Account Manager

About the Role

At OMD New Zealand, we are transforming the media landscape by fostering meaningful and creative connections between brands and their audiences. We are searching for an Account Manager to become an integral part of our team. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering innovative, insight-driven media solutions to a dynamic client portfolio. Reporting to an Associate Business Director, you will handle media planning ownership while collaborating with Account Executives, Media Assistants, and specialized teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement integrated media plans spanning digital and traditional media channels.
• Translate client objectives, category trends, and market data into clear, actionable media strategies.
• Create and present compelling, insight-based recommendations to clients.
• Collaborate effectively with Digital, Strategy, Investment, and specialist departments.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, media partners, and creative agencies.
• Support and mentor junior staff, aiding their professional development.
• Ensure media campaigns are executed accurately, efficiently, and with high quality standards.
• Identify new business opportunities and challenge existing norms with innovative ideas.

Qualifications & Experience

• 2 to 3 years of media planning experience covering digital and traditional platforms.
• Strong skills in presentation, storytelling, and stakeholder management.
• Proven ability to convert data and insights into impactful media recommendations.
• Experience in omni-channel media planning and understanding of the digital ecosystem.
• Familiarity with channels such as SEM, SEO, Programmatic advertising, Social media, Influencer marketing, Mobile marketing, Content, CRM, and Email marketing.
• Sound knowledge of media technology, measurement techniques, and attribution models.
• Meticulous attention to detail paired with competent financial management capabilities.
• Confidence to work autonomously while contributing effectively within teams.
• A proactive attitude with a commitment to continuous learning, creativity, and enhancement of work processes.
• Experience in mentoring or supporting junior colleagues.

Why Join OMD?

• Engage in impactful campaigns for leading, high-profile brands.
• Be part of a culture that promotes innovation, curiosity, and collaboration.
• Access ongoing professional development and learning opportunities.
• Collaborate with talented specialists across media, strategy, content, and digital functions.
• Contribute to initiatives that generate substantial impact and industry recognition.
• Advance your career within a vibrant, supportive, and fast-moving agency environment.