HelloKindred are specialists in staffing marketing, creative and technology roles, offering a range of talent solutions that can be delivered on-site, remotely or hybrid.Our vision is to make work accessible and people's lives better.We do this by disrupting traditional employment barriers –connecting ambitious talent to flexible opportunities with trusted brands.Job DescriptionAnticipated Contract Length/End Date:3-6 month contract with potential to extend or convert to perm.Work set-up: Hybrid (3 days per week in office)Our client in the advertising and marketing industry is looking for an Account Director to join the team. The purpose of this role is to drive and manage digital planning and execution for clients and provide efficient client liaison to deliver on client requirements. The Account Director will actively consult with clients regarding SEO, Creative Services, E-commerce, Data and Analytics and all other issues relating to clients requirements in relation to their digital ecosystem.What you will do:Client:Has a deep understanding of the client's business and of the key broader factors and trends shaping their markets and categories.Looks for opportunities to engage in broader business dialogue with clients.Is the clients first point of contact on all main strategic, creative and resource issues.Is the Managing Partners first port of call on all questions relating to the business.Builds strong and enduring relationships with clients.Regularly seeks out ways to add value to the client/agency relationship (e.g. joint speaking appearances at conferences; effecting introductions to other members of agency management; agency presentations on broader industry issues).Represents/merchandises the clients business within the agency.Finance:Responsible for to the writing of Business Plans for the account.Is responsible for maximising the accounts billings and/or income and for seeking out additional income opportunities.Contributes to the good financial management of the business, improving profitability wherever possible, implementing, and monitoring all billing procedures, alerting the Managing Partner promptly to any likely changes to billing and income, any potential write-offs, etc.Ensures that timesheets are always up to date and given to Finance timeously.Account Management:Is ultimately responsible for the smooth running of the account operationally, creatively, and financially and is answerable on these points to the client and to the Managing Director.Creates the best possible environment in which to produce the best possible work. Is responsible for ensuring that his/her teams have the right time and resources to deliver this, within the clients' time frame.Builds the respect and loyal commitment of team members, of the department and of the agency.Delegates effectively and appropriately upwards to the Managing Partner, as well as downwards, and to other departments.Involves the Managing Partner appropriately on all relevant issues: status of business, brand health, creative projects, timings, etc.QualificationsFinancial and budget control ability.Digital knowledge and experience.Committed team worker.Good interpersonal skills.Strong service orientation.Integrity, energy, and creativity.Additional InformationHelloKindred is committed to an inclusive work environment where people with different backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives are valued and encouraged to contribute their unique experiences. We invite individuals from all walks of life to apply.Candidates must be legally authorized to live and work in the country the position is based in, without requiring sponsorship.We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.HelloKindred is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.
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