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Graduate Account Executive

Independent media agency

  • Salary: £26k
  • Location: London
  • Permanent
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About the role

This independent media agency has built its reputation backing ambitious brands and organisations that want to punch above their weight. Working with a varied mix of clients, from well-known consumer brands to purpose-led organisations and charities, they help businesses grow through smart media planning, creative thinking and a no-nonsense approach to advertising.Curious, ambitious and fast-moving, the team believes it's not the size of the budget that matters, but the scale of the ambition behind it. With a collaborative, friendly culture and a genuine commitment to developing junior talent, it's a brilliant place to kick-start a career in media.Role overviewThis is a fantastic opportunity for a bright, curious graduate to get stuck into the world of advertising and media. As a Junior Account Executive, you'll support the wider team across a diverse portfolio of clients, including household-name consumer brands and charities.You'll work closely with an experienced Senior Account Executive and Account Executive, providing the analytical, technical and creative support that helps the team plan and deliver successful advertising campaigns. Your responsibilities will include:

Analysing competitor advertising activity and media spend to understand where and how brands are investing

Researching media, consumer and cultural trends to uncover interesting insights and opportunities for clients

Supporting the setup and delivery of advertising campaigns across channels including TV, digital, radio, press and out of home

Working with data, spreadsheets and media planning tools to support campaign decisions

Helping turn research and analysis into clear, useful findings for the wider team and clients

Keeping up with new technologies, advertising platforms and developments in the media landscape

Initially, you'll focus on learning the agency's systems, building your technical skills and supporting the team. As your confidence grows, you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of projects, contribute your own ideas and take on increasing responsibility.You'll be surrounded by experienced media professionals who are genuinely invested in helping you develop, with hands-on learning, external training and opportunities to attend industry events. What you're good at

Naturally curious: You're interested in how brands grow, why people buy things and what makes advertising effective

Analytical: You're comfortable with numbers, enjoy spotting patterns and can make sense of information

Excel: You've got a basic understanding of spreadsheets and are keen to develop your skills

Communication: You're articulate, personable and confident explaining your ideas, both verbally and in writing

Attention to detail: You're organised, accurate and take pride in getting things right

Problem-solving: You enjoy figuring things out and aren't afraid to suggest a different approach

Teamwork: You're friendly, affable and easy to work with, with a positive attitude and willingness to get stuck in

Initiative: You're proactive, enthusiastic and happy to learn new systems and ways of working

Bonus points for

A degree in a numerate or analytical subject such as Psychology, Geography, Economics, Business, Marketing or Media Studies

An interest in advertising, consumer behaviour, digital media or emerging technologies

Experience using PowerPoint, Canva or data analysis tools

An interest in cultural trends, brands and what makes a great advertising campaign

Any relevant internship, work experience or university project involving research, data or marketing

You don't need previous agency experience or a particular degree to succeed here. More important is being bright, personable, curious and enthusiastic about learning. If you're someone who enjoys working with people, likes solving problems and wants to understand how advertising really works, this could be a great fit. Why apply?

Work with a varied mix of exciting consumer brands and purpose-led organisations

Gain hands-on experience in media planning, buying, research and campaign delivery

Learn from experienced industry professionals with proper training and support

Join a friendly, sociable and collaborative independent agency

Enjoy hybrid working, generous holiday allowance, regular socials and early finish Fridays

Build a long-term career with opportunities to take on more responsibility as you develop

Perks & benefits

  • Hybrid working
  • Learning budget
  • Team lunches
  • Extra holiday