Agency :
Wilderness
Job Description :
The Account Director is a pivotal lead within the agency – this role oversees the complete Entertainment division, with full responsibility of all people, retainers, projects and the overall financial management of that division.
WILDERNESS (a part of Havas Play)

ABOUT US

We’re an award-winning global social media agency transforming the management, strategy and content for brands through social-first thinking. Working at the intersection of community, content and commerce, we get brands closer to culture.

WHAT SKILLS DO I NEED?

• 2 years minimum experience as a Senior Account Manager
• Solid experience of managing a busy team
• Varied and tested experience in professional client relationship management
• A high level of experience in budgeting and finance management
• Significant experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Enthusiastic and positive approach to challenges
• Resourceful and proactive in dealing with issues
• The ability to plan and strategize at a senior level
• A persuasive and confident approach to creative projects
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Effective team management capabilities
• A keen attention to detail

The Account Director is a pivotal lead within the agency – this role oversees the complete Entertainment division, with full responsibility of all people, retainers, projects and the overall financial management of that division.
You’ll be process driven, commercially minded and solutions focused. You’ll lead on projects that require cross-agency collaboration, working with all areas of the business, with the aim of delivering client satisfaction, retention and growth.
You’ll lead your team by example, offering them confidence, support and coaching throughout. You will work to bolster ideas, push the boundaries and encourage the team to create award-winning work. You will work to resolve any conflict or blockers both internally and externally.
This role will be required to report back to SLT on the performance, financials and upcoming opportunities for their division.