VACANCY FOR THE POSITION OF A BRAND/ CLIENT SERVICE MANAGER
A world class 360 degree marketing communication company is recruiting for the position of a brand/ client service manager.

Job Description:
The brand/ Client Service Manager is responsible for managing clients. He/ She will also be responsible for organising promotional, business and social events. He/ she must understand the clients' needs and objectives and liaise closely with them throughout campaigns, often on a daily basis. He/ She will ensure that advertising projects are completed on time and on budget. He/she will be involved in new business development. The role can involve handling multiple accounts and the hours can be long in a competitive environment.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities

 Responsible for building clientele base of the organisation by developing new businesses
 Acquire marketing communication and other related briefs from clients
 Prepare reports from meetings
 Monitor progress of briefs and projects internally
 Prepare strategy documents, proposals, media plans and budgets for clients
 Participate in brand strategy discussions
 Engage in proactive thoughts and generate new ideas for client’s brands.
 Participate in developing & executing annual client target setting & strategy review.
 Provide timely follow up on all advertising inquiries
 Manage both existing and new accounts with the same degree of professionalism
 Develop and enhance business relationships fostering existing and new business
 Present thoughts on creative outputs and thereafter discussing the same with internal team
 Relationship management.
 Develop contact reports of meetings with client and despatch same promptly
 Prepare weekly reports of clients and vendors transactions with agency
 Attend meetings whenever required
 Liaise with all internal departments, approved Vendors and service providers to ensure smooth flow of all assigned projects.



EVENTS MANAGEMENT
• Plan, direct, organize and co-ordinate events and programs
• Manage staff responsible for event co-ordination
• Preparing cost estimates for campaigns
• Booking venues, entertainment, equipment and supplies

 Any other duty as may be assigned

Requirements (Skills & Qualifications):
• 2-3 years experience in the required field
Strong proficiency in MS Office applications: Excel, Word, and power point
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to learn
• Budget- management
• Problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Project management
• Ability to work collaboratively with others to achieve desired business results
• Positive attitude and professional manner in all interactions; commitment to continuous learning and professional development
• Good listening and presentation skills
• Must be presentable and well groomed
Note:
Advertising agency and events management experience is an added advantage
CV’s should be sent to careers@oaklandsandjohnson.com on or before Friday, 19th August 2016