Senior Account Manager

Job DescriptionAre you passionate about creating advertising that not only informs but also transforms lives within the healthcare sector?At Havas Lynx, a global advertising agency at the forefront of healthcare communications, we combine unmatched creativity, extensive expertise, and a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical and healthcare field. Our communications resonate deeply with audiences and adhere to the highest standards of healthcare advertising.Committed to driving meaningful change—a change built on a foundation of rich experience, inspired by innovation, and confirmed through our proven track record—we work in close partnership with healthcare professionals, patients, carers, and leading pharmaceutical brands to navigate the complex challenges of today's healthcare landscape. Our approach blends strategic insights and deep scientific acumen with cutting-edge creativity and digital innovation, crafting campaigns and solutions that significantly improve people's lives.We’re a team of over 500+ people in Manchester and London, with a history spanning over 35 years and an ever-evolving future. You can get a feel for the #LYNXLife through our YouTube #LYNXLife playlist, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.Everything this company achieves—every life it saves, every penny it makes, every policy it changes, every award it wins—is down to everyone who works here.Please note that this is a London-based role, and our current hybrid working arrangement requires office attendance on Tuesdays and Thursdays, increasing to three days a week as of September 2024.Summary of our roleOur RoleAs a Senior Account Manager at Havas Lynx Group, you are the lead contact for both your clients and team, whilst supporting the Account Director in contributing to the strategic development and direction of your accounts. You will personally deliver an efficient, effective and profitable service to clients, whilst inspiring and supporting the client services team to deliver the same. You should be confident in managing all projects through agency systems and procedures, proactively liaising with internal teams whilst overseeing the activity of junior team members. You will support the Account Director in meeting and exceeding key performance indicators in respect of client satisfaction, business development and profitability.What you can expect to be doing:You will build meaningful and trusting relationships with your clients ensuring you position Havas Lynx as their strategic partner.You will immerse yourself in your client’s business and industry in order to be best placed to deliver quality campaigns.You will ensure client requests are dealt with efficiently, interpreting these into thorough and accurate internal briefs.You will work with Operations Team to manage the Production Schedule guaranteeing that the projects are delivered to brief, on time and within budget.You will oversee the quality control of work that leaves the agency, making sure it adheres to the client’s approved brief.You will assist the Account Director in overseeing financial interactions on the accounts and guarantee good financial health and billing practices.You will partner with the Insights and Planning Team to proactively develop your understanding of strategy and how this applies to the campaigns you are delivering.You will take a proactive approach to identifying and initiating business opportunities with new and existing clients.What we’d like to see from you:Previous experience of building and maintaining client relationships in a similar environmentA proven track record of delivering and driving success at a project and campaign level, where success is gauged both creatively and commerciallyExperience of mentoring and developing othersAbility to forge strong relationships with colleagues at all levels and disciplinesExcellent communication skillsCollaborative and solution focused approachFinancially and commercially awareEffective team management capabilitiesWhat you can expect from usA supportive and challenging environment in which you will have the opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact that matters. We put a huge investment into #LYNXLife and our #LXAcademy internal programmes. It’s a unique initiative that aims to reward hard work, reduce pressures, and ensure that we can all enjoy our time at Lynx. Our strategy is to build capabilities internally and inspire the best talent, so we can continue to deliver on our mission.You can also expect a whole host of benefits, including:Hybrid Working28 days annual leaveIncreasing holiday allowance connected to length of service (with the option to buy more, or sell)Early Friday finish throughout the yearExtra early Friday finish during summer monthsLate Monday start during winter monthsWellness Wednesdays with extended lunch hoursWellbeing programme – yoga, football, running club, hiking and moreSeason ticket interest free loans for travel#LXAcademy – our huge bespoke training programme for personal and professional developmentLife insuranceCompany pension schemeMedicash healthcare benefitEnhanced parental return to work schemeFully paid for, company parties and socials!Get in touch to find out how we can make an impact that matters together.