Mid-Senior Account Manager

We are looking for a mid-senior account manager with a strong grasp of current strategic and marketing tools. This person will lead integrated strategies from brief to execution. You will work on brands that include automotive, retail and other purpose-driven special projects.

You should be able to:

• Manage the running of an account from strategy and brief through to final outcome, following the agency processes meticulously
• Proactively build strong, collaborative relationships with all involved, from your client to your creative, media, digital, production, planning, administration and finance colleagues
• Confidently present and advocate for the work produced by your team, as well as effectively communicate your client’s strategic needs and feedback
• Ensure that the work is produced within deadline and budget parameters
• Write strong, clear, concise briefs
• Meticulously administer your project management tasks within the process
• Identify potential project issues and problem-solve accordingly
• Stay up to date on industry and market trends relating to both your brands and the agency
• Manage a budget

 This candidate must:

• Show a solid understanding of 360 marketing with a minimum of three years relevant experience
• Have a relevant marketing-related degree or diploma
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and people management skills
• Be collaborative, innovative, and flexible across multiple projects
• Be organised, self-motivated and able to make decisions on their own
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills, and an excellent command of English
• Have strong organisational and project management skills
• Display excellent attention to detail
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and have a knowledge of advertising agency systems such as Chase and Asana
• Have a track record that suggests leadership qualities and a sense of service

Please send your CV with a short covering letter and salary requirement to Kerry: kerry@hippocampus.co.za

If you have not heard from us in 10 days, please assume your application is unsuccessful.

Company Description

Hippocampus is an integrative creative agency based in Cape Town. Our focus is on developing remarkable creative thinking that is brought to life through crafted communication for clients both nationally and globally.

Posted on 20 Aug 10:05, Closing date 19 Oct