Account Director

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We're looking for an experienced Account Director to lead major youth and brand marketing campaigns for some of the world's best-known consumer brands. You'll oversee integrated projects that blend experiential, digital, and social activation, helping connect brands with student and Gen Z audiences across the UK and Europe. You'll guide a talented account team, shape client strategy, and play a hands-on role in driving creativity, delivery excellence, and account growth. What You'll Do
Lead and grow client relationships, ensuring every campaign hits its strategic and creative objectives Manage multiple high-profile accounts, maintaining profitability and spotting opportunities for growth Mentor and develop account managers and executives, creating a culture of collaboration and accountability Oversee campaign delivery from briefing and creative development through to execution, reporting and optimisation Present confidently to clients - from proactive pitches and proposals to post-campaign evaluations Coordinate with finance to track spend, reconcile budgets and ensure projects remain commercially sound Collaborate with internal creative, production, and strategy teams to deliver best-in-class youth marketing campaigns Support new-business activity and help shape the agency's future direction Experience with music, festival, or nightlife campaigns is a plus
Qualifications
5+ years' agency experience in marketing, experiential, or brand activation (consumer-focused preferred) Proven success leading integrated campaigns across live events, digital, and social channels Strong understanding of Gen Z culture, youth trends, and the student landscape Skilled at managing teams, nurturing talent, and building positive internal culture Confident presenter and relationship builder across client and supplier networksHighly organised, detail-driven, and commercially aware Creative mindset with the ability to blend strategic insight and innovative thinking
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive salary £55,000-£65,000 DOE 24 days' annual leave + bank holidays Pension & performance-based bonus scheme Vitality Health cover New-business incentives and career-progression opportunities Summer & Christmas parties, agency away days, and team-building activities Discounts with partner brands and local businesses
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Location:
Camden Town, England, United Kingdom
Job Type:
FullTime

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