Account Manager, Olympic Games

This position has been filled - Job#: 453366094

Job Summary

Description

LOCATION: Tokyo

REPORTS TO: Account Director

The Account Manager (AM) will be working on managing day-to-day activities and project management duties related to the planning and execution of a Tokyo 2020 Olympic sponsor.

The AM will have a high level of interaction with clients and other stakeholders. The AM must be a strong project manager who is thoroughly organized and detail-oriented. The AM will work closely with their AD, but will be expected to work independently, make decisions, and take ownership to ensure successful management and fulfilment of key project outcomes. The AM must have the ability to meet with and present to clients independently.

Additionally, AMs must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and be proficient in both Japanese & English at the Business level (Verbal & Written).

THE CLIENT

The client is a global B2B technology company sponsoring the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games on a Tier 2 level. Having been involved in the last two editions of the Games, the client plays an instrumental role in bringing the Games to life through their products & services. The brand is a global Octagon client who is also engaged in other sponsorships across the globe.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Client (External/Internal Relations)

• Build relationship and manage requests from client in relation to the Tokyo 2020 sponsorship

• Regular interface with clients at appropriate level and attendance at relevant meetings

• Deliver complex client relation activities, including presentations

• Daily client contact at multiple levels

• Regularly reports status & issues to Snr Management (usually AD)

Project Management

• Local day to day contact with rightsholder counterpart at equal level.

• Support local Octagon team and work in collaboration with the global Octagon team in development, approval, management and activation of all host country sponsorship activities

• Oversee client program approvals with rightsholders

• Support host country player/ambassador appearances

• Build and manage robust event management tools and support AD in the creation of a project plan

• Support activation strategies throughout the year

• Manage vendors, partners to ensure proper coordination of program logistics

• Leads relationship with third parties whilst reviewing, evaluating and negotiating basic contracts with vendors, properties etc

• Oversees multiple project work-streams from development through execution

• Drives project forward whilst managing client expectations at both the local and global level

• Communicate project status, successes or issues to AD

• Document meeting notes and results and provide regular updates on project status to internal and external stakeholders

Strategic Planning

• Has fundamental understanding of client objective and goals

• Captures key insights and learnings

• Plan execution, and participation in strategic planning

• Supports senior staff in all planning for clients

• Encouraged to recommend strategic ideas to senior staff

Creative Development

• Demonstrates ability to express independent thought

• Expresses new ideas and concepts

• Uses agency resources to ensure creative process

Staff Management and Leadership

• Demonstrated leadership in assigning / following tasks and deadlines

• Previous experience managing staff on project to project basis

• Ensures conclusions and actions are timely and accurate

• Keeps the broader project team in the loop on key developments

Budget Management

• Responsible for research and development of budgets for senior review

Knowledge/Expertise

• Moderate number of connections within industry, vendors etc

• Developing understanding of industry fundamentals; also developing an area of expertise

• Conducts desktop research, compiles PoV documents, competitive reports and trends reports to inform senior staff and client decision making process

Written/Verbal Communication

• Conducts 1:1 communication with Client

• Leads and influences conversations

• Presents to small groups

• Supports in the creation of client documents - work requires minimal revisions from supervisor

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• 4 - 6 years’ experience in a client or agency role with a background managing top tier/global sponsorships – from rights managements, to the development, integration and implementation of associated marketing strategies

• Prior experience in the B2B and/or Technology category is an advantage

• Must be proficient in both Japanese & English at the Business level (Verbal & Written)

• Able and comfortable to operate within a global working environment as well client’s office

• Well Developed Skills:

  • Project Management

  • Client Service

  • Business Writing

  • Computer Software (MS Office)

  • Research

  • Presentation skills development

  • Produces greater range of client facing documents

  • Excellent communication skills (English & Japanese at Business Level)

• Developing Skills

  • Understanding client and business moving parts

  • Negotiation

  • Strategic planning

  • Creative development