Account Manager

Description:

SMG is looking for a dynamic Account Manager to join their in-house agency team supporting Morrisons, one of the UK’s leading retailers. Based in Bradford (2 days/week), this hybrid role offers the chance to lead campaigns for top FMCG brands, directly influencing shopper behaviour through strategic media planning and execution.

In this high-impact position, you'll manage a client portfolio, craft and implement integrated media campaigns, oversee team performance, and collaborate with stakeholders to meet commercial goals. This role is ideal for candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering tangible results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Management & Strategy:
  Lead development of media plans aligned with supplier budgets and strategic objectives to meet KPIs and brand goals.

• Campaign Activation:
  Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to launch multi-channel branded activities, both online and in-store, adhering to creative standards and timelines.

• Commercial & Forecasting:
  Track financial performance for category portfolios, support commercial target achievement, and manage budget forecasts.

• Team Leadership:
  Line manage direct reports, including setting work plans, conducting appraisals, providing coaching, and monitoring day-to-day activities.

• Content & Reporting:
  Ensure timely and high-quality delivery of media plans, performance reports, campaign evaluations, and stakeholder recommendations.

• Stakeholder Engagement:
  Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and internal teams, confidently engaging with senior stakeholders and adapting communication styles accordingly.

• Organizational Support:
  Contribute to broader SMG initiatives aimed at strengthening culture, governance, and internal systems. Participate in leadership meetings and support ad hoc company projects.

Candidate Profile:

• 6–12 months of team management or coaching experience

• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with a record of achieving targets

• Background in planning and delivering effective marketing or media campaigns

• Ability to think creatively and challenge traditional processes

• Excellent organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills

• Flexible, energetic, and comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment

• Passion for building collaborative and high-performing teams

Benefits:

• Salary: From £39000 annually + 10% discretionary bonus

• Work Perks:

  • £1800 annual wellbeing fund

  • Free Headspace subscription

  • £500 Uni Fund for personal learning

  • 4 extra Wellbeing Days off per year

  • Summer & Winter conferences, and regular team celebrations

  • 4pm finishes every Friday

  • Flexible hybrid work structure

Why Join SMG?

SMG is proud to be ranked the #1 Best Marketing & Media Agency with World-Class accreditation from Best Companies. They foster a culture of honesty, curiosity, and growth. Employees are empowered to make an impact, challenge the status quo, and build their future in a highly collaborative environment.