Account Director Global Tech

GWI; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global tech company is seeking an Account Director to join their team in Greater London. This hybrid role requires proven enterprise sales experience and knowledge of the advertising landscape. You will be tasked with building client relationships and identifying revenue growth opportunities. The ideal candidate possesses strong negotiation and communication skills, along with a strategic mindset. Competitive salary and benefits such as 25 days of annual leave and wellness programs are offered.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Health cash plan

Competitive salary

Flexitime and hybrid options

Accredited learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in enterprise sales roles.
• Extensive understanding of the advertising/media ecosystem.
• Ability to articulate the value of solutions to senior decision makers.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Identify new revenue opportunities and expand existing business.
• Travel for strategic client meetings and events throughout the year.

Skills

Enterprise sales experience

Consumer research or media ad sales

Strong negotiation skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Job description

Office requirement: Hybrid 3 days a week

Employment type: Permanent

Account Director

Be part of our Global Tech team working with the worlds most recognisable tech and corporate brands including Microsoft Meta and Pinterest. Reporting into the VP of Global Tech this role will require you to deeply understand your clients challenges and position GWIs data & insight as a solution to drive key business initiatives and broader strategies. You will be required to build strong and trusting client relationships identifying new opportunities for expansion and revenue growth.

Key Qualifications

• A kind considerate and collaborative mindset. This team has cultivated an exceptional culture and we are seeking an individual who will make a positive contribution to it.
• Proven experience in an enterprise sales role.
• Proven experience within a consumer research or media ad sales role.
• Strong understanding of the advertising / media ecosystem.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to identify and capitalise on revenue opportunities drive business growth and exceed targets.
• To demonstrate strong interpersonal and presentation skills and a proven track record of articulating the value of a solution to senior level decision makers.
• Willingness to plan and travel to strategic client meetings and events throughout the year (4-6 times a year is typical).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients at all levels.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to manage large scale contracts across disparate organisations.

What We Offer

At GWI you’ll find meaningful work visible impact and a culture that empowers you to do your best. Our package includes :

• Time to recharge 25 days annual leave plus office closures over the holidays.
• Health & wellbeing Health cash plan enhanced family benefits carer days and mental health support.
• Financial benefits Competitive salary 4% pension matching and recognition programs that celebrate success.
• Flexibility & balance Flexitime early Friday finishes hybrid and remote options plus a work from home budget.
• Career growth Accredited learning leadership development and global career mobility.
• Community & impact DE&I initiatives volunteering opportunities donation matching and payroll giving.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Diversity is fundamental to who we areboth as a data company and as a workplace. Our data reflects global realities and so must our teams. We strive to ensure our workforce is as diverse and inclusive as the insights we provide to our clients.

As a Disability Confident employer we welcome applications from disabled candidates and are committed to providing all necessary adjustments during the hiring process. We also actively encourage applications from underrepresented and marginalized communities.

At GWI you will find a place where you can contribute meaningfully grow professionally and belong fully.