Account Director / Director

We’re looking for an experienced Account Director to lead major youth and brand marketing campaigns for some of the world’s best-known consumer brands. You’ll oversee integrated projects that blend experiential, digital, and social activation , helping connect brands with student and Gen Z audiences across the UK and Europe. You’ll guide a talented account team, shape client strategy, and play a hands-on role in driving creativity, delivery excellence, and account growth. What You’ll Do Lead and grow client relationships, ensuring every campaign hits its strategic and creative objectives Manage multiple high-profile accounts, maintaining profitability and spotting opportunities for growth Mentor and develop account managers and executives, creating a culture of collaboration and accountability Oversee campaign delivery from briefing and creative development through to execution, reporting and optimisation Present confidently to clients — from proactive pitches and proposals to post-campaign evaluations Coordinate with finance to track spend, reconcile budgets and ensure projects remain commercially sound Collaborate with internal creative, production, and strategy teams to deliver best-in-class youth marketing campaigns Support new-business activity and help shape the agency’s future direction What We’re Looking For ~5+ years’ agency experience in marketing, experiential, or brand activation (consumer-focused preferred) ~ Proven success leading integrated campaigns across live events, digital, and social channels ~ Strong understanding of Gen Z culture , youth trends, and the student landscape ~ Skilled at managing teams, nurturing talent, and building positive internal culture ~ Confident presenter and relationship builder across client and supplier networks ~ Highly organised, detail-driven, and commercially aware ~ Creative mindset with the ability to blend strategic insight and innovative thinking ~ Experience with music, festival, or nightlife campaigns is a plus Why Join Us ~ Competitive salary £55,000–£65,000 DOE ~24 days’ annual leave + bank holidays ~ Pension & performance-based bonus scheme ~ Vitality Health cover ~ New-business incentives and career-progression opportunities ~ Summer & Christmas parties, agency away days, and team-building activities ~ Discounts with partner brands and local businesses