Account Manager

About Kijamii

Kijamii is a distinguished, independent advertising agency with an innovative and culture-driven approach, boasting over 14 years of operation within the region, with offices located in Riyadh, Cairo, and Dubai.

Role Purpose

The Account Manager serves as the key intermediary between Kijamii and its clients in Saudi Arabia. This position involves fostering and maintaining robust client relationships while overseeing the successful execution of integrated marketing campaigns. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker capable of converting client goals into precise creative strategies, coordinating diverse internal teams, and enhancing campaign outcomes beyond client expectations. They will handle 3-4 principal accounts concurrently and work closely with teams based in Saudi Arabia, though the position is Cairo-based.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main contact for Saudi clients by cultivating lasting relationships through consistent communication, meetings, and strategic advice.
• Assess client briefs and convert their business goals into detailed creative strategies and campaign plans that resonate with both client needs and local market conditions.
• Lead collaboration among Creative, Media, Consumer Insights, and Production teams to guarantee cohesive project delivery.
• Oversee the entire process of integrated marketing campaigns from ideation to execution, maintaining superior quality and performance.
• Manage multiple client accounts (3-4 simultaneously), ensuring on-time, on-budget, and high-quality deliverables.
• Develop and present persuasive proposals, status updates, performance analyses, and strategic suggestions to clients.
• Monitor and report campaign metrics regularly, providing optimization insights to clients.
• Manage project budgets to ensure financially efficient delivery while maintaining profitability and client satisfaction.
• Keep updated with trends, consumer behaviors, and competitive insights in the Saudi market to advise clients strategically.
• Review creative materials and campaign assets to ensure compliance with client specifications and agency standards prior to client presentations.
• Identify potential challenges proactively and apply resolutions to maintain smooth project delivery and client contentment.
• Collaborate with business development to exploit upselling opportunities and aid new business proposals with current clients.
• Ensure campaigns and communications are culturally aligned and engaging for the Saudi Arabian market, adjusting global strategies to local contexts.
• Manage relations with external vendors, suppliers, and partners for streamlined campaign execution.
• Perform additional related tasks as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Advertising, or related disciplines.
• 4-5 years of proven account management experience in advertising, marketing, or communications agencies, ideally with clients from Saudi Arabia.
• Fluency in English and Arabic, both written and spoken.
• Proficiency with digital platforms and expertise in assessing campaign performances.
• Strong multitasking skills with the ability to manage diverse projects and cross-functional teams.
• Sharp analytical capabilities to interpret client objectives into actionable strategies.
• In-depth understanding of Saudi market dynamics and cultural nuances.
• Exceptional skills in developing client relationships and managing multiple accounts effectively.

Additional Information

This vacancy will remain available until August 10. Candidates must submit a portfolio relevant to this position to proceed in the selection process. Placement and remuneration will depend on the candidate’s experience and skills. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Kijamii expresses gratitude to all who show interest in joining the team.