Account Executive, Experiential

Sector: Creative Agency (Mass participation events)

Title of role: Account Executive

Reporting to: Account Manager & Account Director

Salary on offer: Salary will be discussed on a pre-screening call

Location/ Office address: Bromley

WFH/ Office/ Remote: Hybrid: 2 days Orpington office, 1 day in London office, 2 days at home (occasional travel to clients in London)

Working hours: 9:00 - 5:30

Start date: Immediate

PT/ FT: Full time

Our client exists to create impact by challenging convention.  We do this because it produces work for our clients that is more meaningful, memorable and measurable.

Our diversity of experience, expertise and opinions is our greatest asset, which is why we celebrate our differences. We are looking for individuals who want to put their hand up and challenge convention to create something exciting, bigger and better every time.

They are proud to share fresh perspectives and new ideas to produce work that others don’t and won’t.  What they do is fast-paced, exciting and rewarding, which is why we love it and why you’ll love working with them!

The role:

The role sits within their Brand Experience Division, working on a Supermarket brand to deliver multiple experiences up and down the country. You will support the planning of these brand experiences, working with the Account Manager and Account Director. You will be involved in the project planning from start to finish,  onsite activation and event management, budgeting, feasibility and administration. You will take part in brainstorms, be creative and share ideas, calling on any industry knowledge, be able to support in creating presentations.

Specific responsibilities

• Ensure that work produced meets all objectives set, is done by the agreed time to the highest standard and achieves the best possible results for the company and client

• Assist in the development of creative ideas, undertaking research as requested to ensure they are possible to implement within specific parameters and budget

• Be involved in the research and feasibility of ideas generated 

• Supporting all operational and administrative functions to ensure each event is delivered efficiently 

• Assistance with financial elements of accounts – budgeting, PO’s, supplier invoicing/cost management

• Oversee the sourcing, purchase and management of suppliers, quotes and detailed information 

• Project Management: ensuring project systems and procedures are setup and structured correctly, ensuring all relevant data is entered concisely onto their client management system (Quest) 

• Compiling and writing client responses and presentations

• Efficient meeting management, preparation and write up of notes and actions

• Management of artwork requests and sign off

• Co-ordinate and manage staff and contractors on site for the delivery of projects

• Maintaining good communication and reporting

• Compiling and maintaining project reports, job sheets and schedules

• Managing supplier relationships

• Thorough and concise event reporting and management of data capture

• Responsibility for creation of risk assessments and method statements

Essential attributes of successful candidate – role related

• Ability to juggle several tasks at once and consistently deliver high-quality work to tight timescales 

• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, suppliers, and colleagues

• Presentation skills (both writing and delivery), internally and to clients / suppliers

• Ability to think around issues by providing solutions, not problems!

• A high proficiency in numeracy and literacy 

• Prioritisation and time management skills

• Ability to meet challenges and quickly deliver workable solutions in demanding environments

• Calm under pressure

• Clean driving licence

• Acceptance of some anti-social/long hours 

Essential ‘personal’ qualities

• Ability to take responsibility for your own work

• Confidence and strength of character 

• Flexibility - willingness to pick up tasks for others

• Quick to learn, and keen to develop

• Attention to detail 

• Ability to fit into the character of the company whilst still bringing individuality

Technical skills and Knowledge/Experience

Experience within a similar role [agency-based] is preferred

Experience of event management and onsite activation exposure

Knowledge and capability to use MS Word, MS Excel, MS Powerpoint and MS Outlook