Account Director (Paid Media)

Account Director (Paid Media), Chelmsford / Hybrid – Up to £65K + Benefits Ready to take the lead on major client relationships while helping shape the future of a growing agency? We're looking for an experienced Account Director to join a successful independent paid media marketing agency where you'll play a key role in driving client success, developing integrated media strategies and supporting the continued growth of the business. This is an outstanding opportunity for a commercially minded Account Director who enjoys building long-term client relationships, influencing strategy and leading high-performing campaigns. You'll work closely with senior leadership, mentoring junior team members while remaining hands-on in campaign planning and delivery. Responsibilities of this Account Director role include: * Acting as the senior strategic contact for a portfolio of key client accounts * Building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and identifying opportunities for account growth * Developing integrated, multi-channel media strategies aligned to client objectives * Leading campaign planning, performance reviews and strategic recommendations * Working closely with internal specialists to ensure campaigns are delivered to the highest standard * Managing account profitability, forecasting and commercial performance * Mentoring and developing junior members of the client services team * Contributing to the continued growth and success of the agency To be considered, you'll need: * At least five years' experience within a paid media or performance marketing agency * A strong track record managing senior client relationships across multiple accounts * Broad knowledge of paid media, including Paid Search, Paid Social and Programmatic * Experience developing integrated media strategies and translating client objectives into successful campaigns * Strong commercial awareness with experience identifying opportunities for account growth * Previous mentoring or line management experience * Excellent presentation, communication and relationship-building skills * A proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach * Experience within an independent or SME agency would be advantageous In return you'll receive: * Hybrid working * Ongoing training and professional development * Genuine opportunities to influence strategy and shape the future of a growing agency * A supportive, collaborative team environment * Competitive benefits package If you're looking for an opportunity where you'll have genuine influence, build lasting client partnerships and play an important role within an ambitious agency, we'd love to hear from you. Please quote reference AP1201 when applying for this Account Director role.