Senior Account Manager
Food and Drink
Filleigh, North Devon- Hybrid
Competitive + Benefits
A little about us….
Bray Leino is a creative and communication Agency that drives growth through Creativenergy, by going beyond, to find the most powerful way.
It’s the way we began back in 1973. Before email, before mobile phones, when London was still 6 hours by road, our founders set up shop in a gloriously rural part of the UK. It’s how we grew into a full-service global agency. And it’s how we still look at the world now.
Creativenergy is the force that makes us think, create and work differently to our competition. It’s what makes us a thriving powerhouse of free-range thinkers, creators and makers. And wherever we are in the world, connects us all back to one common ambition.
To use creativity to make businesses grow.
About the role:
We are looking for a Senior Account Manager to join our Food & Drink team, where you’ll have the opportunity to work on well-known brands such as Thatchers, Barilla, Golden Wonder, and Mr Porky, among others. This is an exciting opportunity to manage diverse accounts and collaborate closely with key departments across Bray Leino, including Creative, Planning, and Media teams.
In this role, you will manage projects and oversee budgets for your clients, ensuring seamless communication and progress across teams. You’ll be responsible for brand development, campaign execution, and TV production, gaining hands-on experience across a variety of creative and strategic activities.
The role is based in Filleigh, North Devon, with a hybrid working model currently in place.
Key responsibilities:
• Leading live projects for your set of Clients and ensuring smooth execution.
• Managing and overseeing all active projects for your set of Clients.
• Serving as the primary liaison between the Client and Agency.
• Ensuring all deliverables meet deadlines and budget constraints without compromising quality or creativity.
• Identifying and pursuing proactive opportunities for your set of Clients.
• Stepping in for the Account Director and representing the team in key meetings when needed.
About the person:
We’re looking for an individual who thrives in a dynamic, creative environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional client service. You will embrace the opportunity to contribute to your clients' success while inspiring and supporting the growth of those around you. Whether you're an Account Manager ready to take the next step or an experienced Senior Account Manager seeking a new opportunity, if you have the drive to succeed in a fast-paced, innovative agency, we want to hear from you!
While experience in B2C marketing, food trends, and alcohol brands is advantageous, we are open to candidates from diverse backgrounds within the sector. Your strong leadership, communication, and account management skills are essential for success in this role. A proactive approach is key, as you'll be directing and managing multiple live projects—ensuring they’re delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest creative standards.
And in return…
• 25 days’ holiday, increasing to 29 after two years’ service, plus Bank Holidays
• Company pension scheme, with enhanced Employer contributions after 1 years’ service
• Medical Cash Plan – including employee assist programme, contributions to dental, optical, physio etc.
• Employee Discount Scheme – an online platform for all staff offering a variety of discounts at various shopping outlets, gyms etc
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme, via Salary Sacrifice
• Outstanding training and progression, including access to LinkedIn Learning and The Mission Group Learning Management System
• Employee referral scheme
• Regular staff social events
• Company Christmas closure
• Long service awards
• Cycle To Work scheme
• Mission Share Scheme
Here at Bray Leino, we’re celebrators of difference. We know it’s where Creativenergy comes from. So, our culture’s open, diverse and inclusive. Whether you’re coming for an interview or have been with us for years, what matters is your talent and character; the rest is what makes you, you.
We’re committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles, unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed (Level 1) Employer. As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to; ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, communicating and promoting vacancies, offering an interview to those with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the job and anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required.
We are also a part of…
The MISSION Group Plc. is The Brand Performance Group.
Delivering measurable, results-driven campaigns as the preferred creative partner for real business growth. We offer top-tier agencies, strategic specialisms and global reach delivering outstanding performance for brands. We call it Work That Counts™
Over 1,100 people across 25 locations and 3 continents.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
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