Senior Account Manager
- FinTech - Agency
- London, UK / Hybrid
Our client is a full-service and global communications agency working at the intersection of finance, technology and the climate transition. We are currently supporting their search for a Senior Account Manager to work on an exciting number of international clients and projects.
The successful candidate will be a media and communications expert with ideally a passion for Financial Technology. For the right candidate, this role presents exciting international opportunities for both travel and secondments.
Role
- Independently oversee the day-to-day client relationships and provide strategic communication guidance for clients across fintech and payments portfolio
- Ensure ongoing team planning on accounts, maintaining consistent communication around KPIs and account plans
- Create compelling content – by-lines, blogs, pitches, social media posts
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients and journalists
- Provide guidance and motivation for client team members to produce high quality work
- Proactively seek success for clients by staying abreast of industry trends
- Develop sector expertise enabling smart insights and counsel to clients
- Proactively manage and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders within the client business
- Develop managerial and commercial acumen to drive the long-term retention and success of accounts
- Work with the senior team to grow existing and win new business, networking for leads, developing opportunities and cultivating relationships with existing clients where appropriate
- Work with account leads to develop client strategy and execute programs from start to finish
Requirements
- Established communications and PR Account Manager, ideally with agency experience and an interest in the payments and financial technology space
- Excellent media contact book in financial services, tech and fintech
- Self-starter with a creative and entrepreneurial mindset with a track record of putting ideas into practice and assessing results.
- Ability to independently manage multiple projects at once and work with international colleagues
- A team player with the ability to demonstrate enthusiasm, motivation and commitment with initiative and a persuasive manner
- High level of energy and integrity, demonstrates respect for a diversity of opinions and styles, and is not afraid of accountability and responsibility
- Ability to think strategically and execute quality output under tight deadlines
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