Senior Account Executive (Shopper Marketing)

DNA Recruit Ltd; Hertford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Creative Marketing Agency is seeking a Senior Account Executive with expertise in retail marketing. This role involves managing and delivering marketing campaigns, planning POS activations, and collaborating with clients and internal teams in a fast-paced environment. The candidate should have 2-3 years of agency experience and excellent project management skills. The position offers a salary range of £30K–£32K and a hybrid working arrangement with 3 days on site.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in agency roles focused on retail/shopping marketing.
• Proven management of client relationships and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent skills in project management with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver marketing campaigns across retail and pharmacy.
• Plan and execute POS activations and develop marketing plans.
• Work closely with clients and internal teams to represent the agency.

Skills

Agency experience in retail / shopping marketing

Client relationship management

Project management skills

Writing creative briefs

Communication and presentation skills

Commercial awareness

Team-oriented attitude

Job description

Job Description

DNA Recruit are working with a leading Creative Marketing Agency with a strong heritage in Retail and Shopper Marketing. They partner with some of the UK’s biggest Retail and FMCG brands, delivering impactful campaigns across brand activation, shopper marketing, and creative production.

You’ll be joining a collaborative team known for bringing strategic thinking and creative flair to every brief, helping clients connect with shoppers and drive real business results.

About the Role

As Senior Account Executive, you will have a deep understanding and proven experience across Retail / Shopper Marketing.

You’ll take the lead on managing and delivering marketing campaigns across retail and pharmacy environments. You’ll be responsible for planning and executing POS activations, developing marketing plans, briefing creative teams, and managing budgets and timelines.

You’ll work closely with both client and internal stakeholders, representing the agency with confidence, professionalism, and enthusiasm. This is a fast-paced and varied role that blends project management, client servicing, and creative delivery.

Skills and Experience Required

• 2–3 years of agency experience in retail / shopping marketing
• Proven experience managing client relationships and multiple stakeholders
• Excellent project management and organisational skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Ability to write clear and compelling creative briefs
• Confident communicator and presenter, both internally and externally
• Commercially aware and proactive in identifying opportunities for growth
• Collaborative and team-oriented, with a positive, can-do attitude

Salary

£30K–£32K p.a

Location

Hertfordshire / Hybrid - 3 days on site

Job Reference

123105

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