Senior Group Account Director / Managing Director

The Recruiters; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading communications agency in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Group Account Director / Managing Director to lead a team of communications professionals. The ideal candidate must have a degree in Public Relations or related fields and over 10 years of experience in public relations, with substantial leadership experience. This role involves directing operations, making strategic decisions, and achieving financial targets.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years experience in public relations.
• At least 7 years in a senior leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and management for the team.
• Lead and oversee daily operations across departments.
• Make key decisions to achieve financial goals.

Education

Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related fields

Job description

Overview

Our client is an adaptive and agile full-service Communications & PR agency.

The Senior Group Account Director / Managing Director is responsible for providing direction and management of the team, to grow a team of communications professionals to deliver exceptional results for clients and for the company.

They need to lead and oversee daily operations in all different departments and be able to make key decisions in the company, ensuring the company achieves its financial vision, mission, and long-term goals.

Qualifications

Experience / Qualifications :

• Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related fields
• Minimum of 10 years experience in public relations
• At least 7 years in a senior leadership role