Senior Account Manager
- Location:
- Kent jobs
- Salary:
- 35-40k
- Company:
- A1 Secured Ltd
- Job type:
- Permanent jobs
- Date posted:
- 06/11/2009 16:16
- Job id:
- 45881075
- Contact:
- Anthony Ovenden
- Ref:
- Totaljobs/1393-440
Position: Senior Account Manager
Location: Kent
Salary: 35-40k
Ref: 1393-440
Manage designated client accountsUnderstand and provide solutions to clients’ communication requirements
Ensure all designated projects are completed to time and budget
Deputize as team leader in absence of Account Director/Director of Client Services
Roles and responsibilitiesPrincipal client contact on all account management issues
Works with the client to identify communication needs to achieve marketing objectives on designated accounts
Take clear and accurate client briefs and be able to communicate these effectively to relevant personnel within the agency
Review content of projects to ensure they meet the approved brief
Schedule and lead regular (weekly) status meetings to review ongoing projects
Implement organized and efficient project management systems consistent with Oversee the preparation of all estimates and schedules on designated accounts
Immediately re-estimate projects whenever the initial brief changes alerting Director, Client Services to this
Monitor time spent on projects to ensure deliverables are met within the schedule and to budget
Liaise internally with the financial accountant to ensure projects are reconciled and invoiced in a timely and accurate manner
Gain understanding of accurate forecasting to work with senior staff in providing recommendations for designated accounts
Recognize and exploit new business opportunities within existing accounts
Take a pro-active roll in developing and presenting new business pitches and credentials
Assist in training, development and mentorship of new/junior client services staff
Key Skills Ability to rapidly establish strong rapport with new and existing clients
Good presentation skills
Solid understanding of all agency processes and activities
Ability to take and give good briefs
Ability to work well under pressure
Clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities for all personnel within the agency
Good product knowledge on all relevant accounts and associated products
Strong report writing ability
Ability to develop and present project proposals
Developing management and leadership skills
Ability to assist Account Director/Director of Client Services in developing, leading and motivating team
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