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Account Director - Agency

South West

£40,000 - £45,000 Negotiable

Client

My client is a small but perfectly formed marketing agency with ambition and a period of steady growth ahead of them. They are seeking an Account Director to co-ordinate and deliver an efficient, effective and profitable service on client accounts and projects.

Responsibilities

The Account Director will work with business development on issues relating to project confirmation and once projects are established will lead on providing feedback to clients regarding ongoing project status and cost management. A focus for the Account Director is the organic growth of existing business, and the expansion of my client's business activities.

The Account Director will be a point of constancy to the client through the business development process and implementation of account and project teams, providing a consistent client/agency interface.

Excellent communication skills will assist in developing and maintaining client business. The Account Director will ascertain and respond to client needs, and keep up-to-date with the clients' market situation in order to offer proactive information and support.

This is a hands-on Account Director role and the agency required you to work collaboratively with the Client Services Director and Business Development, share information openly and manage the financials of the account.

Requirements

  • You will probably have 5-7 years agency experience and have excellent commercial acumen. You will be confident and assertive and able to take an active part in the Senior Management team.
  • You will be able to spot an opportunity and capitalise upon it in its entirety
  • You will have a proven record of managing profitable accounts
  • Most importantly for this role you will be highly driven and have a passion for results and providing excellent service to your client

Rewards

  • Basic salary up to £45,000
  • A genuine opportunity to progress into the role of Client Services Director
  • Excellent working environment and an enviable reputation in their marketplace

Profile

Yolk Recruitment specialise in recruiting for a wide range of business-critical commercial positions. We source elite professionals within the marketing arena with a proven track record of achievement and work with clients that will deliver on your career aspirations

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