Media Planning Account Director

Media Planning Account Director - London Media Agency - £50-55k

A top London Media Agency are looking for an Account Director to lead key client accounts, develop high-performing teams, and drive strategic media planning. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident client leader who thrives on building relationships, delivering exceptional service, and contributing to business growth.

The ideal candidate could come from either a Media Planning or Media Planning and Buying background.

The Role:

As an Account Director, you will:

Client Leadership

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• Lead the day-to-day management of key client accounts.
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• Develop strategic media recommendations and campaign proposals.
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• Build strong, lasting relationships with senior client stakeholders.
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• Ensure all work is delivered to a high standard, on time and on budget.
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• Identify opportunities to grow client accounts and increase revenue.
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Team Leadership

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• Lead, coach and develop junior team members.
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• Support performance development through regular feedback and mentoring.
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• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
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Financial & Operational Management

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• Oversee forecasting, billing and financial administration across your accounts.
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• Ensure client contracts, processes and commercial requirements are understood and followed
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Business Development

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• Support new business pitches and agency growth initiatives.
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• Build relationships with clients, media owners and industry contacts.
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The Candidate:

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• Proven experience managing client accounts within a media agency.
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• Strong strategic planning and media recommendation skills.
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• Excellent presentation, communication and writing abilities.
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• Experience leading, mentoring and developing teams.
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• Strong commercial awareness with excellent financial management skills.
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• The confidence to build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders.
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• A proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused approach.
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What We're Looking For

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• Outstanding client service and relationship management.
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• Strong leadership and people development skills.
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• Commercial acumen and operational excellence.
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• A passion for continuous learning and industry best practice.
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• High attention to detail with exceptional organisational skills.
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• A collaborative, curious and positive attitude.
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This agency really look after employees, have a great culture and have a big emphasis on training and development. They are also growing so there are great opportunities for progression.

Apply now for more information!