Account Executive in London, United Kingdom

Company description

Who We Are in the UK?

Spark Foundry, the Acceleration Agency.

We help brands to identify, learn and respond to opportunities faster than the competition.

Every client has an area of their business they need to accelerate, from short-term goals to long-term transformation.

We’ve proven our approach during the most difficult year on record. Now we’re using it to provide a launchpad for their future.

Come be an accelerator with us.

How we accelerate

• Planning : an approach that works in practice rather than theory, arming planners with the ability to create cutting edge campaigns

• Intelligence : a suite of tools that give definitive answers to big questions, and uncovers actionable insights about real people

• Trading : a model built on flexibility and trusted relationships, underpinned with bold guarantees

• Relationships : a culture of asking challenging questions to better understand the brief – we are not a ‘yes’ agency

• People : a strong history of recruiting talent from diverse backgrounds and accelerating their careers

Our Commitment

We are diverse though our experience, people and the clients we look after – and we celebrate that diversity. Our people hold us accountable to our beliefs and via regular surveys and our grass roots D&I team, The Collective, and internal next generation board, Firestarters, we hold regular events and work continually towards generating ideas, initiatives and educating our people to ensure we are a diverse and inclusive agency.

As part of our dedication to create an inclusive and diverse workforce, Spark Foundry is committed to equal access to opportunity for people without regard to race, age, sex, disability, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.

Overview

The Department

Spark Foundry’s planning department is the heart of the agency in terms of its function, its people and its location. We are diverse in our experience, personalities, nationalities and the clients we look after and we celebrate that diversity.

Media planners are the brains behind where you see ad campaigns. They dig into data, spot trends, and figure out the best places to reach the right people. Whether it’s TikTok, YouTube, or your favourite podcast, they know how to make brands stand out and connect with their audience in all the right ways.

Through the role, you would get to be involved in:

• Research trends: Stay on top of what’s happening with consumers and use these insights to shape your ideas.

• Support your team: Help the Account Manager deliver media plans that impress clients.

• Learn the ropes: Build your knowledge of different media channels, think of things like social media, TV, websites, podcasts, or even billboards and how they work together to reach the right audience.

• Keep it accurate: Assist with budgets and reporting, making sure everything is on track.

• Create standout presentations : Help prepare campaign presentations that shine.

• Grow your skills: Learn from experts and get to know how Publicis Media works.

• Build relationships with clients: Actively listening to their needs, collaborating on ideas, and delivering insights that help achieve their goals.

Through this position, you would get the opportunity to work across the exciting clients Wendy’s and Brown Forman within Spark Foundry.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

No need for specific qualifications or experience—we’re all about your skills, strengths, and how passionate you are about the industry!

• A data enthusiast who loves spotting trends and turning them into actionable insights.

• Someone with great attention to detail who can handle the responsibilities of an Account Executive role.

• A team player who’s eager to learn and grow their skillset.

• You should enjoy collaborating in a fast-paced environment and be able to stay ahead of the game.

• We’re looking for a proactive, results-driven individual who’s always ready to take the initiative

Additional information

Spark has fantastic benefits on offer to all of our employees. In addition to the classics, Pension, Life Assurance, Private Medical and Income Protection Planswe also offer;

• WORK YOUR WORLD opportunity to work anywhere in the world, where there is a Publicis office, for up to 6 weeks a year.

• REFLECTION DAYS – Two additional days of paid leave to step away from your usual day-to-day work and create time to focus on your well-being and self-care.

• HELP@HAND BENEFITS 24/7 helpline to support you on a personal and professional level. Access to remote GPs, mental health support and CBT. Wellbeing content and lifestyle coaching.

• FAMILY FRIENDLY POLICIES We provide 26 weeks of full pay for the following family milestones: Maternity. Adoption, Surrogacy and Shared Parental Leave.

• FLEXIBLE WORKING, BANK HOLIDAY SWAP & BIRTHDAY DAY OFF You are entitled to an additional day off for your birthday, from your first day of employment.

• GREAT LOCAL DISCOUNTS This includes membership discounts with Soho Friends, local restaurants and retailers in Westfield White City and Television Centre.

Full details of our benefits will be shared when you join us!

Publicis Groupe operates a hybrid working pattern with full time employees being office-based three days during the working week.

We are supportive of all candidates and are committed to providing a fair assessment process. If you have any circumstances (such as neurodiversity, physical or mental impairments or a medical condition) that may affect your assessment, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner. We will discuss possible adjustments to ensure fairness. Rest assured, disclosing this information will not impact your treatment in our process.

The deadline to apply to this role is 12th January 2025.

This role is for an immediate/as soon as possible start date.

The Recruitment Process:

Step 1: Apply and get started!

Step 2: Show us what you’ve got – complete some fun, interactive tasks through Arctic Shores’ assessment. You’ll get personalized feedback too!

Step 3: A quick chat with a recruiter to get to know you better and for you to ask any questions and let us know if you require any adjustments.

Step 4: Join us for a assessment day where you can showcase your skills and strengths.

Step 5: We’ll give you feedback, post assessment day, whether or not we move forward with your application!

Please make sure you check out the Publicis Career Page (https://www.publicisgroupeuk.com/careers/) which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAG’s (Employee Action Groups).