Account Director

Fuse; Greater London; On-site; USD 66,916 - 120,449; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Account Director to lead key accounts in the vibrant world of sports and entertainment marketing. In this exciting role, you'll be a trusted advisor, managing client relationships and driving growth through innovative strategies and creative solutions. Your expertise in sponsorship activation and project management will shine as you oversee diverse projects, from experiential marketing to digital content. Join a forward-thinking agency known for its strategic insights and top-tier client partnerships, and make a significant impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in marketing or communications, especially in Sport or Entertainment.
• Strong understanding of sponsorship and brand experiences.

Responsibilities

• Manage client relationships and deliver strategic projects.
• Oversee talent relationships and provide regular reporting.

Skills

Team Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Marketing Strategy

Sponsorship Activation

Project Management

Education

Degree in Marketing or Communications

Job description

Principal Consultant | JLB | Placing current and future leaders into Sports, Media & Entertainment

JLB are incredibly excited to be partnering with Fuse to support their search for an Account Director to lead one of their key accounts.

The Organisation

Fuse is a leading agency specialising in sport and entertainment marketing, known for driving brand and business growth through strategic and creative solutions. Their services span strategy, data and insight, planning, creative development, rights management, activation, events, PR, and measurement. Their industry prominence enables them to attract top-tier clients and talent.

The Role

In this role, you’ll serve as a trusted advisor to clients, managing deliverables and identifying growth opportunities by expanding scopes of work or introducing new Fuse services. Key responsibilities include managing client relationships, interpreting briefs, mobilising teams, activating partnership assets, and overseeing rights holder relationships. You’ll work on diverse projects, including purpose-led activations, digital content, events, experiential marketing, and colleague engagement.

Further Responsibilities Include:

• Deliver existing and upcoming client projects, with a strategic approach to activating sponsorships in line with wider brand and sponsorship strategy.
• Liaising with stakeholders, including rights holders, supplier partners, and other client agencies.
• Managing and overseeing talent relationships to support partnerships, including managing contractual appearances, approvals, logistics, and briefings.
• Providing regular reporting to key clients and stakeholders.
• Managing a team by providing regular feedback, motivating team members, and supporting their development.

Requirements:

• Experience in the marketing or communications industry, with expertise in working across Sport or Entertainment.
• A strong understanding of the sponsorship and sport landscape, including how partnerships and brand experiences fit within the wider marketing mix.
• Experience in managing and activating high-profile partnerships.
• Proven ability to lead a team, manage people, and support their career development.

Please apply now to learn more!