Account Director (Social Media & Client Services)

Nathan & Nathan; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A social-first agency in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Account Director to lead their client services division. The successful candidate will oversee a team of social media specialists, drive growth through RFPs, and ensure high-quality campaign delivery. The role requires a minimum of 8 years in social media and strong leadership skills. A competitive salary of AED 30K to 33K per month is offered, along with benefits including visa and insurance.

Benefits

Visa

Insurance

Air Tickets

Qualifications

• 8+ years in social media, digital marketing, or client servicing.
• Minimum 4 years in a leadership role.
• Proven success managing large accounts and winning RFPs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Organic Social Media Division.
• Drive growth through RFP participation and upselling.
• Build strong client relationships as the senior contact.

Skills

Leadership

Client servicing

Organic social media expertise

Communication skills

Business development

Education

Bachelor's in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field

Job description

About the job Account Director (Social Media & Client Services)

Our client, a social-first agency with offices in Dubai and Riyadh, is looking for an experienced Account Director to lead their client services division and report directly to the CEO.

As Account Director, you’ll oversee a cross‑functional team of social media specialists from managers and executives to content creators, copywriters, and photographers ensuring flawless campaign delivery while driving business growth through RFPs and new opportunities.

This role is ideal for a strategic leader with strong expertise in organic social media, client servicing, and business development who can balance creative excellence with operational efficiency.

Salary & Benefits: AED 30K to 33K per month + Visa + Insurance + Air Tickets

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Organic Social Media Division, ensuring top-quality delivery across retained client accounts.
• Mentor and inspire a diverse, multi-location team.
• Drive growth through RFP participation (minimum 5 closures annually) and upselling within accounts.
• Build strong client relationships as the senior point of contact.
• Collaborate with Creative, Production & Influencer Marketing teams on integrated campaigns.
• Oversee budgets, resources, and timelines to ensure efficiency and revenue growth.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field.
• 8+ years in social media, digital marketing, or client servicing, including 4 years in a leadership role.
• Proven success managing large accounts and winning RFPs.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship skills.
• Deep knowledge of social media platforms, digital trends, and content strategies.

If you're a visionary leader ready to shape impactful campaigns and grow with a dynamic agency, apply now!