Account Executive, Ad Sales

This is a Full Time Job

We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU!

Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

We now have a rare entry-level opportunity in to our highly successful Ad Sales team in SYDNEY. This Account Executive position is a permanent full-time role at our office in Pyrmont.

Enough about us! What you’ll do as an Account Executive:

This role is responsible for supporting the Sales team working on a dedicated portfolio of accounts, ensuring that the administrative and customer service functions are delivered with the utmost care and accuracy.

Functions will also include:
• Providing administrative support to nominated Account Managers in an effective, detailed and timely manner.
• Delivering a high level of client satisfaction through providing prompt, customer focused and professional responses to enquiries and requests.
• Proactively providing support and embracing joint responsibility with Account Managers for client activity and internal reporting activity, such as post campaign reports, preparing client proposals, booking procedures, revenue reports, etc.
• Accurate management of client database
• Various projects when delegated
• Being a key point of contact in the absence of the Account Manager to ensure the needs of our clients and agencies are met in a customer focused manner.

What are we looking for in an Account Executive? What’s important?

• Strong skills across the Microsoft Office Suite including PowerPoint, Excel, Word and Outlook
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proactive and able to use initiative to solve problems and navigate challenges with a positive attitude
• Great attention to detail
• Proven experience in a customer service focused role

Extra points for the following, but not essential:

• Previous media industry experience would be great
• Exposure to working with a client database

This is a great opportunity for someone with tertiary qualifications in Media & Advertising to kick off their career with an industry-leading Ad Sales team, with great training, support, and ongoing career development opportunities.

All applications must be received online (emails not accepted) and we are looking at an ASAP start.

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