Account Supervisor

Are you creative-driven? Are you curious and ready to tackle big business problems? If so, maybe we should talk!

Cossette is a dynamic Canadian marketing communications agency. We have been around for more than 40 years. We have offices in all regions of the country and although we are considered part of the Canadian agency establishment, we’re anything but stuffy. In fact, we are the exact opposite. Cossette has a reputation for being innovative and entrepreneurial. We pride ourselves in our agility, creativity, our currency and a certain kind of edginess. We play hard and we work hard. Perhaps that’s why we previously were named one of the best 50 employers in the country. At least that’s what we think. But you don’t need to take our word for it. Come and learn for yourself.

ROLE DESCRIPTION:

We are looking for an energetic, self-starter with a passion for advertising. As an Account Supervisor you will be responsible for the success of your assignment, including quality of the relationship and profit contributions to the Agency. As the leader of this business, you will be responsible for all strategic, creative and integrated initiatives.You will be responsible for managing the total resources of the organization, ensuring that clients receive the most intelligent, creative and comprehensive response possible. You must also be a confident, assertive individual and leader who is solutions-oriented, makes decisions, can react quickly and strategically to change, and loves a good challenge!

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Develop and oversee process to streamline flow of information
• Develop strong relationships with marketing clients
• Lead and contribute to marketing and advertising initiatives
• Develop and present material to team and clients
• Direct supervision of employees
• Exceptional ability to follow process
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Computer literacy in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Exceptionally strong organizational skills
• Able to marshal team resources

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4 – 5 years of experience (ideally in an advertising setting)
• Strong knowledge in building budgets and tracking expenses
• Experience in print, digital and non-traditional mediums
• Well organized, proficiency in Office software
• Ability to manage several tasks at once with strong leadership and presentation skills
• Solutions-oriented with the ability to work with minimum supervision
• Strong team player with an open-mind and committed to excellence/passionate
• Committed to management and growth of team
• Previous people management experience with a strong focus on mentor ship

When you join Cossette you are entering the top rank of the Canadian advertising industry.

• We offer the opportunity to work with leading industry clients and a bright new office space that inspires creativity.
• Competitive compensation and benefit packages and the opportunity to advance your career quickly
• We are looking for people who think outside the box. After all that’s what advertising is all about.
• In order to foster this we offer:
• A flat corporate structure. You will have the opportunity to work alongside senior level executives throughout the entire organization.
• A flexible work schedule and a business casual environment.
• Our entrepreneurial culture encourages creative input from every discipline and all levels of the company!
• Oh, and did we mention that we throw amazing parties!