Account Executive

TN United Kingdom; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative firm that thrives on creativity and collaboration. In this exciting role, you will plan and implement engaging partnerships and event activations while managing client relationships and project details. Your ability to multitask and communicate effectively will be key as you work with global brands and contribute to impactful projects. With a focus on personal development and a supportive culture, this opportunity offers a rewarding career path in a fast-paced environment. If you have a passion for sports and a knack for creative thinking, we want you on our team!

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar agency-based role is preferred but not essential.
• Ability to multitask across activities with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver project plans for partnerships and event activations.
• Manage meetings, prepare notes, and maintain relationships with clients.
• Support in collating results and creating evaluation documents.

Skills

Project Management

Client Management

Communication Skills

Creative Thinking

Budget Management

Event Planning

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

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About Wasserman

Wasserman is committed to serving our clients, colleagues, and community with exceptional insight, influence, and creativity, while making a positive and lasting impact. We support our employees’ professional aspirations through a rich internal culture where curiosity is rewarded. We offer multiple learning and development programs worldwide. Our work is fast-paced, exciting, and rewarding, which is why we love it and why you’ll love life at Wasserman.

Join our team today!

What will you be doing

1. Planning – Specifically for partnerships and event activations. Deliver a project plan from start to finish, participate in brainstorms, be creative, call on industry knowledge, assist in creating decks, and be aware of budgets and feasibility.
2. Implementation – Bring plans to life, serve as the main contact for all suppliers, write briefs, assist with content creation, work as part of an All Agency team, and ensure approvals from all parties.
3. Evaluation and review – Support in collating results and creating evaluation documents, providing insights and perspectives.

Client / Account Management

• Manage meetings efficiently, prepare notes and actions.
• Manage regular project and status meetings with clients and external agencies.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers, agencies, clients, and partners.
• Assist with content creation, brand merchandise, and toolkits.
• Assist with financial aspects such as budgeting, POs, and invoicing.
• Participate in all aspects of event activation, including venue sourcing, staffing, branding, creative execution, on-site support, and liaising with suppliers.

Self / Team Management

• Develop presentation skills, both writing and delivering, using tools like Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Communicate effectively with your line manager and account team.
• Stay informed about market trends relevant to the client’s business.

The Skills and Experience You Need

• Experience in a similar agency-based role is preferred but not essential.
• Experience working with large global brands is preferred but not essential.
• Ability to multitask across activities with tight deadlines.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Creative thinking.
• Knowledge of and passion for sport is a bonus.
• Open to feedback from clients and colleagues.

Wasserman does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other reason prohibited by law in employment opportunities and benefits.