Account Director

Account Director – London (Hybrid) - £50k-£55k + bonus Join an independent growing marketing agency. You will take a lead role overseeing key client accounts, driving overarching media strategy, and leading integrated marketing campaigns in the property sector.

Role:

• Take the ultimate lead in managing senior client relationships, acting as a trusted strategic partner and directing account growth.
• Lead end-to-end media strategy and high-level planning across all channels, seamlessly integrating traditional (print, OOH) and digital media formats.
• Interrogate complex client briefs, using market insights and data-led analysis to shape innovative, high-impact campaign strategies.
• Direct multi-channel budget allocations, channel flighting, and commercial campaign negotiations to deliver maximum ROI for clients.
• Oversee diverse campaign models, including brand positioning, performance/DR media, high-value sponsorships, and bespoke content partnerships.
• Lead and inspire the account team, mentoring Account Managers and junior staff while setting high standards for campaign execution.
• Play a key role in agency growth, leading high-profile new business pitches and strategic client proposals.

About you:

• Proven track record as a Senior Account Manager or Account Director within an advertising or media agency.
• Demonstrated mastery in leading client relationships, taking full ownership of client retention, growth, and high-level strategy.
• Extensive experience in holistic, multi-channel media planning and buying across both offline and digital channels.
• Commercial acumen with strong analytical skills to evaluate campaign performance, business metrics, and market trends.
• Natural leader with impressive presentation skills, agency gravitas, and a passion for developing account team talent.

If you are a strategic Account Director looking to shape client outcomes and make a direct impact within a thriving independent agency, get in touch at Conor.Neary@RobertWalters.com or 07384874335.

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