The Role Are you a driven Account Director with a passion for scaling disruptive brands?
Do you thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment backed by the power of a global network?
If so, &Accelerate (part of T&Pm) wants to hear from you.
We have a rich history of successfully launching and scaling brands across various categories, and we're looking for talented individuals to join us in continuing this legacy.
The Account Director plays a pivotal role within the &Accelerate team, leading client accounts and ensuring their profitability and growth.
This involves fostering strong client relationships, directing media strategy and buying across both digital and offline channels, and managing a team of media professionals.
The successful candidate will be a highly motivated and experienced media professional with a proven track record of success in client management, strategic planning, and team leadership.
Key Responsibilities Client Relationship Management:
Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned client accounts, building and maintaining strong, trusted relationships with key client stakeholders.
Understand client business objectives and marketing challenges, translating them into effective media strategies.
Lead client presentations and meetings, effectively communicating strategic recommendations and campaign performance.
Media Strategy & Buying:
Oversee the development and execution of integrated media plans across digital and offline channels, ensuring alignment with client objectives and budget parameters.
Stay abreast of industry trends, new media opportunities, and emerging technologies.
Analyse campaign performance data and provide insightful recommendations for optimization.
Team Management & Development:
Manage the workload, performance, and professional development of a team of media professionals.
Provide regular coaching, mentoring, and feedback to team members.
Conduct performance reviews and identify training needs.
Foster a positive and collaborative team environment.
Financial Management:
Develop and manage account budgets.
Prepare accurate and timely client forecasts and billing Skills and Experience Proven experience as an Account Director or similar role within a media agency environment.
Strong understanding of both digital and offline media channels.
Excellent client relationship management skills and the ability to build rapport with senior-level stakeholders.
Proven ability to develop and execute effective media strategies that deliver measurable results.
Experience managing and developing a team of media professionals.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively within a team environment.
Self-starter with a proactive and results-oriented approach.
Ability to think innovatively and develop creative media solutions.
Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple clients simultaneously.
Experience with specific media planning and buying tools (e.g.
Nielsen, YouGov, Prisma).
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