Account Director

Account Director

Operations Lead @ Royall | Live Events Recruitment

Account Director | Strategic Events & Creative Comms

Are you an Event Agency leader who is tired of just ‘executing’ and ready to start ‘consulting’? I am representing a multi‑award‑winning creative agency in the West Midlands looking for a heavyweight Account Director (or an ambitious SAM ready for the next step) to lead a diverse and vibrant portfolio. This isn\’t just about managing logistics; it’s about shaping how world‑class organizations communicate.

What’s Different About This Role?

Unlike many AD roles, this position is centered on high‑level strategic input into our clients\’ communications strategies. You won\’t just be executing a brief; you’ll be helping to write it—partnering with client Boards to ensure their messaging is woven into every touchpoint. You will lead a vibrant, friendly, and high‑energy team working across an incredibly broad mix of sectors—from high‑street retail and fashion/beauty to global manufacturing. You’ll act as a strategic lead to bring their messaging to life through conferences, award ceremonies, activations, and international incentives.

What You’ll Bring:

• Agency Pedigree: 6–7 years of experience within a fast‑paced event production agency (either as a current AD or a Senior Account Manager ready to step up).
• Content Fluency: A deep understanding of how to use video production and digital content to drive engagement.
• Strategic Mindset: Experience using ROI/ROT (Return on Time) methodologies to prove the value of events.
• Financial Acumen: The ability to oversee large‑scale budgets and manage complex forecasting.
• Leadership Presence: The confidence to facilitate high‑level client meetings and mentor others (you will have a direct report in a Senior Project Manager).

What You’ll Do:

• Comms Strategy: Act as a senior consultant to your clients, providing high‑level input into their internal and external communications strategy.
• Lead Strategy: Take full ownership of the strategic direction for key accounts, focusing on gentle, organic growth through partnership.
• Diverse Delivery: Oversee a range of event types including conferences and creative activations, predominately in the UK with select international incentive travel.
• Drive Creative: Partner with internal leads to develop film, graphics, and messaging that resonate across retail, beauty, and manufacturing sectors.
• Line Management: Directly manage and inspire a Senior Project Manager, fostering a culture of high performance.
• Process & Quality: Act as a beacon of best practice, ensuring projects meet elite industry standards and ISO protocols.

Why You’ll Love It:

• Variety: No two days are the same given the breadth of the client portfolio.
• Culture: Join a vibrant, welcoming team in a vocal, high‑energy environment where ideas are genuinely welcomed.
• The Environment: Work from a stunning, high‑spec rural studio hub in the West Midlands (free parking and a creative atmosphere).
• Modern Flexibility: Hybrid working with 3 days in the studio (potentially moving to 2 days for an exceptional candidate post‑probation).
• Competitive Package: A rewarding salary package reflective of the seniority and experience required for this pivotal role.

The Ideal Fit:

You are a creative, dynamic leader who can “rise above” the day‑to‑day noise to anticipate market changes. You lead by example, establish trust quickly, and are looking for a role where your strategic voice is as valued as your production expertise.

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and let’s chat about how this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you!

This position would suit: An experienced Event Account Director, a Senior Account Manager ready for a step up, or a Client Services Lead with a background in production agencies and internal communications.

Note: Due to the studio’s unique location, a full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential.

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Customer Service, Project Management, and Management

Industries: Events Services, Public Relations and Communications Services, and Marketing Services