ACCOUNT MANAGER

Toolbox Marketing was formed over 20 years ago founded by internationally acclaimed mall marketeer Michelle Buxton.  Toolbox Marketing has grown to be one of the largest specialist marketing agencies serving the real estate sector in the UK and Europe.  We remain the lead innovators and positive disruptor in the sector that we work within.  Toolbox Marketing provides insight-driven strategic and creative solutions to retail property and place making challenges. Our work ranges from the serious business of portfolio planning and brand repositioning – to the magic of creating emotionally engaging communications that make people want to shop, dine and play.  Toolbox Marketing is part of Toolbox Group.

Job Purpose

As Account Manager you are responsible for developing and implementing the marketing strategies for our shopping centre and place clients.  

You will be an excellent communicator, master of time-management and ensure that all deadlines are met, delivering within budget.  You will be required to juggle multiple tasks for multiple clients from event planning, to reporting and much more.  No 2 days are the same.

You will be required to ensure all work undertaken on behalf of Toolbox Marketing is delivered to a high standard.  An integrated and effective approach to all marketing activity and deliverables is required.

No two days are the same but your main responsibilities will include:

What you can bring to us:

• Standards – Ensuring all work undertaken on behalf of Toolbox Marketing is delivered to a high standard in relation to the budget.
• Time Management – Managing your time and input for all projects undertaken in relation to the budget and/or hours quoted.
• Communication – Work closely and communicate effectively and efficiently with other departments within the business to ensure an integrated and effective approach to all activity – account management, project management, design, web & app development, finance.

For our Clients:

• Capable of juggling multiple account management projects at a time, while maintaining sharp attention to detail
• Ability to develop and maintain a positive working relationship with clients, suppliers and stakeholders
• Proven flair for client communication and understanding of consumer behavior
• Ensuring that all Toolbox Marketing costs associated with a campaign are quoted and charged

Preferred attributes:

• Ability to develop and maintain a positive working relationship with clients, suppliers and stakeholders
• Self motivated
• Detail-oriented
• Problem solving skills
• The ability to multitask
• Ambitious and enthusiastic
• Honest and trustworthy
• Confident
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional organisational skills
• A go getter

Relevant Experience:

• Proven experience working as an Account Manager or relevant role.  Ideally BA/BS degree in Marketing and experience of agency life.
• Knowledge of digital marketing and social media systems and tools such as: Sprout Social, Tweet Deck, Social Pilot, Google Analytics, Mailchimp or similar software(s)
• Excellent communicator who is able to work at all levels both written and verbal. 
• Capable of  listening, negotiation and presentation abilities
• An individual who is self motivated, enthusiastic, confident and has the ability to multitask

Requirements: 

• Driving license and car to easily travel to clients and the remote location of our office. 
• 2 years experience in a marketing role

What do we offer?

• Hybrid working from your home, and our offices for collaboration with your team
• Learning and Development plan – bespoke to you with funding allowance from us
• 25 days paid holiday, plus Bank Holidays 
• Modern office with refreshments
• Stakeholder pension after 3 months (if meeting legal criteria)
• Volunteering day to further support our ESG strategy
• Social events (COVID secure)
• Finish at 4pm Fri-Yays! 
• Company dog and cat in our Bardwell office.

How to apply 

To apply, please send a copy of your CV with a covering letter and link to your portfolio to Chloe Keith, Managing Director:
chloe.keith@toolboxmarketing.com