Job title: Account Manager 

Focus

This role is principally about running the management and delivery of multi-channel projects on a large account. It requires a can-do approach and the drive and ability to spearhead and drive a project forward independently, from concept to production using excellent negotiation and client management skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Links idea to execution from the client to the agency through drafting great creative briefs.
• Runs account projects including timing plans, production budgets, timing plans, resource, client requests etc.
• Progresses project with initiative and understanding, based on client insight and the role played by other departments.
• Ensures all requirements are being met in terms of overall project delivery by continual reviews with the team.
• Organises and is accountable for timelines, status reports and internal reviews.
• Builds and own a good, long-lasting relationship with clients, the account, planning and creative teams.
• Understanding of the client’s business and solid knowledge of the competitive market in which the brand operates.
• The ability to present and sell creative ideas, by persuading the client of its merits.
• Has responsibility for the financial activity on the account.
• Accurately estimates and invoices activity on the account.
• Understands the company strategic tools and qualitative and quantitative research and their pros and cons.
• Undertake/oversees good competitive reviews and compiles brand audits.
• Supervises and provides appropriate direction to the team Account Executive and other members.

Main Competencies:

Creativity: Fosters and drives creative excellence; embraces populist creativity and the creative ambition of the network; identifies and exploits opportunities that enhance creative reputation.

Strategic Thinking: Drives the long-term strategic vision of company brands and the company network; has strong industry/category insight.

Project Management: Ensures smooth, effective and timely delivery whilst balancing conflicting priorities and managing resources.

Business/Financial Acumen: Makes sound commercial decisions; drives for results and looks for growth opportunities.

Client Relationships: Understands the client's business; develops strong client relationships with counterparts and beyond.

Innovation: Conversant in digital/360 comms; receptive to new ideas and willing to challenge the status quo.

Collaboration: Pro-active team player who builds and maintains effective relationships, works for collective goals and supports colleagues.

Skills/Experience:

• Displays a grounded understanding of FMCG brands.
• 2 - 3 years advertising agency experience.
• Local market knowledge.

Education:

• Degree qualified

Required to start: A.S.A.P

Contact: Ms Susan Hoang

•  Mail: Susan.ho@firstrecruitment-asia.com
• Tel: (+848) 3915 4343 +84 (0) 914 223 767