Account Director

Ignis; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative agency in Greater London is seeking an experienced Account Director to lead client accounts and deliver exceptional results. The role requires strong expertise in account management, teamwork, and project management, as well as excellent communication skills. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field. This position offers a hybrid work model, fostering flexibility while ensuring client needs are met.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in Account Management, delivering exceptional client service.
• Strong Team Management and Leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Project Management.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of marketing and advertising industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead client accounts and ensure delivery of exceptional results.
• Manage account strategies and guide teams towards objectives.
• Coordinate sales efforts and oversee campaign execution.
• Facilitate collaboration in a hybrid work environment.

Skills

Account Management

Team Management

Project Management

Communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Marketing knowledge

Ability to thrive in hybrid environments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or related field

Job description

Company Description

Ignis is an employee owned, integrated agency with a counter-conventional approach to addressing brand, category, and consumer challenges. Guided by the philosophy of \"Upstart\", we embrace creativity and innovation to shape brands and businesses that genuinely resonate with people's lives. Known for our resourcefulness and inventiveness, we prioritize solutions that break the mold while truly connecting with audiences. At Ignis, we thrive on collaboration and ingenuity to deliver impactful results for our clients.

Role Description

This is a full time hybrid role for an Account Director, based in Greater London. The Account Director will lead client accounts, ensuring the delivery of exceptional results in line with client expectations. Responsibilities include managing account strategies, guiding teams to achieve project objectives, coordinating sales efforts, and overseeing the successful execution of campaigns. Collaboration will be central to the role, combining in-office and work-from-home flexibility to meet client and team needs.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in Account Management, including maintaining client relationships and delivering exceptional client service


• Strong Team Management and Team Leadership skills to guide and inspire teams towards shared goals


• Proficiency in Project Management, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget


• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills


• Knowledge of the marketing and advertising industry


• Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment balancing office-based and remote collaboration


• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field is preferred