Account Director

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About us

Cheil Australia is an idea-focussed, data-inspired, CX agency based in Sydney and part of Cheil worldwide; a global agency network of 53 offices across 45 countries with 6,500 employees.

More locally, Cheil is a fast-growing family of over 90 thinkers, creators and passionate doers based between the heart of Surry Hills and Olympic Park. Cheil delivers Digital, Retail and Creative solutions for some of the world's most loved brands.

Our specialist teams work together to create a truly integrated approach for our partners. We produce work across all channels for the greatest impact and the biggest return. Connecting capabilities for a truly inciting customer experience.

Primary Function

The Account Director will be responsible for working closely with the Head of Retail in the ongoing strategic development, execution and management of Brand, Retail Experience and Promotional Campaigns

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee brand and event project management and business
• Initiate project with client briefing and organise team internally and with suppliers
• Manage concept and designs development end to end, including presentation to the client
• Negotiate scope and cost with client (supported by directors)
• Manage projects with regard to cost management, planning, concept, design, technical, procurement, production, logistics, and maintenance/operation aspects
• Manage Team Financials, including forecasting, budgeting, invoicing, and time tracking
• Oversee management events, including venue and any promotional requirements (including operations and logistics)
• Liaise with clients and account team to establish program requirements and objectives, including obtaining briefs for retail, brand and experiential projects
• Ensure a tactical plan for business growth with retail and experiential capability is in place for all clients
• Manage all direct reports and resource allocation
• Manage and maintain a strategic overview of accounts, and proactively advise client on new issues and resolution options
• Actively contribute to client marketing strategy and thinking
• Raise issues or concerns with the client in a timely manner, following through to resolution
• Demonstrate innovation and creativity beyond client ideas
• Strategically lead project-related work, including process and schedule management
• Ensure all agreed client Key Performance Indicators are achieved throughout the year.

Qualifications and Experience:

• At least 8 years + previous experiential project management experience within a marketing agency or team (preferred)
• Strong marketing planning and execution knowledge
• Strong knowledge and expertise in project management for brand experience & events
• Experience in managing planning, concept, production, logistics, staffing, and operations, for event projects
• Exceptional local knowledge of event management in Australia
• Strong financial competencies and commercial acumen
• Strong motivation for business development

Personal Attributes:

• Outgoing, energetic and positive attitude
• High levels of diplomacy
• Experience working within a fast paced, high volume agency environment
• Comfortable with challenging briefs
• Ability to prioritise multiple tasks at once
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation communication skills

Life at Cheil

At Cheil, we truly value our people and promote a healthy, collaborative and supportive culture. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to embracing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We also provide some great benefits:

• Hybrid working between home and our Sydney Office in Olympic Park
• Competitive remuneration package
• Performance rewards + incentives
• Discounts on Samsung products – up to 50% off
• Discounted Health Insurance, Health and Wellness subsidies
• Time off for your Birthday
• An additional day off for anniversary year
• Ongoing training, career development and progression planning
• Personalised learning platform and tools
• Modern office with a vibrant atmosphere
• Onsite parking available in Olympic Park
• Regular team and company social events
• Opportunity to work on one of the biggest and most loved global brands.

How you can join the team

If this role and life at Cheil sounds like the perfect fit, we would love to hear from you If you require any reasonable adjustments during any part of the recruitment process, please let us know.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionAdvertising, Marketing, and Business Development
• IndustriesAdvertising Services

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