Account Manager / Client Strategy Manager

At Nielsen, we believe that career growth is a partnership. You ultimately own, fuel and set the journey. By joining our team of nearly 14,000 associates, you will become part of a community that will help you to succeed. We champion you because when you succeed, we do too. Embark on a new initiative, explore a fresh approach, and take license to think big, so we can all continuously improve. We enable your best to power our future.

Nielsen Sports is a trusted advisor and partner in sports and entertainment intelligence, helping our clients to maximize their commercial success. With our expansive suite of products and services, Nielsen Sports is uniquely positioned to provide insights and intelligence, which help drive more effective decision making for clients.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES for the Account Manager role

The Account Manager / Client Strategy Manager will be part of the Nielsen Sports team in Benelux, responsible for managing existing accounts whilst also growing revenue. This position requires a highly effective account manager, used to working in a high-paced environment in a varied role. The role will also focus on developing our business by partnering with our internal teams and finding new areas of growth.
  • Acting as an advisor to clients through understanding their business challenges and advising on data and insight-based solutions
  • Fully manage client accounts with a responsibility for revenue and expansion of services offered
  • Proactively develop relationships with new and existing clients, using your initiative to adapt your communication to meet the needs of the clients, and quickly resolve any issues
  • Prospecting new clients and developing the business by identifying and penetrating new potential areas of growth
  • Develop a thorough understanding of Nielsen Sports methodology and solutions
  • Work collaboratively with internal subject matter experts such as Market Research, Media Solutions and Consulting
  • Creating insightful presentations with strong strategic recommendations and solutions

QUALIFICATIONS required for the Account Manager role

  • Proven years of experience of working client facing, ideally within the sports marketing, media or research industry, and working with data and insights
  • Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships
  • Strong critical thinking, problem-solving and attention to detail
  • Self-starter with excellent communication skills and time management
  • Knowledge of, and interest in, the sports sponsorship and media industry
  • Fluency in Dutch and high proficiency in English is a plus
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office suite; PowerPoint experience required, Salesforce experience an advantage

WHAT WE OFFER YOU as an Account Manager

  • Working for the global market leader in sport and sponsorship intelligence
  • Work with major rights holder and brand clients in the sports industry
  • A challenging and varied role with a focus on sponsorship insights
  • To be part of a diverse and talented international team with opportunity for personal and professional development
  • An attractive salary and flexible working hours with the option of hybrid working