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Role Summary and Impact

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Account Manager in The Goat Agency MENA. In this role, you will manage key client relationships, design innovative influencer strategy/campaigns, and drive business growth. You will leverage your understanding of local Middle East culture, content creation expertise, and influencer trends to deliver impactful campaigns. Leading and mentoring a high-performing team, you will ensure exceptional client service and continuous innovation. If you are commercially driven, proactive, and passionate about influencer marketing, join us to shape the future of our industry.

Client Relationship Management:

Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients, ensuring their needs are met with exceptional service.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their goals, and providing strategic advice.
Proactively identify opportunities to expand client accounts and drive business growth.

Campaign Strategy and Execution:

Design, plan, and execute innovative influencer marketing campaigns tailored to client objectives.
Utilize in-depth knowledge of local Middle East culture to create culturally relevant and impactful content.
Demonstrate expertise in content creation and influencer trends to ensure campaigns are cutting-edge and effective.

Team Collaboration and Leadership:

Lead, mentor, and train junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
Work closely with cross-functional teams including creative, analytics, and sales to ensure seamless campaign delivery.
Provide guidance and support to team members, encouraging professional growth and development.

Commercial and Strategic Focus:

Drive commercial success by identifying new business opportunities and developing strategic plans to achieve them.
Monitor and analyze campaign performance, providing insights and recommendations for optimization.
Stay ahead of industry trends and continuously innovate to maintain a competitive edge.

Proactive and Excellent Client Servicing:

Anticipate client needs and proactively propose solutions that exceed expectations.
Innovate and implement new ideas to enhance client satisfaction and campaign success.
Ensure all client communications are clear, timely, and professional.

Middle East Market Expertise:

Leverage deep understanding of the Middle East markets to inform strategy and execution.
Adapt campaigns to reflect local cultural nuances and consumer behavior.
Build and maintain relationships with regional influencers to ensure authentic and effective partnerships.

Skills and Experience

5+ years of experience in Influencer marketing and account management
Extensive experience in GCC and wider MENA regions, managing and developing global accounts, and leading teams across diverse markets..
Demonstrated expertise in content creation and influencer trends.
Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Creative and strategic thinker.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:

Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.

WPP Media 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.

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.

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