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Account Director
Remuneration: | negotiable |
Location: | Johannesburg, Lonehill Boulevard |
Job level: | Management (Snr - Executive, 5+ yrs) |
Type: | Permanent |
Company: | Creative Space Media |
Job description
Account DirectorA top-tier media agency in Lonehill, Johannesburg, needs an experienced professional with a proven background in media agency account management, specifically with blue-chip clients. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of seven years of experience, a strong strategic mindset, and the ability to deliver unparalleled client service. Knowledge of PR and social media reporting is highly valued in this role.
Key Responsibilities
- Client Leadership: Act as the strategic partner and primary relationship manager for an elite portfolio of clients, establishing and nurturing long-term partnerships that drive sustained business value.
- Account Ownership: Oversee the full lifecycle of client accounts, proactively addressing issues and executing impactful strategies aligned with client goals.
- Growth Initiatives: Identify and capitalize on business development opportunities within existing accounts to broaden our service footprint and deepen client relationships.
- Strategic Oversight: Collaborate with senior stakeholders to craft and implement forward-thinking account strategies that consistently drive revenue and account growth.
- Internal Collaboration: Coordinate with internal teams to ensure that client needs are anticipated and met with efficiency and precision, promoting seamless project execution.
- Insights & Reporting: Lead in providing insightful updates, comprehensive client status reports, and meaningful analytics. Candidates with expertise in PR and social media reporting are particularly valuable for this role.
If you are a high-caliber Account Director with a history of driving client success and delivering strategic impact, we would love to connect with you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and how you can contribute to our continued success to target="_blank
This role demands reliable, high-performing professionals ready to take on challenging, rewarding work with a focus on excellence. Apply today to make a significant impact on our team. Evidence of the clients you have worked with is essential.
Qualifications
- Experience: A minimum of seven years in account management within a media agency, specifically managing blue-chip client relationships.
- Skills:
- Exceptional leadership and interpersonal abilities, with a strong track record in building and maintaining high-impact client relationships.
- Advanced skills in strategic client engagement, media planning, and campaign management.
- Deep understanding of PR and social media analytics, enabling the interpretation and presentation of actionable insights to clients.
- High-level organizational and multitasking capabilities, with experience managing multiple high-profile accounts concurrently.
- Proficiency in CRM platforms, project management software, and MS Office Suite.
- A strategic, proactive approach to work, combined with collaborative skills to thrive in a team environment.
Posted on 07 Oct 08:46, Closing date 5 Dec
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