Account Executive

This position is available in a close-knit team of 9 Audio-visual media specialists, working across Unilever’s wide portfolio of active brands. Unilever make and market some of the world’s best-known brands across 4 main Business Units; Beauty & Wellbeing, Personal Care, Homecare, and Nutrition and are one of the UK’s highest spending advertisers. The business relationship between Mindshare and Unilever is long-standing, well established and requires delivery of the highest quality media buying results. The Account Executive position focusses on supporting the Account Manager and Account Directors in the delivery of AV campaigns. Responsible for booking and monitoring AV campaigns and dealing with media owners to extract the greatest value for our clients, the successful applicant will be dealing with highly media literate clients, who will expect the highest in professionalism and knowledge of the dynamic and fast-moving AV market.

Responsibilities

Develop and demonstrate a thorough understanding of all aspects of AV buying and media; Assist in all areas of day-to-day AV campaign management to meet clients' business objectives and KPIs; Plan AV campaigns with guidance from Account Director; Learn and demonstrate a thorough understanding of all AV tools including Media Ocean, Caria, TechEdge; Evaluate media options and demonstrate knowledge of the AV marketplace; Ensure all client requests are met and surpassed and manage client expectation effectively; Assist management of all billing/invoicing requirements for clients; Ensure proper process is followed in relation to SOX compliance and plan approval/purchase order receipt before campaigns go live; Develop strong relationships with relevant media owners and external agencies; Be an effective ambassador for Mindshare and WPP

Requirements

A high degree of numeracy; Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel, Word and PowerPoint; Ability to communicate with people at all levels and build relationships both internally and externally with media owners and client; High degree of literacy and ability to communicate effectively in writing and over the phone; Strong attention to detail and a pro-active attitude; Right to work in the UK

Benefits

Competitive medical insurance; Group retirement plans; Vision insurance; Dental insurance; Significant paid time off; Preferential partner discounts; Employee mental health awareness days