Digital Account Director

equ; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Account Director to oversee key client relationships and drive digital initiatives. This hands-on senior role demands strong leadership in a collaborative environment, with a focus on strategic growth and delivering impactful solutions for clients. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in client management and digital marketing.

Benefits

Birthday leave

Salary sacrifice scheme

Yearly bonus incentives

Personalised professional development

Flexible & hybrid working options

Employee assistance program

Temporarily work from anywhere

Flexible public holiday options

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in a similar role in an agency or consultancy
• Proven experience managing digital accounts and multi-disciplinary teams
• Strong understanding of DXP/CMS websites and product development

Responsibilities

• Lead key client relationships and oversee a diverse portfolio of digital projects.
• Act as a strategic advisor by identifying growth opportunities.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver client vision.

Skills

Digital Marketing

Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Thinking

Client Relationship Management

Agile Methodologies

Job description

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Partner with high-profile clients on their most important digital initiatives

Collaborate with an experienced cross-functional team

Join a culture where everyone is motivated to impact the business beyond their role

At equ, our clients entrust us with their most strategically important digital products and digital marketing strategy, safe in the knowledge that we will help them simplify the complexities of a digital world, navigate the unknown and embrace tomorrow with confidence.

More than simply leaders; we are a team of motivators, lateral thinkers, collaborators, creative problem solvers and imaginative innovators.

About the Role

As Account Director, you’ll take the lead on key client relationships, overseeing a diverse portfolio of digital projects and marketing initiatives. You’ll act as a strategic advisor - planning ahead, identifying growth opportunities, and ensuring we deliver value at every step.

This is a senior, hands-on role for someone who thrives in a collaborative, agile environment. You’ll work closely with our experienced Delivery, UX, Strategy, Marketing, and Technical teams to turn client vision into meaningful outcomes.

This role is perfect for someone who wants more than just ‘maintenance mode’. You’ll be leading work that actually moves the needle - for our clients and for our agency.

What You’ll Bring

You’re a confident communicator, a proactive problem-solver, and a natural relationship builder. You understand the dynamics of client-agency partnerships and can navigate complexity with ease. Most of all, you’re commercially minded and committed to making an impact.

Skills you’ll possess:

7+ years’ experience in a similar role (agency or consultancy experience preferred)

Proven experience managing digital accounts and multi-disciplinary teams

Strong understanding of DXP/CMS websites, product development and digital marketing

A track record of driving client growth and retention

Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Strategic thinking and commercial acumen

The ability to lead conversations at a senior level with confidence and clarity

Why Join equ?

We’re a tight-knit, independent team that punches well above our weight. We avoid bureaucracy and silos. Instead, we back our people to shape how we work, contribute to the agency’s direction, and do their best work.

We believe the most meaningful growth happens when you’re empowered, supported, and trusted.

Perks beyond the work

The environment and culture we nurture are as crucial as the work we create. Whether it’s your first day or your 5th year, you’ll feel empowered to contribute and drive positive change.

Additional benefits include:

Birthday leave. Take a day to celebrate with friends and family.

Salary sacrifice scheme. Access valuable discounts to get that car you've always wanted.

Yearly bonus incentives. Get recognised and rewarded for your hard work with our bonus incentive program.

Personalised professional development. Achieve your career aspirations with growth plans and ongoing training options tailored to you.

Flexible & hybrid working options. We focus on productive collaboration and pride ourselves on offering remote and hybrid options to suit all lifestyles.

Employee assistance program. We believe mental wellness is integral to a sustainable career and provide all employees with free and confidential assistance services.

The ideal St Georges Terrace location is in our newly outfitted offices. With the CBD on your doorstep, coffee, cuisine, concerts, and culture await you.

Temporarily work from anywhere in the World for up to four weeks a year to be closer to family and loved ones or to experience a new culture.

Flexible public holiday options. We offer the ability to swap two public holidays annually for alternative cultural celebrations of value to individual employees.

Ready to apply?

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact - not just for your clients but on the way an agency runs - we’d love to hear from you.

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Do you have experience in a role which requires relationship management experience? How many years' experience do you have as a Digital Account Director? How many years' experience do you have in a client services / account management role? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

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