Account Executive Job Description

  
Account Executive Job Description

Learn more about becoming an Account Executive in the UK.

Department
Direct Reports
Reports to
Account Manager
Job Grade
Location
Date
March 2013

Overall Purpose of the Job

To get clients’ messages across to the public, acting as the main point of contact between the agency and client.
You will work closely with senior and creative teams to deliver a great service to aid client retention.

Key Responsibilities

Research clients’ products, services, plans, competitors and target markets
Meet clients for briefings and present proposals to clients for approval
Brief agency colleagues, work with them to plan and implement the best solutions for the client, challenging briefs where necessary
Ensure that projects are completed on time and to budget. Long hours are common and staff are expected to work flexibly to meet project deadlines
Travel frequently to meetings and socialise with clients when required
Meet clients to discuss strategy and report on progress
Respond to clients requests as and when they arise
Take part in pitches for new contracts
Ensure clients receive the best possible service and experience at all times
Look for opportunities for new clients and opportunities
Coordinate the work and energy of diverse types of people
Process strong desire to advance in account management career
Assume responsibility and ownership for work
Effectively manage time and prioritise deadlines
Handle a variety of tasks simultaneously
Write and Speak effectively
Maintain awareness of current research, marketplace and the competitive environment of the client’s industry in order to make effective recommendations
Effectively represent the Agency product to the client and educate them as to its applicability to their business
Prepare project estimates and facilitate client authorisation
Handle accounts as if you have primary responsibility
Prepare regular billing and budget reports
Ensure maximum profitability is maintained throughout project
Establish internal deadlines and coordinate with other teams to ensure that the project is of the highest quality and completed on time

Job Holder Skills & Experience Required

Essential
Excellent relationship building and communication skillsExcellent negotiating and influencing skillsHigh attention to detail and excellent organisational skillsQuick to absorb and analyse large amounts of informationEnthusiastic, energetic and imaginativeApproachable, energetic and imaginativeAble to present ideas with convictionIT literateAble to work independently and as part of a teamCommercially awareSmart in appearanceIntense interest in marketingDesirable

Experience working in agency environment
Experience working on business to business accounts

Job Holder Education & Qualifications Required

Essential

E.g. Degree level educated
At least three A levels

Desirable

E.g. Prince 2 qualified
Degree in relevant field e.g. Marketing, Advertising, Business

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