Senior Account Executive at Willers Solutions

Our client a reputable firm is looking to fill the role of a SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Senior Account Executives plan and execute client activities in a timely and proactive manner under the supervision of an Assistant Manager or a higher-level supervisor. Senior Account Executives play an active role in coordinating and implementing daily account activities on behalf of clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• · Responsible for the day-to-day agency efforts on behalf of the client, occasionally taking an active role in programme development and consistently playing an active role in the development of media materials.
• Maintain regular contact with clients to accommodate and better anticipate their needs; respond to their needs in a timely and efficient manner.
• Demonstrate ability to effectively develop full range of materials including media materials, byline articles, speeches, client correspondence and reports.
• Develop and write media releases, fact sheet, and photo captions.
• Implement media events, press conferences/briefing, media tours, etc. and develop editorial/media contacts.
• Assist with research for new business opportunities and client presentations.
• Initiate and maintain a variety of status files including conference reports, contracts, job starts, production estimates, competitive activity and job status reports.
• Monitor internal status of jobs and due dates; advise senior team members of developments; verify billing accuracy.
• Facilitate and coordinate various project elements; prioritize and manage high volume of detail work.
•  Research and pitch ideas to target media.
• Demonstrate a team player attitude by being flexible and responsible; be a self-starter.
• Continuously strive to increase knowledge of company policies and procedures as well as client business.

SKILLS

• Strong writing skills
• Strong listening skills
• Strong verbal communications skills in addition to business presentation skills
• Proven ability to effectively organize and manage multiple responsibilities
• Strong understanding of public relations and tactics, including media relations
• Knowledge in integrating research and creative concepts into account activity
• Project Management: ability to develop and manage timelines
• Computer Skills: efficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet research 
• Team Oriented and Self Motivated
• Ability to work well with others, including team members and multiple project managers, as well as effectively work independently
• Cultural Fit: exhibit a positive, flexible attitude that lends itself to client service, as well as EPIC  

REQUIREMENTS

• Min of B.Sc. in Marketing, Communications or related field
• Min of 5+ years as a SENIOR KEY ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE in a marketing/ advertising firm

Note*** Only qualified candidates will be shortlisted. Interested Candidates should send CV “MS WORD” to job@willerssolutions.com using “SENIOR KEY ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE” as the mail subj.