Account Director
Publicis Groupe
Date: 5 days ago
City: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Contract type: Full time

Overview
The Account Director will serve as the primary liaison between clients, partner agencies, and internal teams to drive the successful execution of day-to-day projects. This role requires strong collaboration, relationship-building, and management skills to ensure that all project deliverables are aligned with client expectations and brand standards.
Responsibilities
Client and Partner Communication:
Additional information
The Account Director will serve as the primary liaison between clients, partner agencies, and internal teams to drive the successful execution of day-to-day projects. This role requires strong collaboration, relationship-building, and management skills to ensure that all project deliverables are aligned with client expectations and brand standards.
Responsibilities
Client and Partner Communication:
- Act as the main point of contact for clients and partner agencies in managing day-to-day project execution.
- Facilitate effective communication, ensuring that all parties are kept informed of project updates, timelines, and deliverables.
- Gather and relay client feedback to ensure all needs and expectations are met.
- Set and manage client and partner expectations, establishing clear objectives and deliverables for each project.
- Develop comprehensive project plans and timelines, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned and informed.
- Proactively address any changes or issues, maintaining transparency with clients and partners.
- Work closely with creative, production, clients, and partner agencies to ensure smooth project execution.
- Collaborate on developing innovative solutions that meet project requirements and enhance client satisfaction.
- Facilitate brainstorming sessions and meetings to align creative and strategic directions.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with all client and agency stakeholders.
- Engage in regular touchpoints with clients to understand their evolving needs and business objectives.
- