ABOUT US_
At Talon, our mission is to unlock the full potential of out of home, making it more effective, creative, measurable and sustainable than ever.
We’re passionate about OOH and are on a mission to drive the growth of this sector within the media industry. In just over a decade, our desire to offer intelligent, creative, technology-led OOH solutions and a full-service OOH offering saw us grow into a team of over 450+ people located in key cities across the globe. In that time, we have been awarded for our approach to our people, our clients and our industry. We hire the finest talent to help us unlock the full potential of the Out of Home (OOH) environment for our clients; and pride ourselves on the individuals who represent our business.
Evolve OOH is part of the Talon Group and is a global outdoor media agency whose vision is to evolve the OOH medium through pioneering, results driven tools, team experience on a global scale, and a passion for creativity.
THE ROLE_
As Client Manager you will have direct management over the Client Executive, whilst reporting to the
Client Director. You will be leading the day-to-day planning of a retained luxury brand client account,
supporting them with efficiencies whilst planning their OOH campaigns.
A DAY IN THE LIFE_
- Understand the strategy and objectives of the account/s, using your knowledge and experience to deliver and add value.
- Build and develop OOH relationships with suppliers; and monitor the ongoing activities related to them.
- Manage multiple plans in multiple markets concurrently.
- Communicate accurate planning information and campaign statuses to senior internal stakeholders, clearly and promptly.
- Compile and maintain accurate budgets and forecasts for senior management.
- Negotiate contracts and close agreements to maximise profit.
- Resolve client and campaign issues quickly, as and when they arise.
- Help build, maintain and utilise planning tools; ensuring all data and information is up to date and that the wider team are equipped to assist.
- Coach and supervise Business Assistants in all aspects of their work.
WORKING HABITS AND CORE SKILLS_
- Commercially aware, on the lookout for new opportunities and ways to generate added value.
- First class relationship management skills; with the ability to communicate across all levels, internal and external.
- Ability to influence others internally and externally.
- Proactive and organised.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Good attention to detail.
- Enthusiastic, with a willingness to learn.
- Looking to further personal development.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS_
- Extensive UK & International OOH planning experience and market knowledge, local and global.
- Exceptional commercial acumen
- First class relationship management skills; with the ability to communicate across all levels, internal and external.
- Second language is advantageous.
- Some people management experience is desirable.
OUR TEAM_
Evolve OOH/Talon International is a truly international team. Thanks to all our different backgrounds we provide a truly holistic approach to international OOH, something that makes us. Because we are international, we manage a huge pool of clients and manage campaigns in different part of the world. While we are very hardworking, we always make sure to have fun and support each other in the process.
WHY US _
“The best thing about working at Talon is the space, time and expertise I’ve been given over the years to grow and develop my skills.” Client Director at Talon
OUR VALUES AND HOW WE WORK TOGETHER_
WE ARE BOLD_
As industry provocateurs and pioneers, we respectfully challenge the status quo, take pride in our people, big ideas and partnerships.
- We embrace change
- We challenge respectfully
- We lead the way
WE ARE HUMAN_
We are a diverse collective of changemakers who value respect, fairness, and integrity and expect the same in return.
- We value collaboration and togetherness
- We are empathetic
- We embrace individuality
WE ARE SMART_
Our trailblazing spirit and learning centric culture ensures our knowledge provides maximum value to each other and our clients.
- We grow and learn
- We are trusted
- We are mission possible
Talon is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek to employ and develop a workforce representative of the markets that we serve and brands that we represent.