Account Director – Financial Services

I am working with a global Financial Services brand based in Cardiff who are looking for an experienced Account Director.

You will require 4+ years proven experience leading accounts, financial control of accounts, creative briefings and line management of teams.

The position is offering hybrid working (on-site in Cardiff/ working from home) and would suit someone looking for a role working 4 days per week.

Key Responsibilities

Work directly with the client and be responsible for brand guardianship on their projects
Take financial control of accounts, including forecasting and providing regular reports etc.
Be accountable for the delivery of growth targets for the account
Manage the execution of projects and the in-house creative team across print, digital and integrated campaigns
Run team reviews, one 2 one’s and regularly liaise with account and project managers

Key Requirements

Excellent client engagement skills with the ability to proactively organise and influence clients and build strong and effective working relationships
Excellent account leadership skills with a developed financial and commercial expertise
First-rate communications skills
Understanding of how to integrate with a client-side team whilst maintaining a top tier agency service
Highly creative with the ability to generate ideas and practically contribute to studio output
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other related software