Manager, Client Strategy

Job Description

Responsibilities
Job Purpose:

Reporting to the Director, Client Strategy; the Client Strategy Manager will be part of a team responsible for developing deep knowledge of their respective industries/clients and translating that knowledge into innovative client-focused NBCU portfolio solutions. The position will support the day-to-day activities of their team, and the partnership between the Client Partnerships, Ad Sales, and marketing teams - driving revenue and growing our clients' businesses.

Responsibilities:
• Serve as part of the go-to, expert team for key category intelligence across the NBCUniversal Ad Sales division
• Develop and deliver compelling stories around the relevant categories, including trends and insights to support key company stakeholders and the NBCU Portfolio positioning
• Research, analyze and report on changing consumer behaviors & media industry trends
• Turn insights and trends into compelling narratives reflecting how Comcast/NBCU platforms and assets can turn a client's brand positioning into a fully realized marketing and media investment at scale
• Identify areas for growth on existing and new accounts, and work with sales to capitalize on those opportunities
• Develop expert level knowledge/insight of assigned categories
• Provide strategic sales positioning to differentiate the NBCU portfolio in the marketplace
• Participate in projects involving creative insights and new revenue opportunities across NBCUniversal
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of the NBCUniversal portfolio

Qualifications/Requirements
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree required
• 5+ years in relevant experience (agency strategy/planning, performance/digital marketing, brand/management consulting, client-side marketing/media/digital)
• Successful candidate must be a strategic thinker, with the ability to turn insights into action
• Has experience researching and analyzing data and information, extracting key truths and insights
• Capable of handling multiple projects in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Act proactively to anticipate and deliver on sales requests and client needs
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately with excellent attention to detail
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

Eligibility Requirements:
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY
• Willingness to travel and work overtime
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older

Desired Characteristics

Desired Characteristics:
• Strong organizational skills – ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Focused on cultivating and growing strong internal and external relationships
• Interest in advertising/media, consumer insights, and business
• Strong writing and presentation skills
• Comfort working with qualitative and quantitative data
• Understanding of the creative/campaign development process
• Passionate about content, television, and digital media space

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