Group Account Director

DNA Recruit are collaborating with a leading Experiential Marketing agency to appoint a Group Account Director for a 12-month FTC in London (Hybrid).

This is a unique opportunity to lead high-profile, immersive brand experiences and integrated activations for global clients. The agency is known for creating innovative, live, and digital experiences that connect brands with audiences in memorable ways.

The Role:
As Group Account Director, you will oversee multiple client accounts, leading a talented account team to deliver end-to-end experiential campaigns. You’ll act as a senior strategic partner, ensuring every campaign is on-brand, on-budget, and operationally seamless.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor account teams, fostering high performance and collaborative working.
• Develop and maintain strong senior client relationships, acting as a trusted strategic advisor.
• Oversee the delivery of large-scale experiential, live, and integrated activations.
• Manage budgets, timelines, and profitability across multiple accounts.
• Collaborate with creative, production, and strategy teams to deliver outstanding brand experiences.
• Identify opportunities for growth within existing accounts and support new business initiatives.

About You:

• Proven agency experience at Senior Account Director or Group Account Director level.
• Strong background in experiential marketing, live activations, or integrated brand experiences.
• Confident managing senior stakeholders and high-profile global brands.
• Strategic thinker with commercial acumen and creative sensibility.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Available immediately for a 12-month fixed-term contract, with flexibility to work hybrid (London-based).

Salary: £65,000 – £75,000 per annum
Location: London / Hybrid
Contract: 12-month FTC
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