Project Manager / Account Manager - Drinks consultancy

The team and I here at Albion Rye Associates are currently partnered with an independent boutique but global drinks consultancy where everyone in the company lives and breathes the passion of the drinks industry. The team is made up of true professionals who have focus and expertise within this niche industry. They consult and work with many of the leading drink groups on major sales, innovation, and brand marketing initiatives.

They are currently recruiting for an Account Manager / Project Manager with consumer research experience and a passion for the drinks industry who will sit on their small and mighty client team who will build impactful partnerships with clients that adds value to their business and supports their ambitions.

This role will really suit a bubbly and outgoing Project Manager who loves growing client relationships, managing projects from start to finish involving multiple internal and external stakeholders and that has a passion for consumer research and the drinks industry!!!!

Key Responsibilities?

Manage or support the Directors on a range of client accounts day-to-day and in some cases be the first point of contact for these clients, ensuring that their needs and expectations are managed and fulfilled.

Managing client relationships and project logistics, including timelines, deadlines, and communication - Internally and externally.

Act as the 'eyes and ears’ of the client, ensuring project reports and strategic implications are in line with the client, their culture and wider business needs.

Partner with their global network of drinks consultants and independent researchers. This will include tasks such as: briefing the anchors on project requirements, chasing for data collection, setting up interview calls, problem solving with them around challenges they may face and recognising when to escalate upwards for support, analysing sales data, inputting into a common framework & analysis, fieldwork execution and timeline management, keeping on top of budget etc.

Staying immersed in and on top of changing consumer behaviour and cultural trends, as well as relevant category news

Growing and developing client relationships on an ongoing basis, to keep them coming back

Partnering with finance and operations on forecasting, resourcing, and project-related admin

Supporting client and business development by identifying new opportunities, helping support pitches and writing proposals

Supporting in promoting the business through marketing and PR activities

Requirements?

3 years + demonstrated experience as an Project Manager/ Account Manager from a design, advertising, strategy or research agency with experience in the drinks industry.

Good appreciation for the world of consumer behaviour, brands, innovation and cultural trends and the opportunities they present for brands

An ability to thrive within an independent working environment which means getting involved straight off the bat, enjoying autonomy and learning as you go

Great organisational/project management skills that help keep you (and others) on track

A team player who is willing to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in

Personal enjoyment of socialising (including going out to pubs & bars, festivals and/or other socialising spaces and enthusiasm for new drinks, flavours and different environments.

A love of the fast paced atmosphere of meeting deadlines and the confidence to chat with clients all over the world

Why Clients Choose Them?

They bring their expertise and really bring their street intelligence to life with compelling HD film

The managing partners have years of experience consulting for many of the world’s leading drinks groups on major sales, innovation and branding initiatives

Their global presence has them being hired around the world because they unlock street-level insight with keeping a fantastic level of professionalism

Each project is specifically tailor made and bespoke to meet the requirements of each individual client.

Why Candidates Choose Them?

They are looking to grow so you will be joining the team at a really exciting time

Competitive holiday allowance

Personal and company bonus opportunities

Company pension scheme

Exposure to a range of clients, countries, cultures and people

Community spirit being very important to them, they are a bunch of friendly faces and kind people that make you feel welcome

Potential to really grow & take your knowledge and experience to the next level by learning and honing new skills and tools.

Working in a boutique agency, working alongside higher management, wearing many hats, and gaining more skills and responsibilities

They believe in a great work and social life balance and have monthly socials and team meet ups

They all work together and help each other out; no matter how big or small. They are supportive, collaborative, and are stronger together. 'They love bouncing ideas off each other’.

They offer a generous holiday allowance including alternative ½ day off on a Friday.

They have a 'work smart’ mindset and good time management - They are not into long hours

Lovely office and ability to work on a hybrid basis

You will need a right to work in the UK