ABOUT BLUE 449

Blue 449 is a global media network that launched in Spring 2015 and is one of the 6 agency brands within Publicis Media. Blue 449 has 1,300 employees across 17 cities (14 markets), with the HQ in London. 

In the UK, our client list includes Asda, KFC, Dixons Carphone Group, Disney, Kettle Chips, Mandarin Oriental, Clarins, Vision Express, Weight Watchers, Kayak and many more.

PHILOSOPHY 
Analogue business models have been shattered by the new digital economy. New methods are needed. Today, a media agency must think flexibly, learn fast, respond swiftly, collaborate widely, nurture technology, amplify ideas, read data and operate at the very heart of businesses. It must sit at the intersection of data and ideas. There is a parallel for this in technology. It’s called open source.

Open source is a philosophy born in the world of software development that has since been applied to other fields. The core principle is that the source code of software programs be made publically available for adaptation, modification and development. It is an approach to work that is decentralised, people-focused and full of possibility. Open source has influenced the world’s most innovative businesses, from the sharing economy of Airbnb to the crowdfunding finance of Zopa to access-driven entertainment platforms like Spotify.
Its methods have greatly influenced us and we believe that open source behaviours not only make sense for a media agency, they are what are needed for a modern media agency to excel. Which is why we call ourselves ‘the open source media agency’.

We have many long-standing client relationships and an enviably strong client retention record. Our clients value us for our honesty, openness and willingness to collaborate, as well as our rich understanding of their businesses. Our work both prioritises the proven and is driven by a hunger for invention.

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Role Summary

We are looking for a dynamic Senior Account Manager to join our AV Investment team, on a large global brand within the food category.

This is a fast paced client that is willing to push boundaries so the ability to think on your feet and adapt to the changing requirements is key, with the support of your team who you will mentor and develop. 

Responsibilities
•    Lead the day-to-day running of AV across an innovative and exciting account with overall responsibility for plan creation, campaign negotiation and management, mid/post campaign reporting and optimization
•    Identifying and tackling delivery issues, acting as the key escalation point for the team. Being the key point of contact for broadcasters on day-to-day trading issues, conflict resolution, process management/improvement & new opportunities
•    Provide expertise for clients and the agency alike on TV planning, buying and the AV market in general understanding the nature of the client’s business needs and context, applying this to plan effectively and to improve client performance 
•   Ensuring negotiated terms are implemented.
•    Managing the auditing process for your designated account.
•    Conversant in TV Media Planning and Buying, audience, media planning and research tools - ability to think across the whole media mix
•    Build senior relationships and become highly regarded by media owners, clients, auditors and to have developed strong relationships at all levels.

Specific Skills

•    Understanding of all media markets and in particular an in-depth knowledge of the TV landscape. 
•    Experience mentoring, teaching and developing team members and being responsible along with the Director for the work of juniors, their success and growth within the team.
•    Strong attention to detail on both your own output and the output of your direct reports
•    Have an invested view on your own and the team’s development.
•   Confident presenting and leading meetings with senior clients and related external stakeholders
 

Benefits and Perks

•    25 days holiday
•    Company pension scheme
•    Dental insurance available at corporate rates
•    Life assurance
•    Season ticket loan
•    Cycle to work scheme
•    Subsidised gym membership 
•    Free eye tests
•    Childcare vouchers
•    Daily free breakfast,
•    Highly subsidised canteen
•    Free drinks and snacks available every Friday afternoon via the new starter trolley
•    All company ‘Skint Nights’ every month before pay day