Job Role: Account Executive
Location: Hertford (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: Up to £30,000 (depending on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm
About Our Client:
Our client is an award-winning creative agency based just outside Hertford. They specialise in delivering innovative marketing solutions for their clients.
They are passionate about developing people and helping them grow their careers within the business.
The Role
We are looking for an Account Executive to join their dynamic team, working across a portfolio of clients within the retail industry. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a genuine passion for retail and marketing to develop their career in a creative agency environment.
The successful candidate will be highly organised, detail-oriented, and confident managing multiple projects. Strong written communication skills are essential, with the ability to adapt tone from formal copy to more creative or conversational styles. You will work both independently and collaboratively with internal teams including Client Services, Creative, and Copywriting.
Some travel to client sites may be required, so flexibility and a driving licence would be advantageous.
Key Responsibilities
Managing client briefs from inception to completion, ensuring delivery on time and within budget
Attending client meetings and presentations
Supporting marketing strategy development
Assisting with social media activity, including content creation and engagement
Supporting the creation of presentations and campaign materials
Writing copy such as press releases and website content
Media relations, including pitching to press and tracking coverage
Assisting with event planning and occasional on-site support
Conducting client and industry research
Supporting new business pitches and proposals
Proofreading and quality checking materials
Managing print and digital campaign deliverables
Budget tracking and billing support
Collaborating with design teams on creative briefs and outputs
Media planning and buying
Monthly reporting and basic data analysis
Full training and support will be provided to help you develop across these areas.
Technical Requirements
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Google Docs
Social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn)
Knowledge of CMS platforms and Xero is beneficial but not essential
Benefits
23 days annual leave, plus your birthday off
Office closure between Christmas and New Year (in addition to annual leave)
Increasing holiday entitlement with length of service
Hybrid and flexible working options
Company laptop and phone
Private healthcare (after 3 months)
Company pension scheme (after 3 months)
Flu jabs and eye tests covered
Free on-site parking
Regular social events, including an annual Christmas party
Support with gaining industry qualifications
If you are enthusiastic about marketing, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of a creative and supportive team, we would love to hear from you.
Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, advertised by SMT Recruitment (Smart10 Ltd), acting as an employment agency/business. Your application will be considered alongside others, and we will contact you within three working days if you are shortlisted.
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