We are looking for an Account Manager for a boutique marketing communication agency. The position is based in Bucharest, Romania.
THE ROLE
The company is searching for an Account Manager to assume project and budget management responsibilities, managing strategies and overseeing implementation for: integrated / TTL campaigns, corporate and brand communication, creative directions, CSR & ESG campaigns, employer branding, crisis communication, social media content, etc., for both B2B and B2C clients. Furthermore, she/he will be involved in pitching, tactics proposals, and offers for new clients. Experience, execution, and establishing meaningful connections are key aspects of this position.
Main responsibilities
- Managing integrated campaigns, with the support of PR, creative, and production colleagues;
- Creating and implementing communication strategies across channels, for B2B and B2C clients;
- Engaging in monitoring the media landscape for new opportunities and assisting with a deep understanding of industry trends to provide strategic communication recommendations;
- Managing client relationships through effective communication, problem-solving attitude, and fast responding to requests;
- Proposing proactively innovative ideas for client development;
- Offering support and crafting pitching strategies to effectively communicate and present the company's value proposition;
- Displaying creative initiative to lead and advocate for innovative ideas;
- Building strong and impactful connections with clients, providers, and relevant stakeholders.
- Identifying new providers for agency’s projects;
- Delivering a consistently excellent service and outputs;
- Managing budgets;
- Being a part of marketing initiatives that contribute to the agency's growth;
- Supporting business development initiatives;
- Keeping the team and the clients up to date by maintaining accurate records of meetings, decisions, and next steps.
REPORTING
The Account Manager will report to the agency’s CEO.
THE CANDIDATE
Requirements
- At least 3-5 years’ experience in account management / client service, in an advertising or communication agency;
- Background in strategizing and overseeing the implementation of integrated campaigns;
- Strategic abilities and business acumen, with the capacity to lead new business pitches;
- Intrapreneurial and resourceful approach;
- Enthusiasm to work with various clients, across industries;
- Ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with clients, internal and external teams, providers, and other stakeholders;
- University studies, preferably in Communication, Journalism, or social sciences;
- Fluent in English.
Professional Profile
- Strategic and creative thinking, with exceptional client service focus;
- Analytical and business-oriented, with a proactive problem-solving approach;
- Very good project and stakeholder management capabilities;
- Strong communication and collaboration skills;
- Proactive and organised, with strong attention to details;
- Time and budget management abilities.
COMPANY BENEFITS
- An environment that fosters individual professional growth;
- Performance bonuses;
- Central & easy access location, with goodies in the office;
- Christmas/Easter photo shootings;
- Extra days off;
- Other specific benefits, to be discussed.