Account Director

Seeking: Aspiring account director driven by curiosity Are you the kind of person who loves learning about lots of stuff? Are you a business-minded strategist with an eye for a winning creative idea? An effective leader? A diplomatic and effective communicator? Are you organized? Accountable? Hold a passion for learning new skills? Do you understand the creative process? Know what ACTRA, TSA and SEM all stand for? If you answered 'Yes,' to all these questions, we want to hear from you. Reporting to the Senior Director, Client Services, as the primary liaison between the agency and your assigned clients, you will valiantly lead the agency's efforts in developing strategic marketing initiatives to meet clients' business goals. You'll make a plan and you'll communicate it to the client and your team members. You will oversee the project as it comes to life. You'll manage budgets (there will be spreadsheets involved). And you'll do it all with good humour and a can-do attitude.  Primary Responsibilities: Works to understand clients' business and operating environmentsOversees agency efforts to bring thoughtful, strategic ideas to the clientsBuilds great client relationshipsCoordinates projects across agency functions including research, strategy, creative, media, and digital activitiesResponsible for tactical execution of marketing plans Capably manages financial details including project estimates, budget control reports and revenue forecastsDevelops comprehensive project timelines and manages activity accordinglyWorks with team members to plan and manage agency resources across concurrent projectsProactively identifies and solves problemsKeeps up to date on trends in the industry, the news, and technologyParticipates in new business efforts; advises of potential for new business opportunitiesAttends appropriate business/social functions Qualifications: Approximately 5 years of relevant experience including a minimum 2 years of agency experienceUndergraduate degree from a recognized post-secondary institutionProven communication skills including excellent writing abilityDemonstrated ability to understand and manage project financialsExperienced in the use of Microsoft Office and Google equivalents (Doc, Sheets, Slides)Digital certifications (e.g., Google Analytics, Google Ads) considered an assetFamiliarity with productivity software (e.g., Basecamp, Slack, Teams) considered an asset About the m5 Group of CompaniesGroup m5 is one of Atlantic Canada's largest independent, integrated collection of industry leading communications firms - m5 Marketing and Communications, m5 Public Affairs, MQO Research and Group ATN Consulting. We recognize that to build an excellent team, we need to provide an excellent place to work. m5 is an employer of choice in Atlantic Canada. We offer a work-life balance uncommon to the industry and the opportunity to work with some of the best and brightest minds locally and nationally. Every day, you will collaborate with a talented team to help us help our clients make meaningful changes in their communities and in their industries. At m5, variety is abundant, and if you seek it, there is endless opportunity. Regardless of your role or career level, you will learn from your colleagues and clients. We support staff through courses, webinars, and mentoring to remain current in our dynamic industry. We help our team balance work and life with flexible work-from-home policies, summer hours, and a generous annual vacation break. We offer health insurance, a corporate gym membership, retirement savings plans, and we've even created a "curiosity credit" to ensure staff can refill their creative cups outside our walls. We take care of our team, so they can bring their best selves to work, ready to collaborate and innovate, and your team can't wait to welcome you. Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that equity-deserving individuals are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. The m5 group of companies is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles. If you require accommodation to participate in this recruitment, please contact join-our-team-accommodations@m5.ca (accommodation requests only, other emails will not be read). This position is remote in Winnipeg, MB, and is being offered on a permanent, full-time basis. Apply by April 19th. Advertising Services