Account Lead

Virtucruit; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing agency seeks an Account Lead to act as the primary client contact and strategic advisor for high-value accounts. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and 8-12 years of experience in account management, ideally in an agency setting. The role demands excellent communication, leadership abilities, and a strong understanding of marketing strategies. The successful candidate will oversee integrated marketing and communication campaigns while ensuring collaboration across teams. This position offers competitive compensation in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience in account management, preferably in advertising, PR, or integrated communications.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale, multi-channel campaigns and high-value accounts.
• Strong understanding of marketing strategy and digital media.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact and trusted advisor for key clients.
• Oversee the development and execution of integrated marketing, advertising, and communications campaigns.
• Monitor market trends to identify growth and innovation opportunities.

Skills

Account management

Client servicing

Marketing strategy

Communication skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Financial management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or Business Administration

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

Client Leadership & Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary contact and trusted advisor for key clients.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships based on trust, performance, and strategic insight.
• Understand clients business objectives, market challenges, and industry dynamics to provide proactive solutions.
• Oversee the development and execution of integrated marketing, advertising, and communications campaigns.
• Lead client presentations, business reviews, and performance evaluations.
• Develop strategic recommendations and campaign roadmaps aligned with client goals.
• Collaborate with planning, creative, digital, PR, and production teams to craft cohesive, insight-driven strategies.
• Ensure brand consistency and alignment with market positioning across all communication touchpoints.
• Monitor market trends and competitors to identify growth and innovation opportunities.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a cross-functional account team to deliver excellence.
• Foster collaboration across disciplines to ensure seamless execution.
• Allocate resources efficiently and oversee team performance, workload, and development.
• Promote a positive, solution-oriented, and accountable team culture.
• Oversee budgeting, pricing, and contract negotiations.
• Identify and pursue upselling opportunities within existing accounts.

Performance & Quality Control

• Ensure timely delivery of projects within scope and budget.
• Maintain quality and strategic integrity across all deliverables.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelors degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or related field (Masters preferred).
• 8-12 years of experience in account management, client servicing, or marketing strategy, preferably within advertising, PR, or integrated communications agencies.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale, multi-channel campaigns and high-value accounts.
• Strong understanding of marketing strategy, digital media, branding, and creative processes.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Passion for creativity, innovation, and delivering measurable results.

We are seeking an AccountLead to serve as the primary client contact and strategic advisor for high-value accounts. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in account management within an agency environment, overseeing multi-channel marketing, advertising, and communications campaigns. This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, financial acumen, and the ability to drive client success while ensuring seamless collaboration across internal teams.