Marketing recruitment agency covering the south of England

Account Manager - Advertising Agency - Hertfordshire (2-3 days in the office)

The company:

We are recruiting for a creative advertising agency based in an easily accessible Hertfordshire location (most employees work from home at least 2 days per week). They have been running for over 20 years and specialise in producing award winning campaigns for a range of clients in education, automotive, financial services, technology and charity. The team is made up of 45 talented, outgoing people many of whom have been there for over 5 years due to the positive working environment. The business is well known for its dedication to staff development and no agency invests more in training (CPD).

The Opportunity:

This role will support a Senior Account Director on one of the agency’s largest accounts. It will be a diverse, challenging role involving most areas of the on and offline marketing mix including, creative, content, media and CRM.

The main responsibilities will be:

• Effective control and management of budgets
• Delivery of projects on time and on budget
• Excellent financial administration - quotes, invoicing, forecasts, reports, purchase orders etc
• Effective recommendations against client brief
• Managing internal and external stakeholders and suppliers

Characteristics:

• Excellent client communications
• Ability to review design and artwork against client brief
• Knowledge of client brand and corporate identity
• Clear, concise, inspiring, thorough, relevant briefs - creative/media/integrated planning brief
• Understanding of the marketing mix - print, digital, online, outdoor, DM, events, radio, TV, cinema, CRM, sponsorship, loyalty and incentives etc
• Leading client meetings
• Networking at manager level
• Analysing the data from key reports to make recommendations
• Ability to present media/creative to clients in absence of Creative or Media Director
• Positive management of, and learning from, mistakes
• Reliable
• Ability to listen and understand
• Ownership of task, job & project
• Gain respect of client
• Excellent relationship builder
• Entertaining skills
• Ability to read client sensitivity and emotion

What's in it for you?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the best regarded advertising agencies in the country and build your career working closely with the senior management team.

You can expect:

• Free gym membership
• Free fruit, tea / coffee
• Free parking in their car park next door to building
• Thirsty Thursdays
• Company anniversary party July 1st ish (normally half to one day off)
• Christmas party – has been a trip abroad previously
• Regular quarterly socials (fully paid including cabs home
• £500 bonus for taking advanced certificate in advertising
• ALL training paid for with no penalties should people leave
• 23 days’ holiday. You can also gain a half day back for not being absent over a 2 month period. So, you can gain an extra 3 days per year taking your holiday to 26 days. Half a day for Christmas eve too. + you get an extra days’ holiday for being there for 3 years, then 5 years.
• Working hours 0830 – 1730
• Statutory pension scheme
• Each employee also receives 3 CPD days per year to study.

If you'd like to find out more please apply now or contact charlie@stonorsearch.com

A leading integrated marketing agency is looking for a PR Account Executive to join it’s dedicated PR team. Outstanding clients in Retail, Lifestyle, Destination, Property and more, a stellar record for staff development and an award-winning culture on offer…

A leading integrated marketing agency is looking for a PR Account Executive to join it’s dedicated PR team. Outstanding clients in Retail, Lifestyle, Destination, Property and more, a stellar record for staff development and an award-winning culture on offer…

The Agency

This 20 year old agency are a multi-award winning outfit who offer Integrated Marketing, Digital, PR and experiential services to a range of iconic clients in Retail, Fashion, Tech, Property and other sectors. Based out of stunning, bright and open office in rural Buckinghamshire, the agency offer hybrid working and a host of other perks and benefits aimed at fostering a welcoming and fun culture built on the principal of offering staff very real opportunities to grow and develop (staff turnover here is one of the lowest in the industry as a result). It’s been an exciting start to the year for the agency with business growth and an acquisition – as such, they’re keen to grow their PR team with the addition of an experienced PR Executive.

The Role

This is an important role for the agency that will see the successful candidate working across a small portfolio of flagship clients covering both B2C and B2B. It’s an ideal role for either an experienced Senior Executive looking to step up or an established PR Manager looking for variety and the chance to progress.

Responsibilities include:

• Support in the development of effective PR and Communications strategies for B2C and B2B clients covering a diverse portfolio of brands.
• Support on creative campaigns– working with colleagues and clients to promote original and effective ideas.
• Nurture long lasting relationships with clients built on trust, understanding of objectives and a consultative approach.

The Opportunity

If you’re a Junior PR professional looking to join an agency where you can really develop long term then this should interest you. The agency has an award-winning culture built around a true commitment to encouraging staff to achieve and all this is offered within a welcoming and social team – The agency boasts an exceptionally low staff turnover and we can evidence the real strength of the culture from the feedback of candidates we’ve personally placed. You’ll get to work on a varied portfolio of iconic clients in a fully integrated wider agency environment.

Benefits include:

• Company bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday (+BH) + An extra day off for your birthday.
• Bespoke, costed Personal Development Plans
• Company wellbeing programme.
• Regular company socials managed by an active social committee
• A culture of appreciation, reward, and recognition with monthly and quarterly awards.
• An overseas company trip
• Pension scheme

