ACCOUNT DIRECTOR

TANK WorldWide, Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Extensive Group Insurance Program on 1

Vacation based on experience

Paid Christmas shutdown

Extended long weekends on statutoryhol

Work-life balance measures

Job summary

Tank WW is seeking an Account Director in a hybrid Toronto-based role to translate client vision into impactful roadmaps and oversee cross-functional teams delivering healthcare advertising that drives results.

You will manage budgets, nurture client relationships, and identify new revenue opportunities while leading a talented agency cohort across disciplines. This role emphasizes strategic leadership within the health advertising space.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in Pharmaceutical Advertising or health communications.
• Proven track record of managing teams and developing staff.
• Experience building client relationships to drive revenue growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead account teams and provide cross-discipline leadership to translate client vision into a roadmap and drive results.
• Be the primary point of contact for day-to-day client communication across multiple teams.
• Assign, delegate and monitor work of agency staff on your accounts.
• Model strong project and team leadership with proactive and fair guidance.
• Manage projects from concept to execution; develop budgets and schedules in collaboration with PM, Finance and Leadership.

Skills

Pharma advertising

Public health comms

Team leadership

Business development

Job description

Grey Health is the culmination of the rich legacies of two powerhouse brands -Grey and TANK. With borderless employees spread across 20 studios in 18 countries, we all work collaboratively with one mission in mind: to deliver famously effective ideas that drive business results for top tier clients in the health and wellness market. In 2023, Grey was named a Top 100 Most Loved Workplace and our agency network and The Grey Group, ranked in the top ten award winners at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.

While TANK and Grey maintain their unique identities and market presence, they now benefit from shared resources and strategic direction that help us unlock new opportunities across the globe.

POSITION OVERVIEW

As an Account Director, you will be a strategic leader, translating client vision into impactful roadmaps and overseeing the delivery of Famously Effective work. This role demands a proven track record in managing and developing cross-functional teams, fostering deep client relationships, and identifying new revenue opportunities. You will expertly navigate complex projects, manage budgets, and ensure operational excellence while maintaining a keen understanding of the healthcare market.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead account members and provide cross discipline leadership to oversee the translation of our client’s vision into a roadmap that will achieve client goals, striving consistently to make Famously Effective work
• Be the key point person for all day-to-day client communication across multiple teams
• Effectively assign, delegate and monitor the work of agency staff assigned to your accounts
• Provide a model of project and team leadership; prepared, proactive, thorough, fair, balanced and a willingness to do whatever is required by clearly communicating expectations
• Manage and implement projects from concept to execution; create accurate budgets and schedules, manage budget with the partnership of PM, Finance and Executive Leadership
• Develop strong internal relationships with all disciplines; effective day-to-day management of the agency team in terms of direction and guidance
• Understand the healthcare market and competition, with a perspective and POV on trends that brings innovative thinking and ensures leadership quality deliverables
• Possess a strong knowledge of the client’s business, category and competition
• Oversee and manage legal approval process and talent tracking for all advertising
• Foster strong cohesive working interdisciplinary teams

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• At least 7 years of experience within Pharmaceutical Advertising or public health communications, branded and unbranded a plus
• Proven track record of managing team and developing staff within account and other disciplines
• Experience and established approach in building relationships that result in new, profitable revenue opportunities as well as driving incremental growth with existing clients
• Experience negotiating SOW and contracts, effective forecasting, scoping with relationships within PM and Finance departments

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER:

Challenging Work -

As leaders in the health advertising industry, we thrive on solving complex problems and innovation. Each employee is encouraged to bring their best ideas forward to solve problems.

Dedicated Team -

It’s in our DNA to work hard and play hard: celebrate our wins, laugh and have fun. We are stronger, together, when we are open and real. At Tank WW, everyone is valued and plays an important role in our shared success. We care for our people and our clients.

Global Community -

Support from the WPP People community and bring your contribution to a greater good while collaborating on WPP strategic projects or initiatives.

Perks and Benefits -

The wellness of our employees is at the core of our business, therefore we offer competitive benefits:

• Competitive compensation package
• Extensive Group Insurance Program on Day 1
• Vacation according to experience
• Paid Christmas shutdown
• Extended long weekends on statutory holidays (extra days off annually)
• Work-life balance measures

The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications.

Salary Range

$110,000 - $160,000 CAD

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We believe great work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach including required in-office days. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. TANK WWis an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.