Account Manager

Awaken Millers Point, New South Wales, Australia Account Manager Awaken Millers Point, New South Wales, Australia 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Location: Milson’s Point (Hybrid/3 days per week in the office) Hours: Full Time Are you ready to take ownership of client relationships and deliver integrated campaigns that make an impact? Awaken is seeking an Account Manager to join our growing Client Services team. This is a chance to work on exciting local and global brands, partner with talented specialists, and grow your career in a supportive, flexible agency environment. Awaken is 10 years young and proudly independent. Curiosity, collaboration, and fresh thinking drive everything we do. We uncover opportunities across strategy, creativity, and media helping brands cut through with work that’s impactful, precise, and innovative. Our team is close-knit but globally connected. Whether it’s Slack, video calls, or in-person catch-ups, we value open communication and collaboration. What makes Awaken different is our balance: we’re ambitious for our clients but equally focused on being a flexible, family-friendly workplace where people feel trusted, supported, and inspired. Why Join Us? Work on an exciting mix of local and global clients. Collaborate with specialists across strategy, media, and creative. Flexibility to balance work and life, in a family-friendly environment. Be part of an independent agency where you’ll have freedom to innovate. Role Overview As an Account Manager, you’ll be the primary point of contact for your clients and the person who keeps the work moving internally. You’ll manage your own portfolio, collaborate with senior leaders on larger accounts, and build the capability needed to step into a Senior Account Manager role. This suits someone with 2–4 years of agency experience who’s ready for more ownership and broader client exposure. What You’ll Do Be the person clients rely on Build strong, steady relationships Get to the heart of what clients need, not just what’s written in the brief Keep campaigns moving Turn briefs into clear, actionable plans Coordinate Media, Creative and Insights so delivery feels cohesive Manage timelines, approvals and reporting Manage the creative process Brief and review assets with our Creative & Projects team Keep versions organised and delivery on schedule Stay across the commercial side Track budgets, scopes and profitability Flag changes early and support invoicing Contribute thinking, not just execution Bring client insight into strategy discussions Identify opportunities to optimise or extend campaigns What You’ll Bring: 2–4 years’ account management experience in advertising, media, or digital agencies. Strong understanding of media campaigns (digital, social, OOH); creative exposure is a plus. Commercial acumen, comfortable managing budgets and scopes. Confident communicator and presenter who builds trust with clients and colleagues. Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to juggle multiple projects at once. Resilient and solutions-focused when priorities shift. Ambitious to progress into a Senior Account Manager role as we grow. Join a team where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your clients will value the difference you make. How to Apply Apply via LinkedIn job post. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Sales and Business Development Advertising Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Awaken by 2x Get notified about new Account Manager jobs in Millers Point, New South Wales, Australia . #J-18808-Ljbffr