Account Manager

WPP; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WPP, a global leader in marketing services, is seeking an Account Manager to nurture client relationships and drive growth. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, strategic thinking abilities, and a background in advertising. You'll manage valuable partnerships and collaborate with creative internal teams to ensure project success while working in a dynamic, inclusive environment.

Benefits

Challenging and stimulating work

Opportunity to work with passionate, inspired people

Scale and opportunity for influence on projects

Qualifications

• Experience as an account manager in a creative environment.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Proven track record in managing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage key client relationships.
• Craft presentations and narratives for clients.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure project success.

Skills

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Tools

Project Management Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Content Management Systems

Email Marketing Platforms

Job description

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities.

Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore.

WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500.

Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.

Why we are hiring:

One of the client teams in WPP is looking for an Account Manager to join their busy team. This is a critical role, responsible for nurturing and growing key client relationships. The Account Manager will be a proactive problem-solver, a strategic thinker, and a strong communicator, capable of creating inspiring content, building compelling pitches, and managing client expectations effectively.

What you will be doing:

• Own, manage, and develop key relationship(s), building trust and rapport to foster long-term partnerships.
• Proactively identify business needs and opportunities for growth.
• Collaborate with internal teams (creative, strategy, media, etc.) and external clients to ensure seamless project execution.
• Craft compelling narratives and develop presentations that inspire action and drive client success.
• Present strategic recommendations and project updates to senior stakeholders in a clear, concise, and persuasive manner.
• Contribute to the development of strategic pitches and projects.
• Develop and curate engaging content for client communications, including thought leadership, presentations, and business updates.
• Provide team members with the insights they need to support our client, including market trends, competitive analysis, and client performance data.
• Manage and maintain client communication calendars to ensure consistent and timely delivery of information.
• Share client feedback and insights with internal teams to improve our services and offerings.

What you will need:

• Experience as an account manager, preferably within a creative or integrated
• Proven track record of successfully managing client relationships.
• Strong understanding of the advertising landscape and marketing principles.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in developing and executing content strategies for client engagement.
• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to create compelling and informative content and translate complex information into clear and concise messaging.
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience developing and presenting pitches.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with content management systems and email marketing platforms

Who you are:

• You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are accepting of new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.
• You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.
• You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.

What we'll give you:

• Passionate, inspired people – We promote a culture of people that do extraordinary work.
• Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.
• Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, colour, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal.

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We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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