Senior Account Director

Calling all strategic visionaries and dynamic leaders! Are you fuelled by the thrill of driving growth and thrive in a fast–paced, creative environment? Brace yourself for an exhilarating opportunity to become our Senior Account Director.

As a trailblazing marketing agency in the healthcare industry, we're committed to achieving extraordinary results for our clients. Your role as the Senior Account Director will be pivotal in shaping our client's success by providing strategic direction and ensuring the triumph of large–scale accounts. With your unrivalled expertise and leadership, you'll spearhead profitability and growth, leaving an indelible mark on our agency's triumph.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Leadership and Strategy:

• Champion client accounts, forging unbreakable partnerships and nurturing exceptional relationships.
• Lead the charge from project kick–off to awe–inspiring campaign completion, ensuring timely and budget–friendly delivery that surpasses client expectations.
• Infuse creative and strategic genius into clients and our agency, propelling them towards peak performance.
• Create visionary annual account plans and proactively collaborate with clients to drive their long–term strategies.
• Cultivate exceptional client relationships, performing regular health checks and fearlessly tackling any challenges.
• Become a fountain of knowledge about the ever–evolving therapeutic landscape, enabling informed discussions and invaluable advice.

Financial Management:

• Inspire and mentor junior team members, igniting their financial management prowess.
• Ensuring the profitability and growth of client accounts through precise budgeting, vigilant monitoring of hours vs. budget, and a collaborative approach to addressing additional budget needs.
• Mastermind project timelines, expertly prioritize tasks, and ensure seamless alignment with planned schedules.
• Unveil key financial and team data to senior leadership, finance, and human resources departments.
• Detect resourcing challenges and identify recruitment needs for your accounts.
• Operate within airtight financial and project management processes, flawlessly adhering to company procedures.

Team and Resource Management:

• Command and mentor a team of awe–inspiring individuals, including Project Managers, Project Directors, and Account Directors.
• Provide unwavering guidance and support, ensuring the delivery of client work that exceeds expectations.
• Spotlight training needs and make stellar recommendations to the leadership team.
• Collaborate seamlessly with external service providers as required.
• Infuse the agency with your industry experience and expertise, fostering cross–account collaboration.

New Business Development:

• Forge proactive alliances with clients, unearthing untapped opportunities and fuelling business growth.
• Cultivate organic expansion within client organizations and through powerful referrals.
• Pioneer the development of new business pitches, seamlessly blending creative brilliance with commercial acumen.
• Back up Directors at credentials meetings and leverage your extensive network to uncover fresh business prospects.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated expertise in leading and managing large client accounts.
• Unmatched strategic thinking and problem–solving skills.
• An embodiment of extraordinary leadership abilities, capable of inspiring and motivating others.
• Superlative talent in client relationship management, leaving an unforgettable impact.
• Track record of driving business growth and masterfully leading new business pitches.
• Financial wizardry with a flair for budgeting and financial management.
• Exceptional project management skills with unwavering attention to detail.
• Proficiency in the codes of practice and legislation within the healthcare industry.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills that captivate and inspire.
• Thrives in a fast–paced, deadline–driven environment, always rising to the occasion.

If you're prepared to embark on a challenging and immensely rewarding journey as a Senior Account Director with a leading healthcare marketing agency, we're eager to hear from you. Join our passionate and talented team, where your expertise will wield unparalleled influence over our clients' success.