Job Overview

Apply now Are you looking for a new challenge in your career? An award winning media agency in Manchester is looking for a strategic Account Director to join their talented team! The agency are specialists in paid social and social media, display and data, where the Account Director will be looking over all disciplines to delivery successful media strategies achieving set KPIs and client objectives. The successful candidate will be working closely with their teams to ensure excellent work flow and task delegation. This agency is growing rapidly and is already represented around the UK with offices in London, Manchester and Edinburgh. The successful candidate must be confident in speaking with clients and be able to carry out big and small presentations. The Account Director must have the full overview over all tasks so they are able to provide assistance where necessary. Daily management of client relationships and workflow are key responsibilities, while working closely with specialists to complete briefs across all digital and media disciplines. Main responsibilities and required skills of the Account Director: The candidate needs to have a full knowledge of online/offline / OOHPrevious experience working in an agencyEnhance the relationship between clients and agencyEnsure all deadlines are met and objectives are achievedAttend marketing meeting, for clients including presentation of the newest media opportunitiesIdentify and develop new business and be part of the full process from conversation to pitch media ideas which regularly require travelling and overnight staysMaintaining relationships with media owners is a key responsibility for the Account DirectorMaintain client's media schedules and lead rate negotiationsLead and mentor the junior staff in the company and share knowledge Required skills of the Account Director: Previous experience working with communication and media strategies across all media channelsMinimum 5 years of media buying and hands on client account management experienceProven track record in developing and growing businessUnderstanding of market research platforms like Mintel, Nielsen, Hitwise and TGIVery strong organisational skills to keep the full overview of projects and client requirementsThe candidate must have a passion for media and ensure they are up to date on new trends to brief clientsPrevious experience in producing performance reports for clients and measure conversions and CPAHave a strong professional and commercial mindsetExcellent communication and presentation skills are essential, as the candidate must be comfortable with pitching and present media ideasHave a strong passion for media and striving to deliver successful media campaignsAbility to work in a fast paced environmentGreat analytical skills Apply online now!

Key Requirements

Account Management Analytical Management Presentations Strategies