Media Planner & Buyer Account Manager

Account Manager | Independent Media Agency | London | Up to £45,000 DOE

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We are delighted to be partnering with one of London's most respected independent media agencies on the search for a talented Account Manager.

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This is a brilliant opportunity to join a close-knit, ambitious team that champions challenger brands and delivers real results. If you're a media professional ready to take full ownership of client relationships, lead junior talent and make your mark — this is the role for you.

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'05; MUST HAVES

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• Proven experience in a media agency in a planning and buying role

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• Strong cross-channel media knowledge across multiple platforms

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• Experience managing or mentoring junior team members

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• Exceptional attention to detail across plans, reports and financial admin

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• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills

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THE ROLE

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As Account Manager you will take end-to-end responsibility for a portfolio of clients, working closely with senior leadership to deliver innovative, effective media campaigns. You will be the day-to-day lead for your accounts while also developing the talent around you.

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Day-to-day responsibilities include:

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• Managing and developing junior planners, buyers and executives

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• Delivering effective and innovative media planning and buying across all channels

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• Staying ahead of the latest media technology, trends and opportunities

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• Building and maintaining strong client and media owner relationships

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• Contributing to new business pitches and proactively identifying growth opportunities

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• Overseeing financial administration including billing, forecasting and reporting

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• Ensuring all client deliverables are accurate, on time and to the highest standard

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WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

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• Media agency background at planner/buyer or senior executive level

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• Strong cross-channel media knowledge

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• IPA qualifications (or working towards — supported by the agency)

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• Google Ads and/or Facebook Blueprint certification (desirable)

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• Commercially minded with a proactive, ideas-driven approach

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• A natural relationship builder — with clients, media owners and internal teams

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THE PACKAGE

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• Up to £45,000 depending on experience

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• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

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• Flexible working

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• Personalised training and development programme

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• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme

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• Bike to Work Scheme

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Interested? Send your CV to [email protected] or message me directly here on LinkedIn.

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