Account Director (FTC)

DNA Recruit; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading integrated agency in the United Kingdom is seeking an Account Director on a fixed-term contract. This role supports global shopper-led campaigns for premium FMCG brands. Responsibilities include leading projects, delivering tailored campaigns across various channels, and collaborating in a hybrid office environment. Candidates should have a strong agency background in luxury and FMCG, with excellent client and project management skills. Immediate availability is preferred for this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• Strong agency background with demonstrable luxury shopper and FMCG experience.
• Proven experience delivering global toolkits across various channels.
• Excellent client leadership and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead global luxury shopper and activation projects.
• Deliver campaigns for premium retail and digital channels.
• Support ad‑hoc projects across client accounts.

Skills

Luxury shopper experience

FMCG experience

Client leadership

Project management

Financial management

Job description

DNA Recruit is partnering with a leading integrated agency to urgently recruit an Account Director on a fixed‑term contract. This fast‑track hire will support the delivery of global shopper‑led campaigns and integrated toolkits for premium, luxury FMCG brands.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead global luxury shopper and activation projects, including integrated toolkits for product launches and seasonal moments
• Deliver campaigns tailored to premium retail environments across physical and digital touchpoints
• Support ad‑hoc projects across wider client accounts as required
• Bring strong strategic thinking and creative judgement to complex, multi‑market programmes
• Collaborate closely with senior teams to ensure seamless delivery in a hybrid London office environment

Required Experience & Skills

• Strong agency background with demonstrable luxury shopper and FMCG experience (essential)
• Must be available for an immediate start (preferred)
• Proven experience delivering global toolkits across premium retail, digital, social, and e‑commerce channels
• Excellent client leadership, project management, and financial management skills
• Experience working within luxury or premium FMCG environments (excluding fashion) is highly desirable

Important to note: This is more across a high luxury Retail FMCG Brand and not Fashion/Lifestyle.

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