What we're looking for:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Account Manager to join our dynamic and innovative team at VML Riyadh. As a Senior Account Manager, you will manage the day-to-day operation of the account while contributing meaningful perspectives to the marketing and communication strategies and direction.

What you'll do: 

• Manage internal agency relationships in order to get things done in the most time and cost efficient way for your client 
• Develop a thorough understanding of clients’ business and industry 
• Keep track of clients’ activities closely to make sure marketing objectives are met according to marketing plan 
• Identify key market needs and challenges, recommend and adapt new strategies to react to changing business trends 
• Look for opportunities, anticipate openings for initiatives and plan for the unexpected 
• Build a good relationship with the client and become a trusted source in the company 
• Lead the Account Team by fostering teamwork 
• Develop the Account Team’s career paths and day-to-day training and oversee their work as necessary by focusing on developing their abilities. 
• Provide support for the Account Planners and understand, interpret and apply market research insights 
• Manage the cash flow, budget control sheets and have a solid control over job charges and cost controls  
• Report to the AD on a regular basis in order to keep them sufficiently updated and informed on the day to day operations and progress of work through the processes internally 
• Manage multiple accounts; develop positive working relationships with all customer touch points 
• Prepare campaign insights reporting, including analysis and research 

What you'll need:

• BS/BA in marketing or advertising specialization 
• Min 3 years experience as an Account Executive within an agency 
• Computer Skills: Microsoft Office 
• Project management Skills 
• Time management Skills 
• Presentation and writing skills 
• Attention to detail  
• Communication skills  
• Flexibility and problem solving skills 
• Resourceful in finding information  
• Creative mind 
• Understanding and appreciation of great advertising – good creative judgment 
• General awareness of society and interest in brands  
• Strategic curiosity and knowledge in interactive/digital space 
• Entrepreneurial spirit 
• Team player 
• Eager - willing to pitch-in on anything 
• Dynamic personality able to effectively engage and influence a variety of audiences at all levels of a business 
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities, balancing client deliverables on multiple projects as well as internal obligations 
• A focus on relationships, able to gain trust through communication, expectation setting and completion of planned deliverables

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