Job Description

Location: Johannesburg
Salary: R60k-70k CTC
Work model: hybridAbout the Role
Our client, a growing integrated PR and communications agency, is seeking an accomplished Group Account Director to lead its client service teams and drive growth across a portfolio of high-profile accounts. This is a senior leadership role requiring a strategic operator with strong commercial acumen, deep client service experience, and the ability to steer cross-functional teams towards delivering impactful, multi-channel campaigns.The successful candidate will be a trusted advisor to clients, an internal champion for team performance, and a driver of innovation and efficiency across the agency.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership & Account GrowthAct as the senior point of contact for key accounts, developing strong relationships built on trust, delivery, and strategic counsel.Identify and pursue opportunities for account expansion, cross-selling, and long-term partnership growth.Lead the development of integrated marketing strategies aligned with client objectives and emerging market dynamics.Team Management & CollaborationManage and mentor a team of Account Directors, promoting high standards and professional growth.Collaborate with other senior leaders to ensure alignment between team performance and broader business objectives.Champion a collaborative, solutions-driven culture that empowers individuals and encourages cross-discipline cohesion.Campaign Delivery & InnovationOversee delivery of high-performing campaigns across creative, PR, content, and digital platforms.Ensure outputs are insight-led, brand-aligned, and exceed client expectations.Stay ahead of trends, platforms, and technologies to recommend forward-thinking, competitive solutions.Operational Excellence & Commercial ManagementDrive efficiency across account teams, optimising workflows, resourcing, and project delivery.Monitor account financials including budgeting, forecasting, and profitability tracking.Lead strategic proposals, pitch responses, and new business opportunities.External Representation & Stakeholder EngagementRepresent the agency in client leadership meetings, sector events, and networking forums.Act as a brand ambassador, advocating for the agencyxe2x80x99s values and positioning in the marketplace.Candidate RequirementsEducationDegree in Marketing, Communications, or a related discipline.Experience10+ yearsxe2x80x99 experience in client services or account leadership, ideally within an integrated or creative agency environment.Strong background managing large-scale, multi-channel campaigns xe2x80x94 particularly within sectors such as tech, FMCG, or retail.Demonstrated success in growing client relationships, managing budgets, and improving profitability. * Proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.

• PR experience

Core CompetenciesStrategic Mindset: Able to translate insights into commercially sound strategies.Leadership: Natural team leader with an ability to inspire and motivate.Client Excellence: Skilled at building trust and securing long-term client loyalty.Communication: Strong presentation, influencing, and storytelling skills.

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