Account Executive

Job title: Assistant Account Executive
Department: Account Management
We are hiring an Assistant Account Executive to work on client business. This person will help manage the execution of projects such as email blasts, direct mail pieces, event collateral, website updates, social and more. S/he will report to the Management Supervisor and work in partnership agency departments, other agencies/partners and Clients to execute a number of critical projects.
Our ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills in order to keep all parties (internal and external) updated on project progress, issues, etc. This person will have a sense of urgency, attention to detail, and the ability to work under very tight/aggressive deadlines while managing multiple projects.
Responsibilities:
Manage the execution of multi-channel marketing communications programs that include email, direct mail, digital, web, event, collateral and other marketing communications

Act as project leader/owner to ensure all project steps, creative reviews, budget needs, etc. are met

Develop creative briefs (both strategy and writing)

Lead creative kick-off and creative turnover meetings

Develop and manage project timelines

Develop estimates and manage cost against project budgets

Review creative against the criteria set forth in the creative brief for accuracy

Assist in the preparation of client meetings and reviews

A successful Assistant Account Executive will:
Have the ability to multi-task, prioritize multiple demands and details, and deliver high-quality work within a fast paced, retail environment

Be a self-starter who will take initiative and look for ways to improve any and all aspects of the position, the Client relationship, and our approach to our Client's business

Demonstrate a strong grasp of the Client's commercial and business objectives and ways in which MRM can help contribute to both their long and short term business strategy and success

Own creative development projects as appropriate and escalate any issues or concerns with these projects to supervisor

Establish solid, beneficial relationships in a Client support role, while representing MRM

Build and nurture relationships with internal team members

Apply a high level of attention to detail and accuracy in work at all times

Be familiar with of the basic concepts of CRM, analytics, segmentation and modeling

Have excellent oral and written communication skills

Education and Experience:
University degree (ideally in marketing, advertising/communications or business studies)

2 years relevant work experience in related fields - ideally with CRM experience; automotive experience is a plus.

Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

About MRM:
MRM creatively engineers total human experiences. Through purposeful, dynamic intersections between strategy, creative, technology and data sciences, MRM operates in a borderless, integrated way, to allow for greater collaboration and velocity- all to the service of helping businesses grow meaningful relationships with people. MRM has 35-plus offices across North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific.
At MRM, we value a culture in which all people are treated with dignity, fairness and respect. We're committed to fostering a positive environment free from harassment and discrimination. We empower individuals to take action and be creative when solving problems. And we expect self-awareness and accountability from team members at all levels of the organization. This is much more than a statement - it's in the act of living our daily lives.
MRM is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria.
If you require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please submit your request through one of the following methods listed below:
a) Dedicated E-mail - MRMDetroitCareers@mrm.com
b) US Mail - 360 W. Maple Birmingham, MI 48009
c) Dedicated Phone - 248-203-8000