This 20 year old agency are a multi-award winning outfit who offer Integrated Marketing, Digital, PR and experiential services to a range of iconic clients in Retail, Fashion, Tech, Property and other sectors. Based out of stunning, bright and open office in rural Buckinghamshire, the agency offer hybrid working and a host of other perks and benefits aimed at fostering a welcoming and fun culture built on the principal of offering staff very real opportunities to grow and develop (staff turnover here is one of the lowest in the industry as a result). It’s been an exciting start to the year for the agency with business growth and an acquisition – as such, they’re keen to grow their PR team with the addition of an experienced PR Executive.This is an important role for the agency that will see the successful candidate working across a small portfolio of flagship clients covering both B2C and B2B. It’s an ideal role for either an experienced Senior Executive looking to step up or an established PR Manager looking for variety and the chance to progress.Responsibilities include: If you’re a Junior PR professional looking to join an agency where you can really develop long term then this should interest you. The agency has an award-winning culture built around a true commitment to encouraging staff to achieve and all this is offered within a welcoming and social team – The agency boasts an exceptionally low staff turnover and we can evidence the real strength of the culture from the feedback of candidates we’ve personally placed. You’ll get to work on a varied portfolio of iconic clients in a fully integrated wider agency environment.Benefits include:

An Award-Winning boutique consumer PR agency are looking for an experienced Account Executive or Senior Account Executive to work with some outstanding clients in Lifestyle, Health and wellness,

The Agency

Established over a decade ago, this boutique, North London based agency has become widely regarded as one of the leaders in the health & wellness sector and offer a fully integrated offering for their clients that includes, Consumer PR & Marketing, Digital, Influencer relations and events and launches. Based out of stellar offices in north London, the team are a close-nit and welcoming bunch, all enthusiastic about the sectors they work in. Staff turnover is exceptionally low and anyone joining can expect and a rewarding and collaborative culture free of any office drama!

The Role

This is an important role for the agency that will see the successful candidate working on a varied portfolio of health/fitness and wellbeing brands, focusing on media relations, social and influencer marketing. It’s an ideal role for anyone with the necessary expereince to take on a great level of responsibility in a welcoming environment. Requirements of the role are as follows:

• Previous experience working on consumer campaigns at Account Executive level
• The confidence to pitch to media and influencers
• Ideally some previous experience working on campaigns involving social

The Opportunity

This is a role that should interest any Account Executive who is looking to join a specialist agency in an attractive sector. You’ll get to work on a varied portfolio of consumer clients in the Health, Fitness and Wellness sectors and will benefit from a strong focus on development. The agency believe in encouraging staff at all levels to challenge themselves when comfortable and they work hard to foster a welcoming, inclusive and supportive culture.

An award-winning Partnership Marketing agency is looking for a Partnerships Executive to join their team. Varied portfolio of top tier brands to work with, 3 days home working and plenty of progression and development opportunities on offer.

The Agency

One of the longest standing Partnerships agencies in the UK, this impressive business have been working with high profile brands for close to two decades. With creativity and brand awareness at the heart of their offering, the agency boasts an exciting and highly varied portfolio of iconic brands across many sectors. Based out of an excellent central London office, the team enjoy the flexibility of working from home 3 days a week if they prefer and are encouraged and supported at all levels. The team are hugely welcoming, are genuinely excited by their work and the people we’ve placed here have all really thrived.

The Role

This is an outstanding role for any junior marketing/PR professional who’s looking to work on creative, brand focused campaigns with high profile clients in a range of sectors. It's a role that would suit any agency-side marketer who has great brand awareness and is comfortable pitching a creative idea.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have some prior experience in an agency marketing or PR role and an understanding of partnership
• Be comfortable creating and pitching campaign ideas
• Be able to identify potential partners for brands
• Be comfortable forging long term relationships with clients

The Opportunity

If you're keen to pursue a role focused fully on Partnerships or looking to diversify your existing partnerships experience then this role should interest you. You’ll get to work on a varied portfolio of high profile clients, enjoy plenty of autonomy and be encouraged to approach campaigns with creativity as a core focus. The agency has a no office politics approach, offers excellent opportunities for growth as well as a focus on flexibility and wellbeing. We've placed many people here in the last several years and all have thrived.

Account Manager / Snr AM - Automotive Marketing Agency

Oxfordshire (Hybrid working)

Looking for a marketing agency role in Oxfordshire? This one could be for you...

We're working exclusively with a leading integrated marketing agency based in the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside. With a focus on creativity, strategic thinking, and results-driven campaigns, the team pride themselves on delivering exceptional marketing solutions for their clients who tend to be in automotive, financial & professional services.

Following a recent new business win, they're now looking for an experienced AM or Senior AM to join them on a permanent basis.

As an Account Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in driving client success and spearheading impactful b2b (fleet) campaigns that help shape the future of automotive marketing. You'll work in a rapidly expanding team on household brand names.

Overview:

The ideal candidate will have an understanding of B2B marketing, preferably within the automotive sector, and possess strong organisational skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for key automotive client, building and maintaining strong relationships based on trust, collaboration, and delivering exceptional service.
• Develop and execute strategic marketing plans tailored to each client's objectives, ensuring alignment with overall business goals and industry trends.
• Work with an Account Executive providing guidance & support where necessary.
• Oversee the delivery of integrated marketing campaigns, including digital, content, social media, and events, to drive engagement, leads, and sales.
• Work closely with the various internal teams, including creative, digital, and analytics, to ensure seamless project execution and delivery of high-quality work on time and within budget.
• Monitor and analyze campaign performance metrics, providing insights and recommendations for optimization and continuous improvement.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape to identify new opportunities for client growth and innovation.

Ideal qualifications:

• 4 + years' experience in account management, preferably within a marketing agency
• Proven track record of successfully managing accounts and delivering results-driven marketing campaigns.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and negotiate effectively with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Some experience of managing budgets and project management generally
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What's in it for you?

Aside from the fact you will be joining an exciting, growing business with a lovely team, you can expect..

• Salary - £40k - £48k
• 25 days holiday rising to 30 with each year of service
• Hybrid working
• Free parking
• Bonus Scheme
• Salary sacrifice scheme