Manager, Client Services

Job Title: Manager, Client Services

Work Location: New York, NY (Hybrid)

Start Date: ASAP

Recently named one of WorkLife’s 50 Best Places to Work and one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, Whalar Group is a global creator company on a mission to liberate the creative voice. 

Creators are at the heart of everything we do! We are a curious, diverse team of 300 individuals around the world who are passionate about the Creator Economy. Our proximity, understanding, and trust of creators evolved into a first-of-its-kind creator ecosystem. Under Whalar Group, there are six companies: Whalar, a global creator agency; Whalar Talent, a full-service, 360° creator and talent management company; Foam, a suite of AI tools, templates, and services; Moby Ventures, creator-centric venture studio; Umi Games, a groundbreaking gaming studio; and The Lighthouse, an IRL campus for creators.

About Client Services:

The Client Services team holds the ultimate responsibility for the creative output and flawless execution of our campaigns and programs. With a comprehensive view over all aspects of collaboration, the team works with expert teams and specialist partners, both internally and externally, to bring a brand's creative vision to life. The team has three core functions: overseeing campaigns, budgets, and timing across assigned programs; acting as the central resource to bring in the right expertise at the right time; and facilitating retention and client satisfaction through excellent operational and servicing standards and quality creative output.

Here’s what you’ll do day-to-day:

• Project manage, organize and direct the day-to-day operations of campaign delivery. This includes: managing budgets, timelines, and supporting the team for creator sourcing, contracting, briefing and campaign management
• Manage, help to develop and mentor at least one Campaign Executive, supporting with career pathing and goal setting
• Lead or be an active participant on internal and external meetings, adding value with keen knowledge of the brand, roster of creators, strategy and campaign goals/ KPIs

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Have 4-5+ years’ agency or brand experience, including team management
• Have strong detail-oriented communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Have a solid understanding of the social media advertising ecosystem and an insatiable appetite for learning about industry innovations
• Appreciate and understand the value of creativity
• Thrive in an environment where collaboration, flexibility and scrappiness are valued more than job titles, rigid structure and legacy ways of working
• Be a curious self-starter with a problem-solving mindset and a proactive ‘can do’ attitude
• Multiple languages is a plus

This hybrid role, based in NY, offers flexibility and collaboration, allowing you to choose any three days a week to work from our vibrant office. Enjoy a collaborative environment with top-tier amenities, including beverages, snacks, and weekly happy hours, fostering productivity and camaraderie. This position combines the best of both worlds, offering the freedom to balance in-office interactions with remote work flexibility.

The salary range for this role is $60,000 - $75,000 and serves as a general guideline reflecting the potential compensation for the role. The final salary offer will be determined based on a comprehensive evaluation of factors such as the candidate's experience, expertise, alignment with the position's requirements, and ultimately budget approvals.

Our values:

At Whalar Group, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) isn't just a statement, it's our collective strength. Our people are our superpower. A diverse team and inclusive leadership have shaped Whalar Group since our inception in 2016, fueling a constant evolution of growth. We champion a culture of respect and empathy, fostering a sense of belonging that transcends demographics. We hire individuals of all backgrounds and empower them to thrive, challenge stereotypes, and actively break societal barriers. Learn more.

The perks:

Whalar Group provides flexible benefits and collaborative work environments and experiences so employees can work productively in a setting that best and uniquely suits their needs.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 25 days of PTO + Sick days + Winter break
• Retirement planning with employer match
• Monthly phone/internet reimbursement
• Professional development stipend
• New joiner Home office allowance 
• Fertility benefits
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