Account Executive

2 Days ago • 2 Years +

About the job

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Company Description

As one of the first SA agencies operating in the CRM space with a database division devoted entirely to CRM, we use human insights combined with strong creative ideas to create smart, results-driven digital work. We are part of Publicis Groupe. With digital experience across financial services, automotive, Petro chemical, FMCG, retail, pharmaceutical, tobacco and NGOs, we offer solid customer engagement, longer tenure and ultimately increased customer spend.

Job Description

  • Meet/liaise with clients
  • Manage a portfolio of accounts
    • Receive briefs/debriefs on projects
    • Attend status meetings at various businesses
    • Keep a detailed list of projects on the go with timelines/deadlines
    • Compile quotations to be approved by management before sending on to client
    • Manage projects from start to finish i.e.  Follow up with studio/client to ensure deadlines are met
  • Engage in project management duties
  • Attend meetings with clients (when required)
  • Maintain good relationships with clients
  • Assist with writing client reports
  • Assist with traffic and driving work in studio
  • Undertake administration tasks related to the client portfolio

Qualifications

  • A relevant tertiary qualification
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Account Executive in an Advertising Agency
  • Proficient in MS Word (i.e., Word / Excel / PowerPoint)
  • Well versed in Digital
  • A good command of the English & Afrikaans language (both verbal and written)
  • CRM experience
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Strong organisational and administration skills
  • Strong time management skills
  • Strong multi-tasking skills (ability to work on more than one brief at any given time)
  • Business savvy with strong numerical skills
  • Ability to grasp concepts, systems and processes
  • Understand customer journeys and maps
  • Advantageous:
    • An understanding of Marketing Automation/Technology (Martech)
    • FMCG, retail experience
    • Financial services/Insurance account experience

Additional Information

  • Team player with the ability to work independently
  • Able to remain calm in a highly pressurized environment
  • Assertive
  • Accountable
  • Proactive
  • Resilient
  • Problem solver / solution driven
  • Deadline driven
  • Meticulous with attention to detail
  • Other:
    • Flexible to work beyond normal office hours (overtime if and when required)
    • Comfortable to work from Publicis Groupe office (if and when required)
    • Willing to work on alcohol brands (if and when required)

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks after submitting your application, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

Publics group is proud to be an Equal opportunity employer and prohibits any forms of Discrimination or Harassment. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees in line with our Employment Equity Plan. All appointments will be based on qualifications, experience and best fit but preference will be given to all candidates from designated groups.

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