Account Director (Paid Media), Maldon, Essex - £55,000-£65,000 + Benefits
Looking for an Account Director role where you can lead client relationships, influence media strategy and make a visible contribution to an independent agency?
We're looking for an experienced Account Director to join an ambitious media agency, leading a portfolio of client accounts and helping brands achieve their commercial objectives through effective, integrated media campaigns.
Working closely with senior leadership and channel specialists, you'll combine strategic thinking, commercial awareness and excellent client service. You'll own key relationships, guide campaign planning and identify opportunities to develop accounts, while supporting junior colleagues.
This is a hands-on opportunity for someone who enjoys taking responsibility and working within a collaborative agency where their ideas and expertise count.
Responsibilities of this Account Director role include:
- Acting as the senior strategic contact for a portfolio of client accounts
- Building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and understanding their business objectives
- Developing integrated media strategies across Paid Search, Paid Social, Programmatic and relevant offline channels
- Leading client presentations, campaign planning, performance reviews and strategic recommendations
- Working closely with channel specialists to ensure campaigns meet agreed objectives and quality standards
- Identifying opportunities for organic account growth and developing proposals
- Managing account profitability, forecasting, budgets and scopes of work
- Mentoring junior colleagues and supporting their professional development
- Keeping projects on track through clear communication, organisation and proactive problem-solving
To be considered, you'll need:
- At least five years' experience within a media or performance marketing agency
- A proven track record of managing senior client relationships across multiple accounts
- Strong knowledge of Paid Search, Paid Social and Programmatic, with offline media experience advantageous
- Experience translating client objectives into integrated media strategies and measurable campaign plans
- Confidence presenting recommendations and discussing performance with senior stakeholders
- Strong commercial awareness, including account profitability and organic growth
- Previous mentoring or line management experience
- Excellent communication, organisation and relationship-building skills
- A proactive, collaborative approach and the willingness to remain involved in campaign planning and delivery
- Experience within an independent or SME agency would be advantageous
In return, you'll receive:
- A salary of £55,000-£65,000, dependent on experience
- Ongoing training and professional development
- The opportunity to influence client strategy and contribute to agency growth
- A collaborative team environment with direct access to senior leadership
- A competitive benefits package
This role is fully office based at the agency's Essex office, near Chelmsford.
If you're looking to build lasting client partnerships, deliver effective media strategies and take ownership within an independent agency, we'd love to hear from you.
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