Hogarth is the Global Content Production Company. Part of WPP, Hogarth partners with one in every two of the world’s top 100 brands including Coca-Cola, Ford, Rolex, Nestlé, Mondelez and Dyson. With a breadth of experience across an extensive range of sectors, Hogarth offers the unrivaled ability to deliver relevant, engaging, and measurable content across all channels and media - both established and emerging. The number of channels at our fingertips; the need for speed; and the drive for mass personalisation, all mean that brands need different solutions. Our global team of over 7,500 craft and technology experts brings together creative, production and innovation to help clients navigate this exciting and ever-changing world of today’s content experience.
WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore. WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500. Our people are the key to our success. We\'re committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.
The Role
Our Senior Account Director (SAD) is a knowledgeable and trusted Client lead. Accountable for end-to-end project delivery, management of client and agency relationships, they lead a diverse and dynamic team to deliver. Responsible for operational discipline, delivery, resource optimisation and profitability management across Clients and projects. You are the key point person for the projects you are leading and are responsible for delivering on time, on specification and on budget.
You possess problem-solving skills, have a passion for production, marketing and advertising and a desire to learn. Highly organised and accountable, you build trusting Client and team relationships, collaborate across multi-disciplined teams and draw on the expertise of Hogarth’s resources and capabilities. You are ensure we execute flawlessly.
Reporting lines and critical stakeholders
This role reports to the ASP Production Lead (based in Singapore) and will collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Business
- You will be required to have a good understanding of all areas of the business to support your line manager and extended team across the board.
Communication
Responsible for managing the day to day client relationship with a focus on Client deliveryOversee the on-time delivery of projects and ensure the smooth delivery and swift resolution of issues to maintain client confidence in Hogarth’s capabilities to deliverYou will be the key day-to-day Client delivery contact with clients, agencies and all associated Hogarth teamsUnderstanding of client’s needs to deliver high satisfaction levels and share feedback with wider team and escalate any delivery concerns to the Production LeadAct as the primary client contact for project delivery, structuring regular status and communications with clients, defining scope and approach, setting and managing expectations and deliverables and troubleshooting issues as they ariseWork with client brands and agencies to ensure a clear understanding of the production brief, deliverables and timeline for each project and relay those details to other members of the team as necessaryAccountable for ensuring all team members are aware of timelines and deliverablesPartner with Client Services, Production and Finance to ensure a smooth process, proper resource allocation and a superior resultDevelop and maintain high levels of team effectiveness, trust, communication, collaboration, productivity, diversity, engagement and ensure the team feel personal accountability for deliverables and projectsDemonstrate strong collaboration skills with internal agency teams and key external partners to ensure quality and adherence to production guidelines for key deliverablesProcess
Manage complex projects independently and with multicultural, cross-functional, remote teams from initiation through to completionWork collaboratively with all partner agency teams and internal team member to facilitate the process of developing effective strategies and briefs that lead to great workUnderstand and anticipate client needs, taking them into account when framing and making delivery decisionsPossess an understanding of project and client management techniques and bring process innovation to how we manage our engagementsManage client objectives, budget, expectations, deliverables and timelines and communicate changes / direction to team membersKeep projects on track through clear team status, task lists, timing schedules, risk register, trackers, status and contact reportsParticipate actively and knowledgably articulate status internally and during client interactionsLeverage our on-site, onshore, offshore network to deliver great work in the most efficient and effective wayIdentify improvements to existing workflow and processesIdentify potential project risks and develop contingency plans and if needed, escalate to Production LeadReview team structure and resources, as well as team performance on an ongoing basis to ensure client is serviced appropriatelyEnsure the highest quality is always delivered to clientsLeadership
Create a culture of fresh-thinking, collaboration, respect, equality, diversity and inclusion, with a focus on learning, development and growthContribute to Hogarth’s culture by exhibiting ownership, professionalism, passion and leading by exampleTake ownership and find solutions, whilst supporting the wider team by removing any barriers to successRetain the best talentDemonstrate strong commercial abilities and business and financial acumenOwn project budgets and tracking of all ongoing costs throughout project lifecycle, reconcile estimates to actuals on all projects, and resolution of budget discrepancies between disciplines, vendors and clientsManage POs, financial reporting, tracking, billing against all project budgetsManage financial aspects of assigned accounts including development of SOW and change orders, estimates, profitability analysis, and utilization, working with Finance where appropriateResponsible for monthly billing and tracking of all production budgetsEnsure a thorough understanding of commercial arrangements and SLA’s and ensure specific details are understood by the broader teamProtect marginsProactively seek and identify new revenue opportunities across your clientsRequirements
Project / Client management related experience within an interactive or integrated agency, with a good understanding of marketing and production implementation processes across all key channels, including digital, video, content, social etcGood understanding of production and the creative development process, content production, technology, quality assurance testing and marketing methodologiesAbility to manage complex projects with varying components, demonstrating ability to deliver on time and on budgetExperience of building solid client relationshipsA professional, calm, approachable demeanour, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic highly matrixed agency environmentAbility to effectively manage multiple projects and relationships cross functionallyAn appreciation for how great work gets done and a commitment to ensuring flawless execution and deliveryProven ability to collaborate with dynamic cross-functional teams to deliver on projectsDemonstrates an ability to solve problems with the solution that works for all stakeholders without compromising the quality of the deliverables or the projectMust be commercially astute able to build scopes, create budgets and track profitabilityStrong client relationship skills including presenting to clients and the ability to think on your feetExperience of working with offshore teams is a plusProficiency with Microsoft OfficeQualifications
10-12 years of experience in account leadership, ideally in a production agencyPrior agency experience managing international / regional clients in multiple markets with a diverse set of stakeholders is desiredBahasa ID native speaker; fluent written and spoken English is a must; other languages desirable#LI-CT1
Our Hogarth Values
Hands on. No egos here. Just a shared drive to roll up our sleeves and make great things happen. Every project big or small, gets our full energy because we believe in doing things right. Every single time. It\'s how we deliver real results without cutting corners.
Honesty. We are real and authentic – with each other and in our work. Honest, direct communication builds the trust we need to collaborate, grow, and make meaningful things together. It’s not always easy but it’s always worth it.
Heart & Soul. We bring heart to everything we make. Passion, pride and relentless drive push us beyond “good enough” – because we care deeply about our craft, and we’re always chasing better. We love what we do, and it shows.
Happy Family. Creating a space where everyone feels valued even when opinions differ, makes this a supportive and inclusive environment for our people. We embrace our differences, celebrate our wins together, and never lose our sense of humor.
Hungry. Curiosity keeps us hungry. We question, experiment, and always seek out what\'s next. We never settle, and we never stop learning.
Inclusion and Impact
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
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