Account Manager

Mediaworks; Nelson; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Fuel discounts

Discounts on health insurance

Flu vaccinations or pharmacy voucher

Skin Institute discounts

AMI Insurance Discount

Wellness platform access

Mentorship programme

Employee networks

Job summary

MediaWorks in Nelson, NZ is seeking an Account Manager who loves connecting with people, building relationships and delivering advertising solutions that drive real results. You will grow and manage a local client portfolio, identify new business opportunities, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver campaigns that meet revenue targets.

Experience in sales and a customer-first mindset will help you thrive in our fast-paced, supportive environment with ongoing learning opportunities and a

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in sales, account management or business development.
• Proven ability to build strong client relationships.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Confidence identifying new business opportunities and growing existing accounts.
• Strong organisation and time management skills.
• Customer-first mindset and a genuine passion for helping businesses succeed.

Responsibilities

• Grow and manage a portfolio of clients across the Nelson region.
• Develop strong customer relationships and identify new business opportunities.
• Create advertising solutions that deliver measurable results.
• Manage your sales pipeline and CRM activity.
• Achieve revenue targets and grow your client portfolio.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver campaigns and customer experiences.
• Keep up to date with market trends and industry insights to advise clients.

Skills

Sales experience

Client relationships

Communication skills

Negotiation

Time management

Customer-first mindset

Job description

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Are you a relationship builder with a passion for sales? Do you love connecting with people, uncovering opportunities, and delivering solutions that make a real impact?

We're looking for an enthusiastic Account Manager to join our high-performing Nelson team. This is your chance to work with some of New Zealand's most recognised media brands while helping local businesses achieve their goals through innovative advertising solutions.

If results drive you, enjoy building long-term partnerships, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

As an Account Manager, you'll be responsible for growing and managing a portfolio of clients across the Nelson region. Your focus will be on developing strong customer relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and creating advertising solutions that deliver measurable results.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with existing clients
• Identifying and winning new business opportunities
• Understanding customer needs and recommending tailored advertising solutions
• Managing your sales pipeline and customer activity through our CRM
• Achieving revenue targets and growing your client portfolio
• Working closely with internal teams to deliver exceptional campaigns and customer experiences
• Keeping up to date with market trends and industry insights to provide valuable advice to clients.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone who enjoys meeting people, thrives on achieving goals, and takes pride in delivering exceptional service.

You'll ideally have:

• 1-2 years of experience in sales, account management or business development
• A proven ability to build strong client relationships
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Confidence identifying new business opportunities and growing existing accounts
• Strong organisation and time management skills
• A customer-first mindset and a genuine passion for helping businesses succeed

Experience within media or advertising is advantageous but not essential, we're happy to teach the industry to someone with the right sales attitude and drive.

Why You’ll Love Working at MediaWorks

At MediaWorks, we’re passionate about creating content and ideas that audiences love and clients value. You’ll be part of a collaborative, high-energy team working across some of New Zealand’s most recognised media brands and platforms. We’re big on creativity, connection, and celebrating individuality because around here, we genuinelydon’t do boring.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Birthday and volunteer leave so you can celebrate and give back
• Fuel discounts through our fleet provider, RD Petroleum
• Discounts on Southern Cross health insurance
• Free flu vaccinations or a pharmacy voucher redeemable at participating locations
• Exclusive Skin Institute discounts for all MediaWorks staff
• Access to AMI Insurance Discount & Cashback
• Free access to our wellness platform
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including coaching, training, courses, and learning Tikanga Māori
• Our annual mentorship programme, giving you the opportunity to grow as a mentor or mentee
• Inclusive employee-led networks, including Moana, Rainbow, and Women’s Network. Opportunities to make a real impact through the MediaWorks Foundation and community initiatives
• A vibrant, social, and supportive workplace where your ideas are encouraged

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're looking for your next sales opportunity with a company that values ambition, relationships and results, we'd love to hear from you.