Account Director (Maternity leave contract)

GCI Canada; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A strategic communications agency in Toronto is seeking an Account Director for a maternity leave contract. The role involves managing client relationships and projects, developing strategic communication plans, and ensuring high client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in public relations and agency dynamics, possess strong leadership skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. Offers a competitive compensation package, a hybrid work environment, and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Generous time off policies

Flexible, hybrid work environment

Bonuses for employee referrals

Parental leave top-up

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years working in the communications/public relations industry.
• Prior agency or consulting experience is a considerable asset.
• Strong experience managing a team from financial, client delivery, and staffing perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Manage clients, complex projects, and cross-functional agency relationships.
• Develop strategic direction of communication programs for clients.
• Ensure that complete client satisfaction is maintained at the highest level.

Skills

Integrity

Client Service Mindset

Accountability

Collaboration

Quality Work

Creativity

Education

Degree or certification in Public Relations or Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Job description

Account Director (Maternity leave contract)

Account Director (Maternity leave contract)

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At GCI Canada, we believe that health is at the heart of everything in life. Our team of strategists, consultants, and creatives deliver custom-made communications solutions – creatively brilliant, and brilliantly executed – for our clients.

We are part of WPP, combining the creativity and ability of a mid-sized independent agency with the depth and breadth of a dynamic multinational agency

Our mission is People at the Centre . We foster a people-forward culture that focuses on our people, our team's positive agency experience and our commitment to team by prioritizing collaboration, growth and development.

You’ll be a great fit at GCI if you demonstrate our core competencies :

• Integrity : Being open, honest, and ethical in dealing with others
• Client Service Mindset : Being responsive and anticipating internal and / or client needs
• Accountability : Taking personal responsibility and prompt initiative to accomplish tasks
• Collaboration : Having a team player mindset and a friendly and positive outlook
• Quality Work : Seeking to achieve best practice, accuracy and consistency in all tasks
• Creativity : Sharing ideas willingly and bringing creative solutions to challenges

Role Overview

One of our team members is going on maternity leave, and we're seeking an Account Director to join our team while they're away. The Account Director is a strategic thinker who oversees one larger or several smaller accounts at any given time and demonstrates a business development mindset. The ideal candidate is an exceptional client manager, team leader, strategic thinker and flexible problem solver. Multitasking and the ability to skillfully handle the unexpected are essential qualities to bring to the position.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

Manage clients, complex projects and cross-functional agency relationships

Develop the strategic direction of communications programs for clients, including leading the process and writing the plan that provides a broad spectrum of communications services

Ensure that complete client satisfaction is maintained at the highest level

Anticipate issues, challenges, and opportunities to develop targeted and effective strategies

Demonstrate leadership in using and advising on the integration of multiple service offerings to address client challenges

Lever existing relationships with media, influencers, and other stakeholders to help clients achieve their objectives

Write strategic communications tailored to various target audiences

Take part in business development activities

Manage budgets, billable expenses, and other administrative requirements

Play a critical role in supporting the leadership team and coaching juniors

Required Experience, Skills and Abilities

Minimum of 10 years working in the communications / public relations industry; agency is mandatory

A degree or certification in Public Relations or Communications is preferred

Prior agency or consulting experience is a considerable asset

Strong experience managing a team from the financial, client delivery, and staffing perspectives

Proven ability to turn ideas into thought-out strategic plans

Capacity to convey ownership of assigned projects to junior team members

Excellent oral and written business communication skills

Aptitude for financial management - managing budgets and forecasts

Exceptional judgment when working with team members, client contacts and vendors

Attention to detail and quality

Instills confidence with clients and colleagues

A successful track record of maintaining strong and trusted client relationships

Excellent presentation skills including the ability to communicate and sell ideas to prospects and clients

Highly motivated and can grow existing and new business opportunities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Teams

What We Offer

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Generous time off policies

Flexible, hybrid work environment

Bonuses including employee referral and new business development

Group RRSP

Parental leave top-up

A people-focused, collaborative and fun team culture with access to global colleagues and clients

GCI is a small and agile team, so new challenges and opportunities arise. The successful candidate is expected to pitch in with a positive attitude and tackle tasks head-on – including those outside of their core assignments. Interested? Share your resume and cover letter at [e-mail] .

GCI Canada is dedicated to employment equity and welcomes diversity in the workplace. We also welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Job function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Public Relations and Communications Services

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