Account Manager

Fundamental Media; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution

Private healthcare

Life cover

Cycle scheme

Season ticket loans

25 days annual leave pro rata

2 days paid charity leave

Study loans

Free snacks in the office

Job summary

Fundamental Media in London is seeking an experienced media planner/buyer to drive multi-channel campaigns for asset management and higher education clients. You will plan and buy media, present proposals, and manage budgets while building strong client relationships and acting as a trusted advisor.

You will lead end-to-end project delivery, collaborating with creative and tech teams, identifying upsell opportunities, and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in media buying/planning roles.
• Strong digital media experience (display, content marketing, social).
• Analytical mindset with campaign performance focus.
• Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple accounts and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan and buy relevant media and present proposals with cost breakdown.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide project updates.
• Lead end-to-end execution of client projects with internal teams.
• Monitor budgets and provide accurate updates to clients.
• Identify opportunities for upselling services or expanding projects to drive revenue.
• Understand clients’ industries, audiences and competitive landscape.
• Collaborate with creative, media, and tech teams to ensure seamless execution.
• Mentor junior team members and share knowledge.
• Attend in person or online client meetings and share opportunities with clients and internal teams.

Skills

Media planning/buying

Digital media campaigns

Campaign analysis

Negotiation

Client relationship management

Decision making under deadlines

Multi-account management

Written and spoken communication

Opportunity spotting

Interest in financial news

Job description

The Fundamental Group started out as a media agency, specialising in clients within the Asset Management and Higher Education sectors. Our vision was to become a leading specialist, and we have achieved this through a combination of contemporary and innovative technologies. This includes our in-house proprietary performance marketing technologies and reporting platforms, in-house programmatic solutions, research team and most importantly our people, each with expert sector knowledge.

Over the past 20 years, we have grown into a marketing technology group which numbers over 170 people globally. With a strategic presence across the globe, our offices span key locations including London, Milan, Boston, Hong Kong and Sydney.

Within your role, you will be working on the following:

• Plan and buy relevant media and present media proposals, including timings and cost breakdown. Use analysis to drive decisions in a way that yields sustained, measurable results.
• Maintain strong relationships with assigned clients. Proactively communicate to provide project updates, gather feedback, and address any concerns. Understand their goals, objectives, and challenges and serve as a trusted advisor.
• Lead the end-to-end execution of client projects. Collaborate with internal teams to develop project timelines, deliverables, and ensure on-time and within-budget completion.
• Monitor project budgets and ensure projects are delivered within budgetary constraints. Provide clients with accurate budget updates.
• Identify opportunities for upselling additional services or expanding existing projects to drive revenue growth.
• Maintain a deep understanding of your clients’ industry/segment, audience profiles, and competitive landscape.
• Collaborate with creative, media, and technology teams to ensure all aspects of client projects are executed effectively and seamlessly.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members. Lead by example, sharing industry knowledge and best practices.
• Attending in person or online meetings with clients and publishers and sharing relevant opportunities with clients and internal teams.

About You:

• Experience of working in a similar media buying / planning role.
• Strong digital media experience particularly display, content marketing and social media.
• An interest and passion in analysing your campaigns and pushing for the best outcome.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Excellent negotiation and good interpersonal skills: Persuasive and diplomatic.
• Demonstrable ability to make sensible, intelligent decisions in difficult and deadline driven situations.
• A passionate approach to tasks with a can-do attitude – committed to upholding professional standards while being flexible and self-motivated.
• Proven ability to create outstanding media strategies.
• The skills to handle multiple accounts and projects, ensuring client retention.
• Experience of liaising with and presenting recommendations to clients; excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Ability to recognize good media opportunities and the ability to develop new ideas/concepts.
• An interest in financial news, business, economics or willingness to learn and stay up to date with these areas.
• Fluent in spoken & written English. Any other languages are welcomed.

What we offer:

• Supportive, friendly colleagues who work together to achieve shared goals
• Career growth opportunities: We’re committed to your success and offer recognition, rewards, and the training and support needed for advancement.
• A dynamic and innovative work environment within a contemporary, team-focused, and forward-thinking company.
• Excellent benefits including pension contribution, private healthcare, life cover, cycle scheme, season ticket loans, 25 days’ annual leave pro rata, 2 days paid leave for charity work, study loans and free snacks in the office.

If you’re looking for a company that values your contributions, invests in your development, and offers exciting rewards, Fundamental Media is the place for you!

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. If you require any information in an alternative format or need any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates throughout the process.

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