Account Manager - Creative and Marketing in Inverness

We are seeking a proactive and client-focused Marketing Account Manager to serve as the primary liaison between our clients and internal creative / digital and marketing teams. The Marketing Account Manager will oversee day-to-day client relationships, oversee marketing campaigns from strategy through execution and ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and aligned with client objectives.

Aquila specialise in B2B marketing for niche sectors, including water, technology and energy. Experience across these sectors has given us the insights to spot growth opportunities, strengthen a company's market position, and deliver outcomes that move their brand forward.

In this exciting role, you will work from one of our offices with opportunities to visit our other Aquila offices and play a crucial role in management, planning and project management of our clients to drive revenue growth through expertly-crafted creative projects.

About The Role:

• Reporting directly to the department leads, you will take a leading role within the Marketing team.
• You will be required to manage, review and report on strategic campaigns as well as day-to-day marketing activities.
• You will be involved in marketing campaigns through creative concept discussions leading to the deployment and measurement, and reporting.
• You will work on multiple projects simultaneously, both individually and as part of a team, with the ability to deliver quality work to deadlines.
• Serve as the main point of contact for assigned client accounts, building strong, long-term relationships.
• Understand client goals and translate them into clear marketing strategies and actionable plans.
• Manage integrated marketing campaigns across channels (digital, social, email, content, paid media, etc.).
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including creative, digital, media, and analytics.
• Manage internal project management tools.
• Develop project timelines, scopes, and budgets; ensure deliverables meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Monitor campaign performance and prepare reports, insights, and recommendations for clients.
• Lead client meetings, presentations, and status updates.
• Identify opportunities for account growth, upselling, and cross-selling services.
• Ensure client satisfaction and proactively address issues or risks.
• Manage and optimise marketing automation and CRM tools.

Other Responsibilities:

• Works well collaboratively and curiously, and thrives in a high-energy environment.
• Takes ownership and responsibility for their work and the work of the team.
• Passionate and enthusiastic about excellence and attention to detail.
• Responds professionally to feedback.
• A self-starter who identifies opportunities and potential problems addressing them effectively and efficiently.
• Professional, flexible, and able to succeed in a rapidly changing environment.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Able to communicate in a clear, consistent, and transparent manner.
• Goes above and beyond prescribed duties as and when required.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in content marketing, demand generation, or growth marketing.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Proficiency with marketing automation platforms (e.g., HubSpot, Marketo, Pardot) and CRM systems.
• Experience using project management tools (Asana, Monday, Trello).
• Knowledge of current media platforms and tools.

Key Skills:

• Strategic thinking with strong execution capabilities.
• Data-driven decision making.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Creative mindset with attention to detail.

Offering:

We offer a competitive salary, benefits and holiday package and the opportunity to gain a wealth of experience. In addition, we are committed to the training and nurturing of talent and staff development. Our studio is an exciting and collaborative space where we promote and encourage creative and innovative thinking. We offer flexible working, but the role is primarily office-based.