Key Account Executive (Advertising Industry)

Sym World Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing agency in Malaysia is looking for a motivated individual to manage client accounts and build strong relationships. The ideal candidate will hold a diploma or higher in Marketing or a related field and have 2 to 3 years of experience in client account management. Strong communication skills in English, Mandarin, and BM are essential, along with a proactive approach to multitasking. Join a dynamic team focused on creativity and project management, with opportunities to work on diverse projects and brands.

Benefits

Basic + Monthly Commission

Yearly performance bonus and increment

Free beverages

Work Life Balance

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience in client account management (agency-side) preferred.
• Proficiency in English, Mandarin and BM; Mandarin proficiency is a plus.
• Strong market awareness and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Identify new client relationships and make pitches.
• Liaise with clients on a daily basis and maintain strong relationships.
• Communicate client’s brief to relevant departments.
• Assist in financial management of clients.
• Draft marketing proposals and understand the full marketing mix.

Skills

MS Excel

MS Word

AI tools familiarity

Verbal communication skills in English

Written communication skills in Mandarin

Strong organizational skills

Project management abilities

Client relationship management

Presentation skills

Education

Diploma, Higher Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, Postgraduate or Professional Degree in Marketing, Advertising/Media, or related field

Job description

If you’re curious, motivated and want to be a part of a unique community - we’d love to hear from you.

Salary Range RM3,400-00 to RM4,800-00

Why join us today:

Basic + Monthly Commission (Attractive Package)

Free beverages

Yearly performance bonus and increment (based on company & individual performance)

Work Life Balance, depends how you manage the task given!

Work alongside a talented creative team that values innovation and design excellence.

Be part of a collaborative and dynamic environment where your creativity will thrive.

Opportunity to work on diverse projects for well-known brands and clients.

Lower turnover rates

Requirements

Diploma, Advance/Higher Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, Postgraduate or Professional Degree in Marketing, Advertising/Media, Mass Communications or related field.

Candidates with 2 to 3 years of experience in client account management (agency-side) will have an advantage, across advertising, branding, communications, and/or digital strategy and implementation.

Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, Mandarin and BM. Proficiency in Mandarin is a Plus (to deal with our client base)

Required Skill(s): MS Excel and Word; familiarity with AI tools is an added advantage.

Strong communication and presentation skills.

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Proven multitasking and project management abilities.

Appreciation for great creative work and a genuine passion for marketing.

Enthusiastic, creative and a good sense of humor.

Strong market awareness.. Proactive and able to work independently is highly preferred

You will:

Actively identify new client relationships and make pitches to potential new clients

Act as a liaison between the company and the client, maintaining a flawless experience for clients

Liaise with clients on a daily basis, developing strong relationships

Communicate the client’s brief to the relevant Digital/Creative/Mediadepartment and coordinate on the required tasks within the given timeframe.

Write contact reports, drafting timing plans, campaign reporting

Assist in the financial management of clients (estimating, quoting, invoicing)

Combine a client-centric, proactive approach with a willingness to go the extra mile

Draft marketing proposals for campaigns, rebrands, digital projects - and be confident in understanding the process

Understand the full ‘marketing mix’-digital, social, content marketing

Work as a team player, simultaneously managing multiple projects

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