Account Director

Overview

We are partnering with a vibrant social and creative agency in Dublin to appoint an Account Director. This full-time, permanent role is ideally suited for an experienced Account Director or a Senior Account Manager aiming to advance to this leadership position. The successful candidate will manage senior client relationships, spearhead commercial growth, and deliver top-notch social-first campaigns.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain senior client partnerships across major accounts
• Craft and oversee account strategies that include ongoing, campaign, and content initiatives
• Spot and pursue opportunities to expand and enhance current client engagements
• Handle account financials, including revenue tracking, forecasting, budgeting, and margin control
• Direct creative and strategy teams with clear briefs
• Ensure outputs are social-first, culturally attuned, and commercially productive
• Supervise projects to guarantee punctual and budget-compliant delivery
• Lead, mentor, and support Account Managers and Account Executives
• Participate actively in pitches, proposals, and business development efforts
• Assist in refining internal processes as the agency expands

Desired Qualifications and Experience

• Experience as an Account Director or Senior Account Manager prepared to advance
• Proven background in social, digital, creative, or integrated agency work
• Excellent skills in managing senior clients and stakeholders
• Deep understanding of social media channels and social-first content strategies
• Experience with influencer and creator-driven campaigns
• Strong commercial acumen including revenue and margin oversight
• Leadership experience managing cross-functional agency teams
• Able to juggle multiple accounts and campaigns effectively
• Outstanding communication and presentation capabilities
• Thrives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial agency setting