Account Manager – EMEA

Position Overview

Supporting the Vice President for the EMEA region, the Account Manager will be entrusted with a supportive role across three main areas:

• 60% - Account management for Maxx Marketing (
• 30% - Commercial strategy for YuMe Toys (
• 10% - Intellectual property acquisition (inbound licensing) for YuMe Toys and Maxx Marketing.

Company Description

Maxx Marketing is a global promotions agency that creates large-scale bespoke merchandise promotional campaigns for major fast-moving consumer goods companies. The Account Manager manages client relationships, drives campaign delivery, and oversees project execution for regional and global clients.

YuMe Toys is a global toys and collectibles company specialised in creating original, design-led collectibles inspired by the world’s most iconic pop culture franchises across entertainment, anime and gaming. The Account Manager will help oversee cross-functional cooperation between Marketing Operations, Finance, and Creative/ Product Development to ensure go‑to‑market plans are met and commercial objectives are achieved.

Job Description

Core Responsibilities @ Maxx Marketing

• Manage day-to-day client communication, expectations and agency partner relationships.
• Lead end-to-end campaign and project delivery.
• Working closely with Operations, Creative and Quality Assurance teams to ensure a smooth and effective project delivery.
• Work with team in developing concepts, prepare sales presentations, and formulate successful proposals.
• Oversee commercial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and scope development.
• Ability to develop and grow relationships with current clients and partners.

Core Responsibilities @ YuMe Toys

• Strategy planning: Support with creation of yearly plans, sales goals, and growth ideas for toy lines.
• Product: Support product development process, from ideation to final product, by analysing relevant market research, identifying key demand drivers, participating in brainstorms and championing projects internally.
• Marketing: Liaise with marketing to ensure commercial priorities are reflected in marketing plans.
• Budget: Track spending to make sure projects stay on budget.
• Research: Study market trends and customer feedback to find new toy ideas.
• Licensing: Support with identification and acquisition of strong intellectual properties from Entertainment, Gaming, Anime and Popular Culture.

Key Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related fields.
• At least 5 years account management experience within an integrated or Below The Line (BTL) agency environment or similar. Brand or product marketing experience in toys & collectibles is a plus.
• Strong background in project management, commercial budgeting, and time management.
• Strong data analysis, clear communication, and creative problem-solving.
• Confident presentation skills and commercial acumen.
• Eagerness to multi-task and readiness to thrive in a multifaceted environment.
• Proficiency in English is essential. Additional European language skills (such as French, German, Spanish, Italian, or other European languages) would be highly advantageous.
• Willingness and ability to undertake occasional international travel within EMEA and other regions as required.

Maxx Group is an equal opportunity employer that employs individuals based on job-related qualifications regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disabilities, or any basis prohibited by law.

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