Senior Client Executive

SMG

Senior Client Executive

£33000

SMG, Bradford

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 7 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 60233e31bc34420b996cc82037317a18

Full Job Description

  • Level & Responsibility: This role might be better know as Senior Account Executive / Junior Account Manager in other businesses., We are looking for a Senior Client Executive to join our Morrisons Media Group Agency with SMG. In this role, you will be part of the in-house team operating as the Morrisons Media Group, focusing on connecting their brands with a large base of shoppers., We pride ourselves on creating challenging and exciting opportunities, meaning that no two days are the same. However, here's an idea of what your responsibilities will look like:

  • Develop proposals and strategies based on supplier budgets and objectives to create cohesive media plan that will deliver against KPIs.

  • Liaise with a variety of internal and external stakeholders to activate FMCG branded activity across a range of channels, including on and offsite media within agreed timelines, following creative guidelines.

  • Support in driving commercials for the categories under your remit to help contribute towards wider business targets, manage forecasts and reporting on these.

  • Work to ensure all content (including but not limited to media plans, status reports, performance reviews and recommendations) are completed to a high standard, showcasing the team at its best.

  • Build positive relationships and communicate confidently with our clients, nuancing your approach with different stakeholders and ensure you present yourself as a trusted member of the team.

  • Support wider organisational projects, helping to create a great workplace and supporting with SMG's mission to lead connected commerce marketing.

  • Support the senior leadership team in governance, ad hoc requests and meetings as required.


  • The process
  • We will invite you to a first interview which we try to keep relatively informal, so it gives you the opportunity to share your authentic self. The hiring team will be looking to understand more about your experience and why you're interested in working with us.


  • There will be a second interview which will last a little longer, and involve some form of task to showcase your ability to do the role.


  • We then invite you to a meet & greet which is an opportunity for you to meet the team you'll be joining and ask them questions about the role and wider business.


  • Helping you shine

    We are committed to helping you shine and show your full potential by making any changes you might need throughout your application. If you need an alternative way of applying for this role, support with understanding the role and its requirements, changes to be made to the way we hold our interviews, or anything else, then please reach out to us. You can either let us know on your application form or contact the people team to discuss how we can help on careers@smg.team.

  • Experience of having previously performed at executive level.

  • Experience of working towards ambitious targets.

  • A proven track record in the development and planning of strategic marketing campaigns.

  • A 'can do' attitude and strong work ethic to get stuck in and provide best in class marketing campaigns and client servicing.

  • The ability to "think differently": As one of our key behaviours here at SMG, you won't be afraid to approach problems from a different angle or challenge the status quo.

  • Great organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.

  • Exceptional communication and relationship skills for managing key stakeholders.

    We are dedicated to supporting our employees to be the best version of themselves both inside and outside of work. We have an extraordinary culture built by exceptional people and it's because of this that we've been recognised by Best Companies within the top 5 best Marketing & Media agencies to work for, with a World Class and Outstanding accreditation across the past 2 years.

    We are also dedicated to continuously reviewing and improving our benefits package to offer the best that we can for our people. We have a whole page dedicated to our benefits here, but here's some of our favourites...


  • 10% discretionary bonus scheme

    ️ £1,800 yearly wellbeing fund (on top of your salary!) towards your personal wellbeing and passions

    4 additional Wellbeing Days - one to be taken each quarter, dedicated to focusing on your wellbeing

    £500 yearly "Uni Fund" towards learning and development

    Free headspace subscription

    4pm Friday finishes all year round

    Two fully paid conferences a year at Summer & Winter, as well as a dedicated team that put on activities and celebrations throughout the year