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Gleeson are delighted to be working with a UK-leading media agency in their search for a Digital Account Director.

This is a role which has been created due to growth of the business and their continued success in 2024. The role will see you managing the already established digital team, which is a team of 9.

Ideally, you will have worked agency side and have experience managing a team of a similar size. You will need to have experience in managing key accounts - whether that be B2B or B2C.

If you're in a position where you're wanting more responsibility and an opportunity to play a lead role in developing a larger team, this could be an excellent opportunity for you.

"What will I be doing day-to-day?"

You will be leading on digital campaigns and developing relationships with key clients to ensure they are growing and profitable.
Overseeing campaigns across Paid Social, Display and PPC.
Implementing and optimising digital campaigns where necessary, suggesting ways to improve efficiencies for clients.
Keeping up to date with new media opportunities across digital channels.
Effectively managing and nurturing client teams to deliver exceptional levels of service.
Identifying and converting new business opportunities for both existing and future clients.
Working closely with account management team to deliver campaigns that reach clients target audience and objectives in a timely fashion.
Maintaining a detailed awareness of relevant media research and market trends for client accounts.
Delivering end-to-end digital campaigns from client briefings, attending meetings, to overseeing campaign performance pre-and post-delivery.
Representing the business on all levels externally, building and maintaining excellent relationships with roster agencies.
Managing budgets and monitor profitability of digital accounts to hit agency targets.

"What experience is your client looking for?"

Experience in Paid Social and Google Ads.
Experience in Google Analytics.
Possess both a strategic and commercial mindset.
Personable and adept at building relationships both internally and externally.
Ability to juggle a multitude of campaigns and have a sharp eye for detail.
Decisive nature with strong problem-solving skills.
Good motivator, skilled at giving immediate and honest specific praise.
Experience of managing junior to mid-level members of a team.
Knowledgeable about trends in media research, media landscape and how translate into new opportunities.
Effective negotiator and trader, adept at closing sales and increasing profits.

This role will be based out of our client's offices in Birmingham 4 days per week. They are offering a competitive salary and a clear progression path within the business.

For more information on the role, please contact Steve Smaylen on (phone number removed).

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