Account Director (9 months FTC)

Dewynters; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading integrated advertising agency in London is looking for an Account Director to manage a diverse portfolio of clients in live entertainment. The role requires strong leadership skills, effective communication, and a creative approach to client servicing. You’ll work collaboratively with the Senior Leadership team to drive business growth and deliver exceptional campaigns. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a passionate team and make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday, increasing to 30 days

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

Company pension scheme

Summer Fridays

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy support

Option to purchase additional leave

Life assurance

Season ticket loan

Cycle2Work scheme

Complimentary theatre and entertainment tickets

Qualifications

• Experience in account management and client servicing.
• Ability to manage multiple clients in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and strategy for a portfolio of clients.
• Manage campaign budgets and ensure profitability.
• Develop innovative campaigns and expand client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Creative Focus

Job description

About Us

We are DEWYNTERS, the leading integrated advertising agency for live entertainment. Across the worlds of theatre, immersive experiences, festivals, and exhibitions, our unique blend of creativity, insights, and commercial expertise delivers best-in-class campaigns that place our clients at the centre of attention and keep them there.

Our clients include Disney Theatrical Productions, The Royal Shakespeare Company, The Book of Mormon, Moulin Rouge: The Musical, Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, and Love Supreme.

About the Role:

We are seeking an Account Director to join our passionate Account Management team for a period of 9 months. You will report to the Head of Account Management. The ideal candidate will have confidence and enthusiasm, working across a portfolio of clients and with the Senior Leadership team to increase agency business.

As an Account Director, you’ll be required to work in a fast-paced environment with confidence and enthusiasm, managing a portfolio of clients.

Client Servicing

• Act as an account director with senior responsibility for a portfolio of musicals, plays, and other live events/projects.
• Lead planning and strategy, collaborating with other departments.
• Maintain involvement with accounts to ensure competent and creative planning, high-quality service, and strong client/agency relationships.
• Be proactive in campaigns; develop initiatives and ideas with the account team to deliver innovative and results-driven campaigns.
• Take ultimate responsibility for campaign budgets, billing, and profitability.
• Promote business expansion with existing clients and generate new industry leads.
• Plan and staff pitches effectively, managing timelines and expectations collaboratively across the agency.
• Provide leadership within the account team, ensuring effective communication.

Team Development

• Support and guide team members facing challenges.
• Foster a culture of trust, openness, and continuous learning.
• Encourage team members to seek new challenges and opportunities.
• Champion internal ways of working.

Behaviours and Skills

• Lead and inspire teams, clients, and external partners.
• Maintain a commercially and creatively minded approach.
• Negotiate effectively.
• Communicate persuasively and confidently, taking charge when necessary.
• Delegate tasks efficiently.
• Evaluate artwork and provide constructive feedback.
• Thrive in a fast-paced agency environment managing multiple clients.
• Be knowledgeable and passionate about our clients and how Dewynters can contribute to their success.

Benefits include:

• 25 days holiday rising to 30 days
• Flexible / Hybrid working
• Company pension scheme
• Summer Fridays
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• Life Assurance
• Season ticket Loan
• Cycle2Work Scheme
• Complimentary theatre/entertainment tickets