Our clients are a leading international through the line media company with offices worldwide. They are currently in urgent need of a Client Services Director to be in position by June if at all possible.
The base salary of £55k comes with a company car, Mondeo Ghia/Titanium.

• Strategic direction and tactical management of major client Business (both print and digital)
• Identify and generate incremental business from across the account
• Ensure company exceeds customer expectations and all contract metrics
• Provide ‘added value’ strategic marketing communications insight and consultation to both client and agency teams
• To lead and manage the account teams responsible for assigned accounts.
• Support and deputise for Head of Client Services
Must have extensive creative agency experience.
-- To strategically lead and develop the major clients marketing communications business, including both print and digital channels
-- Develop business across clients geographies and user areas, specifically Britain and Germany, Motors (Israel), FCSD and Public Affairs.
-- Support and identify opportunities arising from company`s activities with other clients Company activities including our CGI work in North America, and communications work with the clients owned companies across the globe.
-- To manage the day-to-day running of the account teams working on assigned accounts.
-- Develop long-term relationships with clients from mid to senior level, by regular personal contact.
-- Ensure effective delivery of the Nu.world tool, including effective management of the Market Liaison team. Identify and deliver developments and enhancements to the tool to meet and exceed client requirements
-- Ensure account management teams responsible for assigned accounts complete all required administration and reporting including contact reports, quality process documentation, project housekeeping and invoicing
-- Support the Head of Client Services and Managing Director in the agency’s forward business management planning
-- Support Head of Client Services in development and management of WPP/Y&R group initiatives and new business development
-- Support Head of Client Services in development and delivery of company new business strategy
-- Liaise closely with the operations teams on project management, resource planning and reporting
-- Ensure personal administration (timesheets, timesheet approvals, expenses etc.) are kept up to date
-- Deliver regular reporting to Head of Client Services on key issues and account status
-- Provide vacation cover for Head of Client Services when required
Minimum GCSE standard English/Maths
1 Relevant degree or equivalent
1 Proven ability to work at a senior level in an agency or marketing role
1 PC literate, including internet and email skill
1 Proven administration skills
1 Proven organisational skills
Able to work overtime as and when required
1 Valid Driving Licence
1 Overnight and overseas travel possible
Desirable requirements:
Automotive Industry
1 New business
1 New media