid in their development.
- Bring fun and support into the day-to-day life of the account.
Work Quality and Innovation
- Interrogate work and client deliverables to ensure they exceed expectations.
- Provide project management leadership during the campaign lifecycle.
- Identify potential risks, issues, and opportunities across briefs and processes.
Financial Strength and Operational Excellence
- Take responsibility for the end-to-end invoicing process, including managing to budget and reconciliation.
- Leverage stakeholder relationships to improve the campaign delivery process.
- Communicate financial risks as they arise.
Growth and Diversity of Clients
- Identify potential organic growth opportunities within assigned campaigns.
Competencies (Specific knowledge, skills and abilities):
- Proven problem-solving skills and ability to think outside the box.
- Solid grasp of digital marketing and deep knowledge of digital media.
- Thorough understanding of campaign-level financial management.
Supervisory Responsibility:
- Potential to line manage 1 direct report, supporting their career growth.
- Lead by example and motivate juniors on the team.
Required Education and Experience:
- Degree educated or equivalent professional experience.
- Proven and demonstrable experience in an Account Manager role or equivalent.