Account Executive

The role

We are looking for a Account Executive to join We Are Social team:

Your role is focused upon day-to-day delivery and your Team leaders will help you manage your tasks and priorities, although we do expect you to take responsibilities here too. You need to be conducting business in an effective manner with attention to detail and accuracy in all communications either internal or external.

We do expect you to keep abreast of the industry and consume a wide variety of social media looking for emerging trends and best practices, educating not only your own team but also the wider team here at We Are Social.

WHAT DOES THE ROLE INVOLVE?
The nature of We Are Social’s business requires a high level of flexibility, common sense and versatility. While the specific content of your role is clearly defined, the nature of the demands placed on us and the creativity of our campaigns means that the role will evolve over time and needs a ‘can do’ approach to picking projects up and making them happen.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING?

• Liaison between key stakeholders both internally and externally
• Understand the overall client business objectives and develop strategies as needed
• Assist the Account Manager and Account Director on day-to-day delivery of output
• Work with the wider team to ensure all content created is of the highest standards
• Attend briefings/meetings both internal, externally and prepare minutes
• Prepare and manage briefs and timelines as needed
• Respond promptly to clients’ concerns, feedback and request while ensuring regular updates on the statuses of each project/campaign
• Be meticulous and organized in content reviews and job filings

Requirements

WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE?

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Practical experience in account management is a plus
• Experience in advertising or PR industry with sound knowledge in social media is preferred
• Proficiency in English and Chinese, Mandarin fluency is a plus
• Passionate about exploring new ways and solutions
• Problem solver with the ability to “think outside the box”
• Must have an entrepreneurial approach to work and take on extra responsibilities as directed by supervisors
• Good team spirit