Account Director

McCann; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global marketing agency in London seeks an Account Director to manage exciting campaigns in the beauty and tourism sectors. The candidate will lead integrated initiatives across multiple channels, including TV, digital, and social. Successful applicants will have a robust background in account management and campaign development, thriving in a creative environment. This role offers potential for permanent placement after an initial 3-month contract, combining a hybrid working model with a vibrant office culture.

Benefits

Time Well Taken days

On-demand mental health support

Subsidised on-site massages and haircuts

Free breakfast and snacks

Internal and external learning opportunities

Birthday off

Tree planted for McCanniversary

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts with partner companies

Qualifications

• Experience as an Account Director or Senior Account Manager is essential.
• Extensive experience in managing integrated campaigns across multiple channels, including TV.
• Ability to manage client relationships effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Organized, proactive, and thrives in fast-paced, creative environments.
• Team player ready to take ownership and grow in the role.

Responsibilities

• Develop integrated campaigns across TV, digital, social, and OOH.
• Build relationships with client stakeholders and internal teams.
• Shape strategic direction ensuring creative work aligns with briefs.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and resources for smooth delivery.
• Collaborate with creative, strategy, and production teams.

Skills

Account management experience

Integrated campaign development

Client relationship management

Organizational skills

Proactive mindset

Job description

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Job Description

Account Director

Hybrid role with 3 days in our Bishopsgate, London Office

A bit about the agency:

We are 150 people dedicated to telling the truth and telling it well, because we believe when a truth is told well things change for the better. Fuelled by an obsession with truth and the richness of a connected network, our work lives on the edge of mainstream culture, building enduring brands, growing businesses and giving our people a platform to grow.

We've delivered joy with a little help from Snoop Dogg, Katy Perry and Xtina and Latto for 'Did Somebody Say Just Eat', helped L'Oréal show people 'They're Worth It', given everyone the right to access great quality food most notably with Kevin the Carrot for Aldi, and put a 'Priceless' tag on a leading global payments brand, to name a few.

We're proudly part of the McCann Worldgroup global network.

The Part You'll Play as Account Director:

We're looking for an Account Director - or a highly experienced Senior Account Manager ready to step up - to join us on a 3-month fixed term contract, with a strong possibility of going permanent. You'll be working across two exciting global accounts in the beauty and tourism sectors, delivering fully integrated 360 brand campaigns.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who's ready to take the next step in their career, with the chance to lead high-profile work across all channels. TVC experience is essential, as both accounts include broadcast as well as digital, social, and OOH.

Start date: ASAP

Specifically, duties will include:

• Supporting or leading the development of integrated campaigns across TV, digital, social, and OOH.
• Building strong relationships with client stakeholders and internal teams.
• Helping shape strategic direction and ensuring creative work is on brief and on brand.
• Managing timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure smooth delivery.
• Collaborating with creative, strategy, and production teams to bring ideas to life.
• Contributing to a positive team culture and supporting junior team members.

A bit about you & your previous experience:

• You're currently an Account Director or a Senior Account Manager with extensive experience, ready to step up.
• You've worked on integrated campaigns across multiple channels, including TVCs.
• You're confident managing client relationships and working with senior stakeholders.
• You're organised, proactive, and thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment.
• You're a team player who's ready to take ownership and grow quickly in the role.

A bit about perks of the job:

• Three 'Time Well Taken' days throughout the year where we switch off collectively.
• On-demand 1:1 mental health and coaching support through MyndUp (alongside a free Headspace membership).
• Subsidised on-site massages, haircuts and manicures as well as cuddles from furry friends (we're a dog friendly office).
• Free onsite breakfast, snacks and drinks with regular 'Lounge Nights' in the office rooftop social space.
• Lots of tools to help us grow from SPARK (our internal L&D platform) to LinkedIn Learning, as well as external opportunities with NABS, WACL and the IPA, amongst others.
• Your birthday off - because who wants to work on your birthday?
• A tree planted in your name for every year you celebrate your McCanniversary.
• A Cycle to Work scheme and facilities including showers and hair styling appliances.
• Discounts with partners such as Eataly, Merlin and cinemas as well as access to independent financial advice.

McCann Worldgroup is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We embrace diversity in all its forms. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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