The purpose of this roles is to support the Client Director in delivery on the account, managing the capabilities and team to ensure on-time delivery and excellence in execution.This is a key role in driving collaboration internally and externally with the client and partners.Job Title :Senior Account Manager - Sampling & Activations (12 month fixed term)Job Description :Receive additional annual leave days after 2 years of service plus additional wellness days each yearUnlimited learning opportunities with our global online learning platform, dentsu UniversityJoin a collaborative and innovative close-knit team in a dog friendly officeAbout usdentsu Aotearoa, are one of Asia Pacific's largest and most awarded Agency Networks, and when you join us, you're becoming part of one team.A team with diverse talents in creative, advertising, media, experience design, and technology. And one with a shared ambition : to innovate the way brands are built.We know the work is only as unique and awesome as our people, which is why we're not looking for a culture fit'. We want a culture add'.We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace so you can show up to work as your full self and reach your full potential.As an experienced Senior Account Manager (or Account Manager ready to step up) at dentsu Creative you'll be joining a high performing team and a global dentsu community of over 60,000 in over 145 countries.Our collaborative and agile ways of working mean you'll develop versatile skills and be exposed to new and exciting thinking.Combine that with a pioneering spirit at making a positive impact on brands, society, and each other and you'll soon realise why we're at the forefront of the digital economy.What your role and typical day might look likeA Senior Account Manager develops solutions for our clients and collaborating with people across the creative and wider dentsu Aotearoa community, including facilitating concept development, writing client proposals and presenting to clients with confidence.You'll be tasked to develop and grow strong client relationships and lead campaign delivery to a high level. This includes Project Management across Sampling (45%), Activations (45%) and Influencer (10%) activity, integrating with the creative team on how to bring these activations to life, whist helping to upskill and mentor junior team members too.Responsibilities could includeExperience on proposal writing and presenting with confidence to clients, while navigating changing client needs and complexities that arise.Managing commercials, understanding commercial goals of the client and articulating back into value for the client and deliverables for the team.Managing financial targets and budgets, manage project finances and team performance.Continuously building on strong relationships with clients and supplies, which will include negotiating and uncovering new opportunities.Delivery focused and solutions orientated, priding yourself on ability to deliver campaign to a high standard end to end.Supporting and mentoring the juniors to work cohesively throughout the campaign planning, execution and post campaign analysis.Ability to motivate self and others, whilst working with a high degree of flexibly and ingenuity due to a constantly evolving nature of work.A bit about youPrevious experience working in a creative / advertising agency, ideally in a sampling and activations role, or events management background would be helpful.Ability to multitask effectively across different projects / clients, as you'll be supporting a portfolio of clients in different industries.Proactive communication style, high attention to detail, and efficient time management skills. The nature of work is dynamic, so you'll need to roll with the changes to get the best outcomes you can.Proven client relationship and project management skills across multiple accounts as an Account Manager. Ability to translate between clients and teams and deliver the ROI that meets or exceeds the clients expectations.Experience supporting junior team members, upskilling and mentoring their development.Results orientated, collaborative and self driven.A good understanding of Excel and Powerpoint, both are going to be key tools for your day to day.Become a champion for meaningful progressAt dentsu Aotearoa, our diverse and inclusive culture enables our employees to bring their whole selves to work and be proud of doing so.For us, this is the foundation for great innovation which, in turn, generates better outcomes for our people, partners and communities.This is why we encourage applications from people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures.If you want to belong to a one global network where opportunities are limitless we look forward to you joining the journey.Next StepsSound exactly like the sort of role for you? Apply now!#J-18808-Ljbffr
