Client Manager

Forsman & Bodenfors; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Forsman & Bodenfors is looking for a Client Manager in Toronto to lead integrated marketing programs and manage client relationships. This entry-level role is perfect for those with agency experience ready for mentorship. Enjoy a range of benefits including unlimited PTO and hybrid work model.

Benefits

Unlimited PTO

Comprehensive benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Annual Learning Allowance

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of account management and client strategy.
• Must have experience in project coordination.
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage integrated marketing programs.
• Foster collaboration with team and partners.
• Build and nurture client relationships.

Skills

Client relationship development

Digital and social media savvy

Account management

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

1 year of related agency/industry experience

Job description

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Base pay range

CA$50,000.00 / yr - CA$55,000.00 / yr

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Human Resources & Operations Professional

Forsman & Bodenfors is a global creative collective that believes in the power of ideas that get remembered, build fame and shift culture. Our radically collaborative way of working unlocks creative excellence and builds unusually human brands. Today, we are 350 people with +130 Cannes Lions between us, working across eight offices in Gothenburg, Stockholm, London, Dublin, New York, Singapore, Shanghai and Toronto.

We are laser-focused on creating the right circumstances for everyone to do the best work of their careers at F&B.

One way we do that is by supporting autonomous teams. The team is accountable together. We trust each other—all voices matter. We work together to find solutions, strategies, messages, ideas, and innovations—that we all believe in.

We believe in equal pay for equal work, have gender pay equity everywhere in the Collective, and are Fair Pay Workplace Certified. Compensation is evaluated annually to ensure that your earning potential grows as your level of impact and responsibility grows.

We are seeking a Client Manager (aka Account Executive) to join our Toronto team. This role is an excellent opportunity for an Account Coordinator who is ready to take the next step and be mentored by an incredibly close-knit and supportive team. The salary for this role will be in the CAD$50K-55K range.

Learn more about careers and culture at Forsman & Bodenfors on our website at www.forsman.com / people

What will it entail?

• Effectively plan, scope and manage integrated marketing programs in collaboration with the Client Supervisors and Group Client Director.
• Responsible for the coordination of advertising campaigns, as well as support, digital and social executions.
• Has an understanding of integrated marketing strategies, including the role of PR and XM (experiential).
• Foster collaboration and integration with team. Maintain mutually beneficial working relationships with partner agencies also working on the account.
• Develop strategic and marketing leadership skills. Strive to work with clients to uncover business needs and objectives, craft appropriate strategies, and identifies / implements programs to help achieve client goals.
• Create and interpret effective analysis to support marketing recommendations. Develop broad industry expertise.
• Build and nurture client relationships. Understand clients' business and support generation of new ideas to enhance client performance.
• Effectively manage both small to mid / large size production projects – briefing Studio, managing asset deliverables and their progress, capturing internal + external approvals, trafficking + final asset management.
• Take initiative and manage campaigns from start to finish (including timelines) and project budgets. Ensure financial processes are being met and estimates are being completed in a timely fashion.
• Keep up to date with industry news, plus best practices on social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, TikTok, Pinterest, LinkedIn).

Who are we looking for?

• Must have 1 year of related agency / industry experience, CPG is a huge asset. Internships count!
• Demonstrated understanding of client relationship development, service and campaign strategy.
• Digital and social media savvy. Requires a clear understanding of these channels.
• Strong team player, ability to partner with creative and production teams.
• Strong knowledge or experience in account management / coordination and client / campaign strategy
• Ability to develop and execute project plans to ensure cost-effective and on-time completion.
• Ability to set budgets, expectations and deliver results.
• A positive, ‘can do’ attitude that leads by example.
• Drive the development of effective production processes.
• Strong leadership, social, interpersonal, selling and negotiation skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret information from a variety of sources, such as trade journals, research reports, white papers and cross-tabulated survey data.
• Ability to write reports (i.e., results reports, strategic plans), presentations and general business correspondence.
• Ability to independently problem solve and proactively present solutions.
• Strong communication, analytical and presentation skills.
• Is articulate and demonstrates strong written ability.

We enjoy unlimited PTO, 2 one week-long shutdowns (summer & winter), comprehensive benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan and an annual Learning Allowance.

We are currently following a hybrid work model and come together in our Toronto office 3x a week (Tuesdays thru Thursdays). Due to the nature of our work and business, there may be requirements to be on-site / at clients / at shoots, on any given day, and employees acknowledge this as a priority.

Our office is located downtown at King & Berkeley, and candidates should be within commutable distance to the office.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we invite women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities to submit their application. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We are building the most inclusive and the most collaborative culture so that we can all do the bravest work of our careers.

We thank all applicants that apply and appreciate your patience; due to a high volume of responses we will review all applicants, however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Business Development, Advertising, and Marketing

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