Senior Account Manager

Ready for your next step in media?This is an opportunity to step into a Senior Account Manager role with real ownership, client exposure and room to grow.At PHD, you'll join one of our strongest teams and work across an exciting portfolio of major clients. You'll play a key role in leading the day-to-day client relationship, shaping media responses and delivering high-quality work across campaigns spanning brand through to performance.If you're an experienced Account Manager ready to take the next step, or a high-performing media professional who is ready to step into SAM, we'd love to hear from you.What you'll be doingYou'll work closely with an experienced Associate Business Director and a talented team across Client Service, Investment, Digital Planning and Media.Your day-to-day will include:Taking ownership of the day-to-day client relationship across your portfolioBuilding trusted relationships with clients, agency partners and media suppliersLeading media planning and implementation across offline channelsWorking collaboratively with digital specialists to deliver integrated campaignsDeveloping accurate, insightful media plans, schedules and presentationsIdentifying opportunities and challenges within your clients' businesses and bringing proactive recommendations to the tableWorking closely with agency partners and suppliers to deliver great workContributing to strategic thinking, creative sessions and campaign developmentManaging budgets, timelines and deliverables with a high level of ownershipSupporting and coaching junior members of the teamContributing to new business, award-winning work and wider PHD initiativesThis is a role where you'll have a genuine voice. You'll be trusted to manage relationships, make recommendations and take ownership, while having strong senior support around you.What we're looking forWe're looking for someone who is curious, accountable and genuinely passionate about media and doing great work.You'll ideally bring:Around 2-5 years' media experienceStrong offline media planning and buying experienceAn understanding of digital media and a willingness to work collaboratively with digital specialistsExperience building strong client and stakeholder relationshipsConfidence working with media tools such as Pegasus, CMI, GWI and AdIntelStrong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate workExcellent communication and presentation skillsA proactive, solutions-focused approach to client challengesA collaborative mindset and willingness to support those around youExperience coaching or mentoring junior team members, or exposure to digital planning and buying, would be a bonus.Most importantly, we're looking for attitude. If you're someone who takes ownership, wants to learn and is motivated by producing work you're proud of, you could be a great fit.Why PHD?You'll be joining a team that genuinely enjoys working together, with amazing clients, strong senior support and a great variety of work.You'll have the opportunity to:Work across some of New Zealand's biggest and most recognisable brandsTake meaningful ownership of a major client portfolioWork across campaigns spanning brand, performance, offline and digitalLearn directly from experienced senior leaders who are invested in developing talentCollaborate with specialists across the wider PHD and Omnicom networkGet involved in award-winning work and industry-leading campaignsDevelop your skills with a clear pathway toward your next career moveBe part of a tight-knit, supportive team where good work and good people matterA role where you can step up without doing it alone.Whether you're an experienced Account Manager looking for your next challenge or you're already operating at the level and ready for the title, this role gives you the scope, support and client exposure to take that next step.If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact, build meaningful client relationships and continue developing your career, we'd love to hear from you.About PHD AotearoaHāere mai ki PHD Aotearoa!We are so excited to welcome you to our award-winning team.PHD's reputation as a fantastic place to work is widely recognised, from our limitless learning and development opportunities across an enviable client list and agency specialisms, through to our fun culture and inclusive environment.Amongst the wider industry, we are equally renown as the media agency delivering clients an unfair advantage. Behind this advantage is our unique winning formula - a handpicked winning team of experts, backed by a comprehensive suite of best-in-class services, advanced products, and innovative technology.As our newest PHDer, what does this mean for you? You get to deliver this advantage to clients through your own mahi, talents, skills and ‘play to win' attitude, while keeping yourself future fit and having a phenomenal time.Come and be part of a team that wants to do brilliant work and have a great time doing it.