At M&C Saatchi Fabric
M&C Saatchi Fabric are a creative comms agency working with some of the world’s biggest brands developing campaigns that are at the cutting edge of culture. Clients include adidas, Reebok, Coca-Cola and Bowers & Wilkins. The agency are looking for experienced Account Manager to join the growing team. Location: London
Requirements:
- PR, campaign and influencer experience - Strong knowledge of the media, social media and digital landscapes - Love of youth culture, pop culture and an ear to the ground for the latest trends - First class communication skills, including document writing and presentations
Your Role
We’re looking for someone who demonstrates a clear passion for, and knowledge in, the lifestyle and culture space, living and breathing fashion, music, fitness and street culture and having an ear to the ground for the latest trends. You will be responsible for the efficient day-to-day management of some of the agencies most high-profile accounts. You are the central component in the team, ensuring the smooth delivery of all campaigns and you display strong skills in both managing up to ADs and down to AEs. You’ll look to drive your accounts forward and you are always one step ahead, managing the overall workload ensuring all deliverables are completed on time and to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
• Ensure that accounts are run as smoothly as possible • Day-to-day contact with your clients • Being the central cog in your team to ensure actions are identified and completed in a timely manner • Ensure that the client always feels they are getting the best, most professional service possible • Provide informed counsel to clients • Viewed by clients and peers as a trusted member of the team
Can Do Attitude:
• Positive, proactive and solutions driven- always thinking one step ahead • Responsibility and accountability on accounts- take ownership and are accountable
Media Management:
• Have strong knowledge of media, especially in the trend, lifestyle and culture spaces • Build quality relationships with key media across all relevant clients • Manage and drive rich editorial opportunities including exclusives, interviews and features • Continually monitor media for all client coverage and articles of interest • Aware of all coverage from initial sell in to delivery, and oversee the reporting process
Initiative and Problem Solving:
• The ability to both identify and solve problems before your ADs or clients do • Thinking ahead and have your clients and brands front of mind • Be proactive in spotting opportunities
Relationships:
• Display strong working relationships with your team • Display strong relationships with clients, both in terms of rapport and respect. The client should trust your opinion and counsel
Presentation Skills:
• Strong document and presentation writing skills • Developing your physical presentation skills and building confidence in competently talking clients though a document or pitching an idea • Communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing throughout internal and client facing comms
Social and Digital Media:
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of social media platforms and the digital landscape • Develop an understanding of emerging technology and its potential use in marketing • Monitor both client and competitor channels on a regular basis • Provide strategic counsel to the client based on their social objectives • Manage the reporting process, including drawing key insights to inform strategic recommendations
Experiential:
• Work to ensure that campaign activations are delivered on time and within budget, flagging early any issues or concerns to ADs • Plan, organise and manage events, including co-ordinating: venues, invitations, guest lists, press materials, managing suppliers etc.
Budgets and Reporting:
• Oversee status reports and ensure that they are delivered to the client on time • Responsible for ensuring that budgets are correct and are being effectively managed
Management of AEs:
• Keep all members of the team up-to-date with account work and ensure that regular internal status meetings are arranged, keeping ADs informed • Give clear guidance and constant feedback to your AEs