Senior Planning Executive

WHO WE ARE

December19 is The Bigger Question Agency. We believe "that'll do" won't do. We challenge briefs, interrogate assumptions, and push strategic thinking further than most agencies are willing to go. It's what's earned us a strong reputation in the industry and a host of awards, including IPA Effectiveness, Thinkbox Grand Prix and both Campaign and Sunday Times Best Places to Work.

We're a boutique agency with big ambitions: growing with our existing clients and building the kind of visibility that attracts new ones. If you're someone who asks why, pushes back, and wants to shape strategy rather than just execute it, you'll fit right in.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Senior Account Executive collaborates with the Account Manager(and above) to oversee and nurture the client relationship daily at December19. Their primary responsibility is to maintain the seamless execution of campaigns, which includes effectively disseminating accurate information to all team members and delivering comprehensive presentations and reports to both clients and the internal team.

− Serve as the primary client contact, effectively managing day-to-day client inquiries and requests.

− Collaborate with the Account Director/Client Lead to shape the strategic approach for campaign briefs and media planning.

− Conduct in-depth analysis of audience insights and trends, consumer behaviour, and purchase journeys, applying these insights to campaign planning.

− Ensure the accurate and timely delivery of media plans to clients.

− Inspire, support, and drive excellence within in the Execs.

SKILLS AND ATTITUDE REQUIRED

− Demonstrate an understanding in all aspects of the media planning process across various channels.

− Ability to derive actionable insights from analysis of campaigns and broader data sources. I.e. AdIntel, Telmar and Media Tel

− Innovative and creative thinking capabilities.

− Exceptional time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

− Proficiency in managing a complex portfolio of client products.

− Strong interpersonal skills, including excellent client service, numeracy, written, and verbal communication.

− Effective at quickly establishing and nurturing productive working relationships.

− Self-assured and proactive, with a keen eye for identifying and communicating opportunities within client businesses and across the agency.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

− Collaborate with the Account Executive to oversee direct client service, maintaining regular communication through weekly calls, campaign briefings, and ongoing email correspondence.

− Organise and facilitate client meetings, actively engaging with clients to comprehend their specific requirements.

− Support on budget allocation and provide guidance to the client regarding annual budgets.

− Lead competitive review research to enrich client reports and insights.

− Oversee and monitor all phases of campaigns to ensure their seamless execution.

− Collaborate closely with the investment team to ensure the accuracy of plans and documentation.

− Foster trusted client relationships by demonstrating a deep understanding of their business, offering key recommendations.

− Identify and propose relevant testing opportunities across suitable channels and integrate them into client proposals.

− Ensure the seamless management and reporting of client finances, including approvals, purchase orders, billings, and forecasts.

− Take ownership of critical aspects of client reporting and campaign management, which includes scheduling, supervision, and completion of PCAs, status reports, and real-time campaign updates.

− Inspire, guide, and help to develop Account Executives.

− Delegate tasks as required, ensuring comprehensive briefing and training for the Account Executive and effective management of their workload.

− When applicable, contribute to broader agency activities and culture, such as new business initiatives, networking, and social opportunities.

OUR VALUES

Our values are important to us and are embedded in everything we do. We pride ourselves on four principles that define how we work: Challenge the Norm, Question Everything, Drive Change, and Own It. We welcome all who are committed to these values.

We support flexible working and value diversity, providing equal opportunities for employment, career, and personal development. As a proud B Corp, we are also dedicated to minimising our environmental impact and contributing to a more sustainable future.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FULL TIME

Location: Clerkenwell, London

Hybrid Working Policy: Typically 3 days in the office, 2 from home

Salary: Commensurate with experience

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your CV and covering letter to

Hello@december19.co.uk

and we’ll be in touch!