Strategic Project Lead
4 weeks ago
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a seasoned Account Director to spearhead our client partnerships and drive business growth. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic project lead to join our team in Melbourne.
Job Description
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of building strong relationships with clients, driving operational aspects, and collaborating with our strategic and creative leads. As a trusted advisor, you will be responsible for managing client expectations, demonstrating a clear understanding of their organizational structure, culture, and politics.
You will also lead mixed-discipline agency teams in developing and delivering high-standard creative solutions. Your ability to debate and negotiate constructively with clients, demonstrate effective influence/persuasion skills, and showcase your expertise in leading complex projects will be key to your success.
Key Responsibilities
- Build open, honest, and trusting relationships with clients, account management teams, creative departments, and other agency partners.
- Manage client expectations by ensuring they are kept informed about work progress, recognizing issues early, and pre-empting them.
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of clients' businesses, including their organizational structure, culture, and politics.
- Showcase your ability to debate and negotiate effectively with clients to advocate for the Agency's recommendations or point of view.
- Make major strategic and creative presentations to clients, demonstrating your influence/persuasion skills through proven success in selling creative ideas.
- Lead mixed-discipline agency teams in developing and delivering high-standard creative solutions.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure teamwork and collaboration are at the forefront of the process.
- SUPPORT A WIDER TEAM AND CHAMPION THEIR DEVELOPMENT, ENSURING THEY RECEIVE REGULAR ACCESS, SUPPORT, AND SETTING THE BEST EXAMPLE.
Requirements
To succeed in this role, you will need:
- Excellent listening and problem-solving skills, with the ability to move proactively and quickly.
- A strong background in client leadership, anticipating needs, and finding solutions.
- First-class creative experience, preferably with digital credentials.
- Strong strategic experience, including writing briefs, responding to queries, and engaging in high-level client conversations.
- A proven track record of managing and developing client relationships at the most senior level.
- Ability to build strong agency inter-departmental relationships.
- Experience in team management, preferably at AM or AE level.
- Solid financial management skills.
- Demonstrated resilience, confidence, and tenacity.
- Previous experience in an advertising/creative or integrated agency is preferred.
What We Offer
We offer a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $150,000 AUD per annum, depending on experience. In addition, you can expect:
- A hybrid working environment that supports work-life balance.
- A tailored personal development plan to help you achieve your goals.
- Additional time off, including birthday leave, summer Fridays, and loyalty leave.
- Discounted rates with NIB Health Insurance and Fitness First.
- Yoga, meditation, and wellbeing programs to support your mental health.
- Confidential counselling support if needed.
- Reward programs to recognize achievement and loyalty.
- A bonus for bringing talented people and brilliant clients into the business.
- Access to discounts and vouchers for household name brands via our benefits platform.
Ogilvy Australia is an inclusive opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and welcoming workplace. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, orientations, identities, and more.
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