Full-Time Account Director | On-site in Bedfordview, South Africa • R50 000 at No Sweat Work Media

, Gauteng, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jan, 26

Salary

50000.0

Posted On

25 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Account Management, Client Service, Strategic Thinking, Communication, Leadership, Problem-Solving, Brand Strategy, Digital Marketing, Creative Processes, Project Management, CRM Tools, Reporting, Presentation Skills, Budget Management, Campaign Development, Client Relationships

Industry

Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting

Description

Role Overview We’re looking for a dynamic Account Director to lead key client relationships and drive strategic growth within a fast-paced advertising agency environment. This role requires a confident communicator and strategic thinker who can balance creative excellence with commercial insight, ensuring the delivery of impactful, results-driven marketing solutions. Key Responsibilities Act as the senior point of contact for key client accounts, building trusted partnerships and ensuring strategic alignment with business objectives. Lead and mentor account teams, providing guidance, support, and direction across all stages of campaign development. Translate client strategies into clear, actionable briefs for creative, media, and production teams. Oversee campaign delivery — managing budgets, timelines, and outputs to ensure flawless execution and measurable impact. Drive strategic conversations with clients, identifying opportunities for growth, innovation, and long-term collaboration. Collaborate with agency leadership to develop account plans, new business opportunities, and revenue growth strategies. Anticipate and resolve challenges proactively, maintaining a high level of client satisfaction while protecting agency interests. Present performance reports, insights, and recommendations to clients with confidence and clarity. Requirements • Minimum 5+ years’ experience in account management or client service, with at least 2 years at Account Director level within an advertising or marketing agency. Proven ability to lead strategic client relationships and deliver integrated campaigns across multiple channels. Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence and inspire both clients and internal teams. Strong grasp of brand strategy, digital marketing, and creative processes, with a focus on driving measurable business results. Highly organized, able to manage multiple high-value projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and quality. Proficient in project management and CRM tools, with strong reporting and presentation capabilities. Reliable, proactive, and available to work full-time on-site in Bedfordview. Benefits High-impact work: Lead and manage high-profile client accounts across a range of industries. Strategic leadership: Opportunity to shape client strategy, oversee integrated campaigns, and drive business growth. Collaborative culture: Work within a creative, forward-thinking team that values innovation, accountability, and professional development. This role is ideal for a strategic and confident Account Director who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. You’re someone who builds trust through clear communication, manages complex projects with ease, and consistently delivers outstanding results. You’ll balance strong client relationships with the ability to lead internal teams, ensuring exceptional work that meets both creative and commercial objectives.

Responsibilities

The Account Director will act as the senior point of contact for key client accounts, ensuring strategic alignment with business objectives. They will lead and mentor account teams while overseeing campaign delivery and driving strategic conversations with clients.