Account Assistant

We are looking for someone with a keen interest in media to join our Client Team as an Account Assistant. In this exciting role you will play a key bridging role within the client account team, providing support to Account Managers and Account Directors, assisting in the day-to-day running of the account and development of campaigns. This role covers two of Carat's most exciting clients: Kraft Heinz & Post Office.

Job Description:

Account Management

• Support the Account Manager (AM) & Account Director (AD) with the delivery of multiple workstreams simultaneously to meet client expectations including media planning, reporting & billing.

• Support in coordinating the team's projects, ensuring all work is provided to our teams in an accurate and timely manner.

Relationship Management:

• Supports the AM & AD with general client liaison and administration.

• Builds and maintains collaborative working relationships with all specialist teams (e.g. AV, Digital, Search, Social, OOH)

• Meets with & learns from key media owners.

Finance & Budget Management:

• Works with AM to ensure finances are accurate and match our PO budgets and that plans are reconciled in a timely manner.

Reporting Oversight:

• Reporting requirements.

Communications Planning:

• Create and review target audience insights

• Support AM in translating audience media consumption insights into holistic media mix recommendations that deliver on Heinz's objectives

• Support AM & specialist teams in building out detailed, plan recommendations and executing plans once approved

• Confident & proficient in using Microsoft Excel & Powerpoint

Our roles are accessible for everyone so whether you are a fresh graduate, school leaver or career changer we would love to hear from you.

About dentsu:

Taking a people-centred approach to business transformation, we use insights to connect brand, content, commerce and experience, underpinned by modern creativity. As part of Dentsu Group Inc. we are headquartered in Tokyo, Japan and our 65,000 employee-base of dedicated professionals work across four regions (Japan, Americas, EMEA and APAC). Dentsu combines Japanese innovation with a diverse, global perspective to drive client growth and to shape society.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion sits at the heart of our Social Impact strategy - our fully integrated sustainability strategy which includes our ambition to build a fair and more equal society, where everyone is equipped to thrive.

About our benefits:

We offer everything you would expect from a large company - like 25 days' holiday plus your birthday off - and a few additions, like 2 paid volunteering days each year to support charitable causes and 3 wellness days per year.

We also provide pension contributions, life assurance, private health care, income protection, critical illness cover, travel season ticket loans, a cycle to work scheme, free eye tests and a whole host of great local and national discounts from leading retailers that you'll have access to as an employee. You'll have a hybrid working schedule where you can flex your start and finish times.

Inclusion and Diversity

At Dentsu, we embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, benefiting our employees, partners, and communities.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Beyond recruitment, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

We recognize the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements for all roles. If you need reasonable adjustments due to a disability or medical condition during our recruitment process, please contact us at accommodations@dentsu.com, quoting the reference number of the role that you are applying for. Your needs will be handled with respect and confidentiality to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

Location:
London

Brand:
Carat

Time Type:
Full time

Contract Type:
Permanent