Senior Account Manager

GradBay; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic marketing agency in the UK seeks a Senior Account Manager to lead youth and brand marketing campaigns for major global clients. You will manage multiple client accounts, ensuring campaigns are executed on time and on budget while supervising a small team. With a strong understanding of Gen Z culture and experience in leading multi-channel campaigns, you will also present plans confidently and identify growth opportunities. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from £45,000 to £55,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

24 days’ annual leave + bank holidays

Pension & performance-based bonus scheme

Vitality Health cover

New-business incentives and career progression opportunities

Team-building activities

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ agency experience in experiential or brand marketing.
• Experience leading multi-channel campaigns for consumer brands.
• Strong understanding of Gen Z trends and culture.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple client accounts, delivering campaigns on time and budget.
• Lead the development and execution of integrated brand experiences.
• Supervise and mentor Account Executives.

Skills

Agency experience in experiential or brand marketing

Leadership of multi-channel campaigns

Understanding of Gen Z culture

Campaign budgeting and reporting skills

Excellent presentation skills

Project management

Job description

Our client is looking for a dynamic Senior Account Manager to lead youth and brand marketing campaigns for major global clients — from live events and campus activations to digital and social experiences.

You’ll help deliver award-winning, integrated campaigns that connect brands with student and Gen Z audiences across the UK, Europe and beyond.

Working closely with Account Directors and agency leadership, you’ll manage a small team, drive creativity and ensure projects are delivered with precision, passion, and measurable impact.

What You’ll Do

• Manage multiple client accounts, delivering campaigns on time, on budget and on brief
• Lead the development and execution of integrated brand experiences — from live activations to digital engagement
• Supervise and mentor Account Executives, supporting their growth and ensuring excellence across all deliverables
• Collaborate with creative and production teams to bring ideas to life across experiential, digital and social platforms
• Present campaign plans, performance reports, and evaluation results confidently to clients
• Work with finance to manage budgets, supplier payments, and ensure account profitability
• Identify opportunities to grow existing accounts and support new business pitches and proposals
• Represent the agency onsite at events, festivals, or brand activations when required

What We’re Looking For

• 4+ years’ agency experience, ideally within experiential, events, or brand marketing
• Experience leading multi-channel campaigns for consumer or youth brands
• Strong understanding of Gen Z and student culture, including trends, platforms, and values
• Proven ability to manage and develop junior team members
• Skilled in campaign budgeting, reporting, and client communication
• Confident presenter with a creative mindset and strong commercial awareness
• Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyExperience linking digital and physical campaigns for maximum impact

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary £45,000–£55,000 DOE
• 24 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
• Pension & performance-based bonus scheme
• Vitality Health cover
• New-business incentives and career progression opportunities
• Summer & Christmas parties, agency away days, and team-building activities
• Discounts with partner brands and local businesses