Senior Account Manager

Initiative Aotearoa; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Initiative Aotearoa in Auckland seeks an experienced Senior Account Manager to oversee integrated media campaigns and client relationships from planning through post-analysis.

You will work with senior leadership to develop media strategies, manage budgets, and coordinate with internal teams to deliver exceptional results for leading brands.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in media planning, campaign management, or account management.
• Strong media strategy and execution knowledge.
• Excellent client-facing communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage strong client relationships with strategic guidance and media recommendations.
• Develop and deliver integrated media plans from briefing to reporting and optimization.
• Monitor campaign performance, budgets and financial processes, with actionable insights.
• Collaborate with internal specialists and partners for seamless execution.
• Stay updated on industry trends and drive team initiatives.

Skills

Client management

Media planning

Budget management

Presentation skills

Campaign delivery

Job description

Initiative Aotearoa is a global media agency with headquarters in New York and more than 60 offices worldwide. We unlock business growth for some of the world's most ambitious brands through our unique Fame & Flow™ approach. Our mission is to build Fame & Flow™ for brands. We believe in the power of media to orchestrate a brand's entire consumer experience, creating widespread awareness, recognition and cultural relevance while connecting customers through seamless, engaging experiences across every stage of their journey.

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced and driven Senior Account Manager to join our Auckland team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a media professional who thrives on managing integrated campaigns, building strong client relationships, and delivering exceptional results. You'll work closely with senior leadership to develop and execute innovative media strategies, ensuring campaigns are delivered seamlessly from planning through to post-campaign analysis.

As a trusted client partner, you'll manage key relationships, coordinate with specialist teams, and contribute to high-impact campaigns across a diverse range of media channels.

What You'll Be Doing

• Build and manage strong client relationships, providing strategic guidance and confidently presenting media recommendations.
• Develop and deliver integrated media and communications plans, overseeing campaigns from briefing through to reporting and optimisation.
• Monitor campaign performance, manage budgets and financial processes, and provide actionable insights to drive results.
• Collaborate with internal specialists, media partners, and agency stakeholders to deliver seamless campaign execution.
• Stay across industry trends, contribute to team initiatives, and foster collaboration to achieve outstanding client outcomes.

What You'll Bring

• 5+ years' experience in media planning, campaign management, or account management.
• Strong understanding of media strategy, implementation planning, and campaign delivery.
• Excellent client-facing communication and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of media channels and the ability to articulate channel recommendations and rationale.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Experience managing budgets and financial processes.
• A collaborative approach and passion for delivering exceptional client outcomes.

What Success Looks Like

You’ll be someone who:

• Puts clients at the centre of everything you do.
• Challenges convention and seeks innovative solutions.
• Brings energy, initiative, and accountability to your work.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Collaborates effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrates confidence, curiosity, and courage in your approach.

Why Join Us?

• Work with a talented and supportive team.
• Exposure to leading brands and integrated media campaigns.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Collaborative and inclusive culture.
• A role where your ideas and contributions make a real impact.

If you're a passionate media professional looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.