We are a team. We are accountable. We partner with our clients to deliver strategic creative we are proud of. We learn together, we create together, we win together. And most importantly we have fun together. About the Role: Ogilvy New Zealand is hiring a Senior Account Manager to work across two of the agency's most exciting accounts. The accounts are fast-paced, expand across multiple touch-points in each campaign and are packed with growth opportunities. The team and client are part of what makes this role so unique. The team are tight-knit, supportive, has no- egos and always looking for ways to have fun on the day-to-day. As a Senior Account Manager, you will need to know the business inside out and work with our Senior Account Director to be the client's trusted advisor. You will also be responsible for managing team members, and lifting the team around them, supporting through workloads, representing the account back to the agency, and championing the great work that is being built. Key Responsibilities: Build an open, honest, and trusting relationship with the client, the account management team, the creative department, and all other agency partners Create the best possible opportunities for creative development, by supporting teams in creative development and understanding how it delivers business challenges Work alongside a team, ensuring that teamwork and collaboration are front and centre of that process Be involved in team development and support your team environment through collaboration and inclusivity Approve/write creative briefs that are concise, and actionable and create a sense of direction and creative opportunity Approve creative work that is on strategy and ensure work is effectively presented and executed to clients Provide final account service approval on all production, print and any other product of the Agency's work Develop a thorough understanding of the client's brand and its competitive environment, so that the Agency is jointly driving the strategy and adding value to the relationship Work with internal stakeholders to get things done on time, on budget and at the right quality, including peers across departments and disciplines Manage the professional development of direct reports, including feedback and coaching and efficient delegation Develop a strong relationship with the client and ensure they are kept in the loop with work-in-progress Actively identify/develop additional business opportunities within assigned clients Experience & Skills: Be a great listener, then able to move proactively and quickly Lead the clients, not just reacting to briefs, anticipating their needs, and finding solutions Curious about how to develop strategy and a hunger to learn how to write an end-to-end strategy Ability to build strong agency inter-departmental and external agency relationships Sound financial management skills Demonstrate resilience, confidence, and tenacity Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong presentation abilities, including effective influence/persuasion skills Ability to handle a difficult situation with diplomacy and tact Ability to be a good judge of creative work in terms of factual accuracy and relevance to the brief About the Offer Central city open plan, architecturally designed office A flexible hybrid working environment to make sure work is working for you Latest Apple technology to get the job done with Barista quality coffee machine to fuel your caffeine fix and master your coffee art skills We have many cultural rituals throughout the week to keep the vibes high, you can also join our social club for more events Additional leave including birthday, loyalty, study, parental leave, long service, and summer day's leave A tailored personal development plan to help you identify and achieve your goals, coupled with a dedicated manager to support your career and personal development Confidential counselling support via EAP if personal or professional life throws you a curveball We'll give you a referral bonus for bringing other talented people into the business Access to discounts and vouchers for big household name brands via our benefits platform, Perkspace. "When people are having fun, they produce better work" – David Ogilvy, Founder. Please note: All applicants must have valid New Zealand working rights. Ogilvy New Zealand is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression. We believe in building powerful teamswithpurpose. This means hiring and nurturing talent across all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientation, and gender identities – and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality. Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve. This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr
