Salary guide
Account Manager (Advertising)
- Average salary
- £25,000 – £50,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
Marketing and Advertising
- The UK advertising industry is worth over £25 billion
Other names this job is known by
- Advertising Account Handler
- Client Manager
Key responsibilities
- Manage client accounts for advertising campaigns
- Liaise between clients and creative teams
- Develop campaign briefs and proposals
- Monitor budgets and timelines
- Present campaign results to clients
- Build and maintain client relationships
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in marketing, business, or advertising
- Experience in account management or agency work
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Commercial awareness
- Project management experience
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Account Manager
- Account Director
- Client Services Director
- Agency Partner
How to get the job
- Complete a degree in marketing, business, or advertising
- Apply for graduate schemes or entry-level agency roles
- Gain experience in account management
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