Senior Account Executive

  • Ref:2410
  • Date Published:2010-08-05
  • Consultant:Oliver Woolnough
  • Type:Permanent
  • Category:General
  • Location:City
  • Salary:£25,000 + £3k

Fantastic opportunity with an exciting media marketing/events company - Joining the company at an exciting time of expansion and growth. We require a Senior Account Executive to join the team.

This post will suit someone with 2 or more years of experience, with a real want to become an Account Manager and have a great positive attitutde!

£25k + bonus of £3k pa + trips to LA

To support the Marketing Manager
To attend and perform pitches to new and existing clients
To develop relationships with clients and take ownership of accounts and projects with support from the Marketing Manager
Accounts include Major Brands and clients – you won’t be disappointed!!
Take ownership of each creative brief from conception to sign off
To brainstorm creative ideas within the team
Research and write creative, targeted proposals that are in-keeping with brands and objectives
Event Management including conception and on-site management. This will include international event
Leading Account Coordinators and Handlers with your experience when required
Creating and managing budgets
To research and build relationships with new suppliers (hotels, flight companies and restaurants). Negotiate rates with suppliers to secure the best rates.
Maintain and update company client log weekly
To keep abreast of current trends including new venues, media releases, competitors etc in order to offer the latest events, prizes and promotions on behalf the organisation.

Essential Skills:

Confidence to communicate with high-profile clients and suppliers of all levels
Strong administration skills and budget management
Excellent creativity with the ability to produce creative, brand- focussed briefs.
Strong time management and project management skills.
Knowledge of national and international hotels, venues, suppliers and events.
A keen interest in the media
Outgoing and a good team player with a great positive attitude!
Second Language desirable

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