Account Executive (Production)

  • Full-time

Company Description

We are PG ONE.

We are the ideas, production and media for over 30 of the world’s most known and loved brands from the world’s biggest advertiser, P&G (Procter & Gamble).

When you see Pampers, Gillette, Head & Shoulders, Fairy, Ariel, Always & Braun to name a few, that’s us.

We are made differently to conventional agencies as we believe in the power of togetherness. Under one roof you’ll find creatives, designers, strategists, account teams, producers, project managers, data scientists, PR & advocacy teams and media talent, all working as one. 

And you’ll find a culture of pushing new boundaries to solve the most complex business challenges. We call this culture “Dare to be Different” and we are very proud of it. Because we know you have to keep breaking new ground, without fear, to be successful.

Job Description

We are looking for an ambitious Account Executive who is willing to roll their sleeves up and get the job done! No two days will be the same, it’s fast paced and fun, and we want someone who is comfortable and confident to juggle multiple projects & stakeholders at any one time. Someone who is proactive and always thinking two steps ahead about how we can go above and beyond client expectations. A creative problem solver, with a strong production background. You will be key to ensuring our integrated creative and planning teams consistently deliver best in class big ideas and strategic, digital first thinking. 

Key responsibilities 

  • Be the day-to-day business partner to the brand leaders, be the expert in their business, keep abreast of the agency’s existing services and latest developments with the brand.
  • Serve as the primary contact with the client on your key projects.
  • Lead and collaborate with producers, creatives, project managers and planners to deliver outstanding work for our clients. We aim to consistently deliver best in class strategy, digital first big ideas and integrated executions.
  • Provide ongoing education and insight into the ever-changing advertising landscape; ensure that the latest thinking is applied to our strategic and creative outputs.
  • Guard brand equity, agency reputation and credibility.
  • Lead key projects for our Europe and Global client teams – developing above the line and fully integrated 360 campaigns on a number of projects.
  • You will need to be on the pulse of all developments in the communications landscape across all touch points including digital, continually upgrading your understanding of what and how this can be leveraged on the accounts you work on.

Key competencies:

  • The parent and bodyguard of our ideas, you are responsible for inspiring, enabling and protecting the very best work. 
  • You are the lynchpin of the account- driving the momentum forward.
  • You lean into problems, are, dosed with healthy paranoia and proactivity.   
  • You are a team player, open and honest, transparent in your communications with clients and agency folk alike.
  • You set the agenda and drive things forward. You’re never really content, fuelled by ambition and swinging for the next big thing.
  • You’re a cultural engine: contributing to foster a culture where everyone can enjoyably collaborate on producing the very best work.
  • You are passionate about developments in the digital landscape, continually upgrading your understanding of what and how this can be leveraged for your client.
  • You ‘dare to be different’ to help drive innovation and fresh approaches.  

Experience and skills required: 

  • Experience working in an advertising agency and well versed in ATL/BTL integrated 360 campaigns, digital / social strategy and campaign development. 
  • Able to appraise and define strong 360 Toolkits, digital / social communications, planning and strategy.
  • Ideally (but not essential) some experience on big European and Global accounts within the beauty, healthcare, haircare or cosmetics industry. 

Communication and management skills: 

  • Leadership, teamwork and collaboration skills are essential  
  • Pro-active in handling multiple projects, complex situations and negotiations with a solutions-oriented approach to problems
  • Ability to influence and persuade stakeholders
  • Effective communicator and presenter 
  • Able to support team training and education
  • Fluent, articulate and confident when presenting audience insights, brand strategy and creative ideas

Marketing skills:

  • Consumer and category insights
  • Marketing strategy 
  • Digital Communications strategy 
  • Brand building
  • Good understanding of influencer marketing 

Client-facing skills:

  • Demonstrative understanding of 360 Campaigns, digital / social platforms and strategy 
  • Thought leadership 
  • Understanding of latest market trends
  • Understanding client needs
  • Maintaining client relationships
  • Building partnerships 

Additional Information

Diversity and inclusion is a core part of who we are at PGOne. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture that encourages, celebrates and supports our wonderfully diverse employee group – whatever their age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability or ethnicity. Diversity and inclusion doesn’t just fuel our creativity and innovation, it brings us closer to our people and audiences. We will continue to strive to create a culture and environment where everyone feels empowered and more importantly comfortable enough to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for employees with disabilities and for candidates in our application process.  If you need assistance or adjustment due to a disability, please contact us.

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