Account Executive (18-Month Contract)

Lpi Group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A Creative Engagement Agency in Toronto seeks a Marketing Coordinator to assist in executing marketing projects for clients. The ideal candidate should have 1-3 years of experience, preferably from an agency, with strong organizational and communication skills. Responsibilities include collaborating with the account team, managing project timelines and contributing to client meetings. This role offers a hybrid work schedule and generous benefits including health care coverage and a pension match.

Benefits

Hybrid work schedule

Pension match

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Professional development sessions

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience preferably in an agency environment or relevant internship.
• Strong relationships and understanding of clients' business.
• Understanding of shopper marketing and digital tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Account Manager to develop and execute marketing projects.
• Maintain status reports and contribute to client meetings.
• Liaise with Creative and Studio departments to ensure project delivery.

Skills

Experience in an agency environment

Excellent communication skills

Time management and multi-tasking

Problem-solving skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Business, Marketing, Advertising, or Communications

Job description

WHO IS LPi GROUP?

LPi Group is an independent Creative Engagement Agency with a focus on Shopper and Commerce Marketing. We are a team of experienced and passionate marketing professionals who help our clients sell more. Through exceptional creative and effective workflows, we deliver high-quality services and solutions that elevate our clients’ brands to the next level.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Work closely with an Account Manager and Account Director to develop and execute marketing projects for assigned clients
• Assist Account Manager in the creation and maintenance of several internal documents
• Review program information and proactively identify upcoming needs; be aware of market trends and industry news
• Develop project timelines and estimates
• Maintain weekly status reports and contribute to client status meetings & check ins
• Liaise with Creative and Studio departments, ensuring projects are on schedule and on budget
• Attend weekly Account Team meetings and brainstorm sessions as scheduled
• Monthly program invoicing/program reporting

YOUR AREAS OF EXPERTISE

• You bring 1-3 years experience preferably in an agency environment or completion of a related internship or co-op program while in school will also be considered
• Post-secondary education in Business, Marketing, Advertising, or Communications or combined experience and education will be considered
• Exposure to financial and budget management within school or through previous work experience.
• Shopper marketing experience and knowledge of the Canadian retail landscape is an asset
• Understanding and experience implementing shopper digital tools and in store execution is considered an asset
• You build strong relationships, becoming a trusted advisor to your clients by understanding their business, industry, and competitive landscape
• Positive and proactive approach to problem solving – resourceful and innovative with an ability to see the bigger picture
• Excellent organization, time management and multi-tasking skills with a keen attention to detail and ability to thrive in a complex environment with tight timelines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Deep understanding and high care for the things you engage in
• Superior attention to detail with innate curiosity and a desire to learn

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT LPi GROUP

• Hybrid work schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday work at the office; Monday & Friday work from home
• Pension match: LPi-ers can contribute up to 3% of their base salary each pay period and LPi Group matches their contribution 100%
• Generous Total Rewards Plan: Including comprehensive health and dental benefits, annual incentive plan, and paid time off
• LPiQ: In-person learning sessions led by subject matter experts for ongoing professional and personal development

Job Description Subject to Change

This job description may evolve as the business needs change. You will be expected to take an adaptive approach to any new requirements that may emerge within the agency.

DISCLAIMER

LPiGroup is an equal opportunity employer.LPiGroup is dedicated to barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Employment Standards of the province of Ontario.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skillsrequired.LPiGroup reserves the right to alter and/or cancel work schedules and total compensation programs including group benefits from time to time to correspond to project changes, industry changes and standards, the best interests of the agency, and to conform to legislative requirements.

Please note, only qualified candidates will be contacted.