Robert Walters
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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.
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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.
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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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