Account Manager

We are looking for an "
Account Manager
" for a leading Advertising group. The Account Manager should have solid experience with Automotive clients. The position will be reporting to the Account Director.

• Coordinate the planning and execution of advertising activities
• Guide day-to-day development of advertising activities within approved plan.
• Ensure progressive stages are approved with adequate time to meet schedules.
• Coordinate with media, creative, and the account group so that workflow is managed seamlessly, and deadlines are adhered to.
• Consult with creative, media, and strategy to communicate client objectives and to troubleshoot any challenges.
• Submit cost estimates to client for approval.
• Serve as liaison between client and the agency teams
• Ability to manage workload, accomplish tasks and manage others.
• Clearly communicate updates and developments to managers and cross functional teams.
• Maintain a positive and forward-thinking attitude.
• Demonstrate a strong ability to coordinate the day-to-day of the client deliverables including organizing, retaining and management of relevant account documents, scheduling important internal and external meetings, and helping to maintain client financials.

• 5 years of experience in Account Management
• Graduate in any field, a degree in the advertising/communications field will be preferred
• Knowledge of the advertising industry, creative and production aspects
• Strong influencing style and executive presence; articulate and confident
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Persuasive ability and assertiveness while dealing with tricky issues
• Strong interpersonal, presentation and communication skills
• Ability to analyse and interpret information