B2B Account Director

Democracy; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing PR agency in Manchester seeks an ambitious Account Director to lead client relationships and shape strategy. In this senior role, you will work on high-profile projects, managing teams, and contributing to new business pitches. The ideal candidate has over 6 years of experience in PR, a track record of growing accounts, and strong presentation skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact at a dynamic agency.

Qualifications

• 6+ years' experience in PR or communications.
• Proven track record of growing accounts and building trusted relationships.
• Experience managing people and leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain senior client relationships.
• Identify client needs and develop creative solutions.
• Provide strategic direction to clients and teams.
• Translate objectives into actionable plans.
• Lead and develop account teams.
• Contribute to new business pitches.

Skills

Client relationship management

Strategic thinking

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Democracy is the fastest-growing PR agency outside London – and we’re looking for an ambitious, commercially minded Account Director to help lead our next phase of growth.

This is a senior role with real influence. You’ll work on high-profile, reputation-shaping briefs across energy, pharma and education, partnering closely with clients who expect strategic thinking and bold ideas. Alongside this, you’ll play an active role in new business, helping grow our footprint in both Manchester and London.

WHY DEMOCRACY?

At Democracy, we believe that great agencies are built by great people. We invest heavily in our team, creating an environment where talent is supported, challenged and given room to grow.

You’ll work alongside an experienced and collaborative leadership team, including:

• A Strategic Communications Director
• AI visibility specialists
• Data and insights managers
• Our CEO

You won’t be doing everything alone. Each account is supported by strong Account Managers and Senior Account Managers, plus ambitious junior talent eager to deliver against your vision. Your role is to set the direction, inspire the team, and ensure exceptional work is delivered every time.

THE ROLE

As Account Director, you’ll be responsible for leading client relationships, shaping strategy, and ensuring our work delivers real impact. You’ll bring clarity, creativity and commercial thinking to everything you do.

Key responsibilities include:

• Building, maintaining and growing senior client relationships
• Identifying client needs, ambitions and challenges, and developing creative, effective solutions
• Providing clear strategic direction and counsel to clients and internal teams
• Translating client objectives into actionable plans and driving timely delivery
• Leading and developing account teams through line management
• Contributing to new business pitches and agency growth

ABOUT YOU

You’re curious, ideas-driven and commercially astute. You enjoy solving complex problems, spotting opportunities, and helping clients and teams succeed.

You’ll ideally have:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 6+ years’ experience in PR or communications
• A proven track record of growing accounts and building trusted client relationships
• Strong presentation and storytelling skills
• Experience managing people and leading teams

If you’re looking for a role where you can shape strategy, lead people and make your mark at a growing agency, we’d love to hear from you.

How to apply:

Get in touch by sending your CV to [e-mail].

Come and be part of our story – we can’t wait to meet you!