Account Executive

Hearts & Science Melbourne

Account Executive

• Melbourne
• Full Time, Permanent
• Reporting to Account Manager

Why Hearts & Science?

Hearts ambition is to make a mark in our industry, and to leave behind entrenched ways of working. Hearts is about leveraging new technologies and smarter ways of working into new processes that deliver results. It is about a focus on performance and results, results for our clients and results for the Hearts & Science business and all the people that work within it. It is about winning and making a difference. Leaving your mark on the agency and the industry.

We substantially invest in our people and culture to nurture a unique, positive, energetic and collaborating working environment. We want everyone that chooses hearts to have a rewarding and enriching career, and to enable this we offer a comprehensive training programme. Hearts & Science supports a healthy work-life balance and a fun culture through its many initiatives: Flexible Working, Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, Summer Fridays, Parental Leave and Loyalty Leave to name but a few.

The Opportunity

As an Account Executive you play a vital role in the team, providing support to the broader team across all facets of planning management, building strong and professional relationships with clients, managing all types of requests in a timely manner as well as operating in a team first capacity.

You will be taught, via internal and on the job training, to be an expert in digital and traditional media channels. You will interact with clients and media owners and take on increasing responsibility for planning and non-TV buying responsibilities. We want you to have confidence, be brave and to give your opinion willingly and frequently.

Every single task conducted needs to be completed with accuracy, high levels of attention to detail and with collaboration at the forefront. However, with at least one year's experience you will now be taking ownership of tasks, be liaising actively with clients, media owners and the various divisions within Hearts & Science and the SBUs

Day to day responsibilities

• Client Management: Understanding the business dynamics of the categories in which your client operates. Demonstrate creativity and active participation in workshops and brainstorming. Ensure client expectations are met.
• Stakeholder Management (Internal and external): Build and develop key relationships through active networking and internal teams
• Team Management: Empower and guide assistants within the team, ensuring agency processes are understood
• Campaign Management: Monitor campaign delivery and create media plan recommendations and alternatives. Produce post campaign analysis and manage the query process. Ensure monthly finance process is completed accurately.

About you

• Prior experience in media and client management
• Good planning capabilities and understanding of media principles
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Team management, communication and collaboration skills
• Project management and time management skills

Next steps?

Does this opportunity feel like the perfect fit for you? Don't hesitate—apply today!

If you have any questions or would like a confidential discussion about the role, our dedicated Talent team is here to assist and eager to hear from you.

We take pride in being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, fostering a workplace where diversity and inclusion thrive. Regardless of race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, disability, or any other characteristic, we welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Should you require any support or accessibility accommodations during the application process, please inform us at the time of your application. Your privacy is important to us, and all personal information will be handled in accordance with relevant privacy legislation. Now is your time—show us what you can bring to the table!