Media Strategy Director - Hybrid, Growth Leadership

McCann; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Hybrid working

25 days holiday

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Life coaching

Birthday off

Job summary

McCann Manchester is seeking an experienced Media Account Director to lead the strategic development of client media recommendations across multiple channels. You will understand markets, competitors and customers to deliver compelling solutions that drive awareness and growth.

You’ll manage day-to-day client relationships, lead a small team, and collaborate with media owners and specialists to meet objectives and deliver exceptional results.

Qualifications

• Seasoned account leader with strong client relationships.
• Proven ability to craft cross-channel media recommendations.
• Experience partnering with media owners and agencies.
• Strong timeline and stakeholder management.
• Commercial acumen with client contract discussions.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management of multiple clients and campaigns.
• Own and shape client briefs to deliver results.
• Develop and supervise multi-channel media solutions.
• Mentor a small team and drive career development.
• Oversee forecasting and billing processes with finance teams.

Skills

Account leadership

Cross-channel recommendations

Media planning

Team leadership

Client relationships

Media owners

Job description

McCann Manchester is seeking an experienced Media Account Director to lead the strategic development of client media recommendations across multiple channels. You will understand markets, competitors and customers to deliver compelling solutions that drive awareness and growth.

You’ll manage day-to-day client relationships, lead a small team, and collaborate with media owners and specialists to meet objectives and deliver exceptional results.