Account Director

DNA Recruit is partnering with a leading Global Shopper Marketing Agency known for delivering insight-led, impactful campaigns that influence shopper behaviour both in-store and online.
With a strong international footprint and continued growth across Europe, the agency is expanding its London team following a series of new business wins. They are now looking for an experienced Account Director to lead key client relationships and drive strategic, creative delivery across a portfolio of high-profile FMCG brands.

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a collaborative, fast-paced environment where data, creativity, and shopper insight come together to create meaningful brand experiences.

The Role:

As Account Director, you will take ownership of key accounts, acting as the senior day-to-day client lead and a trusted partner to shopper and trade teams. You’ll oversee campaign delivery from brief through to execution, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to a high standard.

Working closely with a Business Director, you’ll play a key role in driving account growth, identifying new opportunities, and contributing to the overall commercial success of the business.
You’ll also collaborate closely with internal creative and strategy teams to deliver best-in-class shopper campaigns across multiple markets.

Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day client relationships, ensuring clear communication and alignment across all stakeholders
• Oversee the delivery of integrated shopper marketing campaigns from briefing through to execution
• Manage project finances, including scoping, budgeting, and ensuring profitable delivery
• Develop and present strategic and creative work to clients, both virtually and in person
• Work closely with internal teams to brief, shape, and deliver high-quality creative output
• Support the Business Director in forecasting and revenue growth across the account portfolio
• Identify and drive organic growth opportunities within existing client relationships
• Stay ahead of shopper marketing trends, bringing fresh thinking and innovation to clients

 
Requirements:

• Proven experience in a shopper marketing agency
• Strong track record of delivering complex, multi-market campaigns with multiple stakeholders
• Commercially minded with experience managing budgets and driving account profitability
• Previous experience in a similar role
• The right to live and work in the UK

Location: London/ Hybrid (4 days on site)
Salary: up to £65K Benefits
Reference: 12038

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