Account Director, 6 mo FTC

Hybrid role with 3 days in our Bishopsgate Office

About the Agency

We are 150 people dedicated to telling the truth and telling it well, because we believe when a truth is told well, things change for the better. Fuelled by an obsession with truth and the richness of a connected network, our work lives on the edge of mainstream culture, building enduring brands, growing businesses and giving our people a platform to grow.

We've delivered joy with a little help from Snoop Dog, Katy Perry, and Xtina and Latto for 'Did Somebody Say Just Eat', helped L'Oréal show people 'They're Worth It', given everyone the right to access great quality food most notably with Kevin the Carrot for Aldi, and put a 'Priceless' tag on Mastercard, to name a few. We're proudly part of the McCann Worldgroup global network.

The Part You'll Play as Account Director

As an Account Director, you will take the lead on an exciting global FMCG brand full of purpose, driving fully integrated campaigns that resonate with consumers and align with the brand's mission. You'll oversee the strategic direction, ensuring creative work is powerful, purpose-driven, and delivers across all channels, including TVCs, digital, and social media.

You'll work closely with both the client and internal teams to deliver campaigns that not only elevate the brand but also reflect its core purpose. In this role, your strategic thinking, leadership, and ability to deliver TVCs and purpose-led work will be key to driving success.

Specifically, duties will include:

• Serve as the strategic lead for the account, shaping and executing integrated campaigns across TV, digital, and other key channels.
• Build and nurture senior-level client relationships, becoming a trusted advisor and the key point of contact.
• Provide strategic guidance to both creative and client services teams, ensuring campaigns are compelling, purpose-driven, and on-brand.
• Drive the development of purpose-led work that aligns with the brand's mission and resonates with audiences.
• Manage budgets, timelines, and resources to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on growing the account and identifying new opportunities for agency growth.
• Lead and mentor account teams, ensuring they are motivated, supported, and equipped to excel in their roles.

A bit about you & your previous experience

• Extensive experience in an agency setting, ideally as an Account Director or Senior Account Manager overseeing large, integrated campaigns.
• Proven success managing TVCs and purpose-driven work, preferably within the FMCG sector.
• Strong strategic planning abilities, with a deep understanding of purpose-led marketing and how to connect it with commercial objectives.
• Excellent client relationship management skills, with experience working with senior stakeholders on a global scale.
• A natural leader, able to inspire and mentor teams while driving performance and delivering results.
• Highly organised with the ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines, ensuring smooth campaign execution.
• Experience managing complex, multi-market campaigns and working with stakeholders across different time zones.

A bit about perks of the job

• As well as the more standard benefits of holiday, pension, private medical insurance, life assurance, and group income protection we offer:
• Three 'Time Well Taken' days throughout the year where we switch off collectively.
• On-demand 1:1 mental health and coaching support through MyndUp (alongside a free Headspace membership).
• Subsidised on-site massages, haircuts, and manicures as well as cuddles from furry friends (we're a dog-friendly office).
• Free onsite breakfast, snacks, and drinks with regular 'Lounge Nights' in the office rooftop social space.
• Lots of tools to help us grow from SPARK (our internal L&D platform) to LinkedIn Learning, as well as external opportunities with NABS, WACL, and the IPA, amongst others.
• Your birthday off - because who wants to work on their birthday?
• A tree planted in your name for every year you celebrate your McCanniversary.
• A Cycle to Work scheme and facilities including showers and hair styling appliances.
• Discounts with partners such as Eataly, Merlin, and cinemas as well as access to independent financial advice.

McCann Worldgroup is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We embrace diversity in all its forms. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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