Strategic Agency Manager

Role Overview

The Agency Partnership team is a high-achieving group committed to driving success by collaborating with various digital-first media agencies in Southeast Asia. As a Strategic Agency Manager, your primary responsibility will be to lead agency partnerships across emerging growth markets such as Malaysia, Philippines, and Pakistan. This role centers on executive influence to expand Google's media value for agencies and their clientele, thus fostering revenue growth and increased product adoption.

Key Responsibilities

• Achieve challenging quarterly business and product goals by expanding agency business through scalable product adoption across a diverse portfolio of agency clients.
• Manage a comprehensive portfolio of agencies by understanding their growth drivers, recognizing expansion opportunities, mitigating risks, and formulating strategic multi-quarter plans.
• Consistently pursue long-term strategic objectives covering new and existing business while delivering exceptional sales experiences for Google's agency partners.
• Build and maintain strong agency relationships at all levels, from C-suite executives to media planners and buyers.
• Function as a strategic thought partner alongside the Agency Lead on high-level initiatives and planning at the agency level.

Candidate Profile

• Degree holder or equivalent practical experience.
• A minimum of four years in business development, partnerships, management consulting, or investment banking.
• Proven sales experience within technology, advertising, media sales, or internet sectors.
• Hands-on expertise with Google Ads and YouTube account management including overseeing ad or media campaigns.
• Experience managing commercial deals, Joint Business Plans, or incentive-based partnerships with senior leadership, including C-level executives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in media across various channels such as TV, radio, print, and sponsorships.
• Proficient at engaging with C-level executives and collaborating cross-functionally across all management tiers.
• Skilled in simultaneously handling multiple partners with meticulous attention to detail.
• Adaptable and capable of thriving in fast-evolving environments, demonstrating excellent problem solving and innovative thinking abilities.

Additional Information

Applicants holding the legal right to work in Singapore without requiring visa sponsorship from Google will be prioritized. Google prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and supports diversity and inclusion regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Provisions for accommodations during the application process are available upon request.