Senior Client Manager

Acre is thrilled to be resourcing for a top-tier sustainability consultancy, renowned for guiding major corporations through a transformative era.

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We're looking for a Senior Client Manager who can manage and nurture client relationships, drive impactful projects, and lead on strategic sustainability communications. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in fast-paced, client-facing environments and is passionate about the sustainability agenda.

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Why Join?

You'll be working with an award-winning consultancy that sits at the forefront of strategic advisory, helping some of the world's biggest companies navigate systemic changes in sustainability and corporate responsibility. They offer:

• Exceptional Project Access: Be part of high-profile projects that directly shape sustainability strategies for major global brands.

• Agile, Entrepreneurial Environment: Unlike larger, more complex firms, this consultancy operates with a streamlined, flat structure - giving you the freedom to make impactful decisions and deliver quickly.

• Specialist Expertise: Join a team with over 25 years of sustainability experience, giving you access to cutting-edge insights, best practices, and a network of industry leaders.

• Fast-Track Learning: Work across strategy, communications, and reporting projects, giving you exposure to all elements of the sustainability landscape.

• Pragmatic and Focused Culture: Work in a no-nonsense, outcome-oriented environment focused on delivering value and impact for clients.

• Hybrid Flexibility: Benefit from a flexible working model based in the prestigious Somerset House, with options for hybrid work arrangements.

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Key Attributes We're Looking For

• Client Mindset: You understand the complex dynamics within corporate environments and how business priorities are managed.

• Client Guide: You excel at building and maintaining strong client relationships, engaging effectively with multiple stakeholders.

• Strategic Thinker: You're able to devise, execute, and adapt project plans that meet client objectives, even in a shifting landscape.

• Creative Problem Solver: You tackle challenges head-on, finding pragmatic and innovative solutions.

• Detail-Oriented: You get the essentials right, from project deliverables to accurate financial management.

• Proactive Approach: You have a positive, adaptable mindset, capable of supporting and delivering diverse projects seamlessly.

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Key Experience We're Seeking

• Demonstrable agency-side experience managing corporate clients.

• Proven background in Corporate Reporting and Communications.

• Knowledge of core sustainability challenges and opportunities.

• Strong financial management skills, ensuring projects are delivered profitably.

• High proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.

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Role Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary project management contact, taking ownership of project planning, processes, and resources.

• Support lead consultants with client management to ensure seamless communication.

• Lead stakeholder engagement, including scoping briefs, planning meetings, and documenting follow-ups.

• Manage day-to-day project priorities, overseeing team tasks and resourcing.

• Lead the financial aspects of projects-budgeting, billing, and tracking - ensuring projects remain profitable and efficient.

• Create and manage comprehensive project plans, overseeing every step from strategy development to communication delivery.

• Conduct in-depth market research, competitor benchmarking, and best practice analysis when required.

• Manage communication and reporting projects in collaboration with designers, writers, and production teams.

• Support content creation, including messaging for presentations and communications.

• Maintain and grow healthy client relationships, ensuring long-term success and satisfaction.

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Your Growth and Development

This role isn't just about what you bring - it's about how you grow. You'll have opportunities to:

• Deepen Your Expertise in sustainability, understanding the most pressing issues impacting businesses today.

• Accelerate Your Learning with a mix of research, project work, mentoring, and formal training.

• Stay Ahead

  on the latest trends in sustainability and corporate responsibility, contributing to thought leadership and impactful projects.

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What's In It For You?

• Be part of an inspiring consultancy with unrivalled access to top-tier clients and projects.

• A supportive, collaborative work culture that values individual contribution while fostering team spirit.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunity to work in a flexible, hybrid model with a prestigious central London location.

• A focus on making a real-world impact - working with clients to create a more sustainable future.

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Diversity and Inclusion

Our client believes that diverse perspectives lead to better solutions. They are committed to building a team that is inclusive, open, and reflective of the diverse world we serve. Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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Interested?

To learn more or to apply, please get in touch with Hettie Jenvey at Acre: hettie.jenvey@acre.com