AddressWhy is this an exciting opportunity
Be a part of the Publicis Groupe family one of the world’s most progressive and dynamic modern communications businesses enjoying all the perks that come with our network offering:
- Taking time out – enjoy your Birthday off, additional 5 days leave after 2 years’ service, inclusive leave policies such as Fertility Treatment, Menopause, Flexible Public Holidays, Gender Affirmation and Parental leave.
- Work Your World – our program enabling employees the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world for up to 6 weeks per year.
- Diversity and Inclusion – we care about people showing up as their authentic self. Get involved in one of our Employee Resource Groups to contribute beyond your day to day.
- Wholeself – free access to Sonder, flu vaccinations and regular seminars and events supporting your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
- Grow & develop – enjoy extensive L&D opportunities through our online learning platform, Marcel, a Next Gen board, regular internal sessions, Buddy Up (our mentor program), paid study days and access to the MFA and ACA for industry learnings.
- Celebrate – we’re big on celebrating and shouting out about great work. We’ve got informal and regular formal awards, anniversary celebrations and referral bonuses.
- Work, your way – our Publicis Liberté flexible working approach means we value your contribution, not where you’re sitting
You will be joining a talented and well recognised agency with credentials:
- 1x AdNews Media Trading Team
- 1x win & 10+ nominations (eg. 30 under 30, women in media, next of the best)
- 26x Trade & PR Content
- 2x B&T - Top 10 Recognition (CEO – Rainmaker and COO – Big Spender)
- B&T - Starcom ‘Gold’ for August – Best Performing Agency in Market
- B&T Award Nominations – Best Digital Transformation and Best Audio Campaigns
In recognition of Starcom’s unmatched ability to deliver incredible work which has achieved phenomenal business success. We’re delighted to be in a position to find the best talent in the industry.
You will be working across a well-known Telco client that’s open to new innovative executions or media firsts that will challenge your mindset.
This is your chance to join a winning agency filled with talented individuals who want to exceed expectations and do great work.
If the values Simple’s Better | Boldly Go | Own it | Stand Together resonate, then this is the role for you.
The transformation you will experience
As part of the HX Planning and Activation team, the Account Manageris responsible for planning, client service, and managing & developing the Account Executive and Coordinator. The Account Manager project manages all relevant craft specialists in the creation of client work and supports collaboration across the agency to ensure strong client relationships on a day to day basis. This role will work across one of the agency's biggest clients, an innovative technology led Telco business that is a challenger brand, who are consistently open to testing and learning as well as delivering media firsts. You will have the opportunity to lead the planning on some of the most dynamic campaigns with impressive content sponsorships and partnerships across all key channels in TV, Radio, OOH, BVOD, and audio; there is also potential for planning input into digital mediums.
Your scope will include:
- Supports client leads to deliver innovative and creative solutions to client briefs
- Works collaboratively across Starcom and across network as needed – uses good knowledge of products and services to drive business value for clients and Starcom.
- Executes solutions through the communications planning process
- Collaborates with the HX Partnership to deliver implementation planning excellence
- Project manages client plans to ensure accuracy and budget
- Builds strong client relationship as a trusted member of the agency village
- Oversee the financial management including invoicing and payments process in line with contractual terms agreed
- Provides accurate plan details and updates to clients
- Champions operational excellence across all campaign and project delivery
- Sets example to team to keep abreast of current and future industry thinking and trends
- Manages the team including focusing on providing opportunities for them to deliver on individual personal growth plans
- Manages the overall delivery of campaign across all craft disciplines
- Presents regularly both internally and to clients
- Understands the trading implications of planning decisions made to ensure Starcom and client objectives are delivered
What you’re looking for
- A supportive and collaborative culture
- Clients who are open to be challenged and working progressively.
- Opportunity to fulfil your career ambitions in a business large enough to accommodate them - we have one of the best mobility programs GLOBALLY!
What type of person will be successful in this role
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Good all round client knowledge including category and brand
- Strong client relationship management skills
- People management experience
- Awareness of latest market developments and trends
- Expertise across industry planning tools to deliver optimum plans for client KPIs/target
- Deep knowledge and understanding of financial management tool eg BCC and MScope
- Strong working knowledge of the media marketplace and new opportunities
- Attention to detail that is second to none
- Able to provide solutions and think outside of the box
- A collaborative team member who thrives in working with others
- A true professional with strong time management and the ability to juggle multiple priorities
- Strong organisation skills with a love for being one step ahead
- Has a curious nature with a willingness for continuous learning and fearless growth
If you don’t tick every box in this ad, please don’t rule yourself out. Research suggests that women and other people in underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. We focus on hiring people who share our values of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, fearlessness, and integrity, rather than ticking boxes – so if this role resonates with you, please apply.
Diversity. Inclusion. Equity. More than just words, these are part of our DNA. At Publicis Groupe we are committed to the inclusion and recognition of all people; regardless of race, age, culture, ability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status and religious affiliation. We believe that to deliver the best solutions to our clients, our people need to reflect the diverse communities in which our clients operate in. We value diversity and the skills, knowledge and experience that difference brings to our culture and solutions.
