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A Hybrid working model
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
What does a Account Manager do at Hogarth, on the TJX account?
You will be working within the TJX Activation Account team, implanted onsite working directly with the client within a wider TJX Creative team. You will attend TJX office in Watford two to three times a week. You will deliver small to medium projects, working with TJX's onsite in-house creative team. You will be responsible for managing small to medium projects from briefing to final delivery, ensuring that TJX stakeholders, clients and agencies, adhere to set timings to ensure a timely delivery of all projects. You will be working on a range of channels including but not limited to Campaign Management, Print, Digital and Social.
Client management responsibilities:
Immerse yourself in the client's brand and offering
Prepare client proposals for small to medium projects, under guidance where necessary
Present and deliver creative work appropriately – take ownership of your work and ensure best in class delivery of work to a high standard
Provide weekly status reports, accompanied by a meeting or call as per client needs
Provide agendas and detailed contact reports following all client meetings
Set and manage client expectations, deliverables and timeframes for your projects
Escalate all serious client issues to your line manager (SAM/AD) immediately and recommend solutions wherever possible
Contribute to identifying areas for improvement of existing workflow and processes which could benefit WPP Production and/or the client
Build strong day to day relationships with all clients and agency stakeholders – communication is key
Support in identifying training requirements and opportunities for clients to ensure their adherence to processes and improve workflow
Project Management responsibilities:
Co-ordinate between all relevant parties, this might be internally within the client TJX, internally within WPP Production or with other agencies and 3rd party partners of TJX.
Consistently deliver against all contractual obligations including SLAs and KPIs for your projects
Manage small to medium client projects from brief to delivery ensuring final materials are on time and of the highest quality
Follow agreed workflows and utilise relevant project management tools that the client uses – Workfront.
Ensure clear division of responsibility for appropriate files at each stage of the project
Where project managers/producers are involved, take responsibility for ongoing communication, tracking project progress and status vs. schedules, timings, delays etc.
Manage, monitor and update all timelines and set realistic expectations with stakeholders
Monitor internal workflows, contribute to identifying areas for improvement and make recommendations
Ensure Schedules, technical specs and copy dates are obtained and correct, report any delays to your line manager (SAM/AD) and/or TJX BAM
Check all materials (PDFs, emails etc.) and ensure quality control procedures have been followed before sending to clients
Keep your line manager (SAM/AD) and/or TJX BAM updated on status of projects
Collate any information needed for input to client reports and presentations
Help organise, attend (if required) and minute meetings
Manage your workload effectively and highlight to your line manager if support is required to ensure successful completion of a project
Provide administrative support to the team as required
Reporting lines and key stakeholders
This role reports to a Senior Account Manager with support from the Account Director, but you will work directly with a client lead contact, Brand Activation Manager, on projects for a specific area they manage.
You will work closely with Creative, Digital and Production teams.
Requirements
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Why work here:
At WPP Production, you'll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You'll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP's unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.
Inclusion and Impact
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
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