To support and work alongside the Account Manager in the efficient management of advertising accounts, ensuring the accurate and timely flow and execution of all work designated from brief to in-store execution.

Job Objectives:To manage the briefing process, ensuring there is a clear understanding of the client’s requirements, that accurate information is provided on the brief; costs are approved and allocated and timing plans are established and communicated to all relevant stakeholders.To open the job-bags and complete all relevant information required including job number, brief, print / media /creative spec and deadlines.To manage the sourcing of samples and references and assist as is needed on other promotions.To manage the creative work-flow process to deadlines, ensuring time allocation in studio and sign off efficiencies.To facilitate the sign-off process to deadlines and ensure the accurate and timeous delivery of information and print instructions of the final artwork to print production and display.To attend meetings and receive and communicate accurate and timeous updates of information to stakeholders, including job bag cover sheet and content, status reports and minutes of meetings attended.To efficiently manage client relationships, liaise with internal and external stakeholders on the progress of work and ensure projects / campaigns are done according to client specifications.To ensure brand consistency is maintained.

Job Knowledge: Knowledge of advertising and marketing concepts and principlesKnowledge and understanding of client briefs and its applicationWorking knowledge of MS Word, Excel and OutlookJob Related

Skills: Strong interpersonal / relationship building skills and the ability to relate to people at various levelsStrong attention to detailStrong administrative skillsDeadline and results drivenPlanning and organising skillsA positive, can-do attitudeAbility to work under pressureAbility to function independently, use own initiative and take decisionsAssertive and confidentProfessionalismEducation: Essential: Diploma/ Degree in Advertising / MarketingJob

Experience: Essential: Minimum 2 years experience in an advertising agency in a Junior Account Manager / Junior Client Service positionCompetency

Requirements: Planning and OrganisingDelivering Results and Meeting Customer ExpectationsPresenting and Communicating InformationCoping with Pressures and SetbacksRelating and NetworkingPersuading and InfluencingDeciding and Initiating Action Kindly note only applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted.All positions will be filled in accordance with our Employment Equity plan. We also encourage people with disabilities to apply.