Account Executive

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Are you an early–career media exec ready to step up and take real ownership? Zenith is looking for an Account Executive to join their growing team — someone who’s keen to learn fast, build strong client and media relationships, and become a trusted go-to in campaign delivery. Why is this an exciting opportunity At Zenith, we are a connected team with purpose. We are driven to create new perspectives through modern media. We believe marketing is a powerful investment that can build, grow brands, and increase business profitability. So, we unlock opportunities for growth by placing consumer behaviour, attitudes, and insights at the heart of everything we do. We pride ourselves on delivering return on investment, imagination, and insight. Central to this vision is the knowledge that we are only as good as our people. To grow our clients\' business, we need to attract, retain, develop, and grow the brightest talent in the industry. We know it is not the sum of one, but the sum of all of us that make us great. Our behaviours are: Be Bold, Be Kind, Be Better Together. We’re determined to eradicate any barriers that prevent our people from achieving their fullest potential: We offer progressive flexible working options to everyone at all levels – It’s not a policy. It’s behaviour led and reinforced through our values Mental health & wellbeing is something we consider a priority – It’s championed by our own people internally and is a regular conversation We have a lot of fun – we’re constantly looking at reinventing how we’re connecting with each other The transformation you will experience Step into a role where you’ll build strong foundations in media buying across all channels — gaining full visibility of how campaigns come to life from briefing through to post-analysis. As an Account Executive, you’ll sharpen your stakeholder management skills, grow your technical capability, and play a key part in delivering campaigns that perform. You’ll be supported by an Account Manager and wider investment team, with the opportunity to learn, contribute and progress as you take on more ownership. Your scope will include: Executing campaign activations in line with internal implementation plans Tracking, optimising and reporting on campaign performance across all media Delivering accurate final buys, rate negotiations and budget management Loading bookings, checking confirmations and ensuring data accuracy in BCC Running weekly tracking reports and sharing insights with the team Assisting with quarterly added value reporting and monthly competitive reviews Supporting the Account Manager and Investment team with planning inputs Managing day to day holdings, material and campaign finance tasks Building strong relationships with media and creative partners What you’re looking for: A supportive and collaborative culture Clients who are open to suggestions and working progressively A role with genuine growth — working on varied campaigns with a supportive team Exposure across all media channels, tools and reporting systems The chance to sharpen buying fundamentals and learn from experienced leaders Opportunities to take ownership, develop confidence and contribute to team success What type of person will be successful in this role You’ll possess: 1-2 years’ media experience, with solid understanding of buying fundamentals Accuracy and attention to detail across data entry, reporting and delivery Confidence using core systems such as BCC and Microsoft Office (Nielsen and eTAM a bonus) Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to stay calm under pressure A proactive approach to time management and meeting deadlines Curiosity to learn, share insights and support the development of junior team members Ability to build relationships and represent the agency professionally Publicis Groupe benefits Be a part of the Publicis Groupe family, recent winner of the Employer of Choice Awards and one of the world’s most progressive and dynamic modern communications businesses. You can learn more about us at Enjoy all the perks that come with our network offering: A comprehensive Wholeself program supporting Physical, Mindful and Financial wellbeing. A creative, lively and rewarding office environment where people love working with each other, supported by our Publicis Liberté flexibility approach “working your way, with us” Access to our Global AI Platform, Marcel, connecting Publicis Groupe employees with opportunities for career mobility and collaboration across our global network. Extensive Learning & Development opportunities, including more than 15,000 learning programs via our online learning platform Marcel Classes. A culture of open feedback and support to reach your goals through our Career Conversations program. A committed Diversity, Equality and Inclusion strategy driven through our Viva Women , Égalité , enABLE , EmbRACE , and Ecologique committees. Leave benefits including Birthday Leave, Flexible Public Holidays, and an additional 5 days of leave (after 2 years of service). Work Your World program enabling employees the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world for up to 6 weeks per year. Parental leave policy with up to 18 weeks (based on tenure) paid primary carer leave, secondary carer swap and Cub Care leave . Access to counsellors, psychologists and professionals through Sonder - an all-in-on digital wellbeing technology platform designed to support psychological, medical & safety needs. Proud partners of Diversity Council Australia, Pride in Diversity, Family Friendly Workplaces, Supply Nation and the Australian Disability Network. If you don’t tick every box in this ad, please don’t rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who share our values of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, fearlessness, and integrity, rather than ticking boxes – so if this role resonates with you, please apply. Diversity. Inclusion. Equity. More than just words, these are part of our DNA. At Publicis Groupe we are committed to the inclusion and recognition of all people, regardless of race, age, culture, ability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, and religious affiliation. We believe that to deliver the best solutions to our clients, our people need to reflect the diverse communities in which our clients operate in. We value diversity and the skills, knowledge and experience that difference brings to our culture and solutions. Uniqueness is powerful; without it we wouldn’t be where we are today. So be you – we like it that way. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for people with disability or those that require additional support throughout the application process. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact us via - your personal information will be kept confidential. #J-18808-Ljbffr