Client Associate

SMG; Farsley; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing agency in England is seeking a Client Associate to connect brands with shoppers through impactful campaigns. You'll collaborate with a talented team to support FMCG clients, developing media strategies from conception to evaluation. Key responsibilities include building client relationships, creating data-driven media plans, and embracing creative solutions. This role promises variety and challenges in a fast-paced environment. The company offers competitive benefits, including a discretionary bonus and yearly well-being funds.

Benefits

10% discretionary bonus

£1,800 yearly wellbeing fund

Free Headspace subscription

£500 yearly Learning Fund

4 extra Wellbeing Days off

Summer & Winter conferences

Qualifications

• Organisational skills and attention to detail are crucial.
• A proactive mindset with a strong work ethic is essential.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills are required.
• Interest in growing a career in a marketing agency is necessary.
• Ability to think differently and challenge the status quo is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement media strategies using supplier budgets.
• Collaborate with internal/external teams for campaign execution.
• Create data-informed media plans and performance reviews.
• Build relationships with clients for guidance and support.
• Contribute to building a creative and inclusive commerce future.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Proactive mindset

Job description

What You'll Be Doing

Your days will be dynamic. You might find yourself:

• Develop thoughtful media strategies that make the most of supplier budgets and deliver real impact.
• Partner with inspiring internal and external teams to bring multi-channel campaigns to life - from first idea to final results.
• Deliver beautiful, data-informed media plans, clear performance reviews, and insightful evaluations that help clients shine.
• Build trusted relationships with clients - becoming their go-to person for guidance and great ideas.
• Contribute to wider SMG initiatives, helping us shape a connected commerce future that celebrates creativity, inclusivity, and innovation.

We move fast, adapt quickly, and like to challenge each other. We're looking for people who enjoy the buzz of change, the satisfaction of building something better, and the joy of working with a close-knit, values-driven team.

We’re looking for a Client Associate

In this role, you'll be right at the heart of connecting brands with shoppers, helping household names come to life through campaigns that truly speak to people.

You'll work alongside a passionate team, supporting a portfolio of exciting FMCG clients and shaping media campaigns from spark (strategy) to shine (evaluation). Every day will bring something different, from collaborating on new ideas to seeing your work out in the world across multiple media channels. If you love variety, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and embrace change with energy, this could be your right role.

About SMG

Why SMG? At SMG, we hire for the future, which is fast-moving and changing shape. Do you have the potential to help shape our business? We're looking for brilliant, diverse talent who want to grow with us - people who are curious, ambitious, and eager to learn, whether as specialists or across teams. Our culture is everything. If you're someone who stays honest, stays hungry, stays foolish, and has fun, you'll feel right at home here. We value those who take ownership of their growth and bring fresh perspectives. That's why we're committed to equity, inclusion, and building a place where everyone feels empowered to grow. At SMG, it's not just about filling a role but building the future together. We're proud to be ranked the #1 Best Marketing and Media Agency and to have received World-Class accreditation from Best Companies.

Benefits

• 10% discretionary bonus
• £1,800 yearly wellbeing fund (on top of your salary!)
• Free Headspace subscription
• £500 yearly "Learning Fund" for learning
• 4 extra Wellbeing Days off per year
• Summer & Winter conferences + year-round celebrations

Qualifications

• Great organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• A proactive mindset and strong work ethic.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• An interest in growing your career in a marketing agency.
• The ability to "think differently" and challenge the status quo.