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Overview

Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation. Burson is part of WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP); for more information visit bursonglobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram. The Burson Sport, Brand & Entertainment team works with the biggest brands, federations, and sponsors in the world of sport, including adidas, Gillette and The IOC. The team uses its diverse expertise to create work that delivers fame and drives conversation, with a shared belief that sport has the power to create change and positively impact culture. The Sport team is known for creative work that stands out and supports initiatives across campaigns and partnerships.

More About The Role

We are looking for an ambitious, enthusiastic Account Director to join the adidas account with a focus on best-in-class media expertise and insight. The role involves both direct media and creator relations, as well as global hub responsibilities in planning and toolkit development. The right candidate will bring media and creator insight, confidence in developing client relationships and strong organisational skills to a dynamic team that strives to create memorable earned work for its clients.

What You’ll Do

• Being part of a driven and ambitious team
• Management of client relationships
• Provide media and creator insight with a deep interest in understanding the evolving media landscape
• Creating engaging assets and content for global and local storytelling
• Market liaison
• Writing strategic plans and striving for strong creative work
• Using data and insights to drive effective storytelling
• Co-ordinating global and local events

Experience That Contributes To Success

• Creative and strategic thinker
• Proven track record in creating and activating impactful campaigns for big brands
• Strong media and creator landscape understanding (UK in particular) and strong media relations experience
• Strong client handling and leadership skills; from design to delivery of campaigns/projects
• Proficient in preparing and managing budgets
• A team player with the ability to work collaboratively
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail, particularly under pressure
• Global communications experience is a prerequisite for this role

You Belong At Burson

Our vision is for Burson to be the leading ‘academy company’ for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and produce the best solutions for today’s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, including professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation, and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.

At Burson, we’re an agency of learn-it-alls. We hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities to inspire bold ideas, foster constructive dialogue, cultivate meaningful experiences, and drive innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view—your talent—is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it’s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.

We believe the best work happens when we’re together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. We’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

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Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Business Development
• Industries: Public Relations and Communications Services

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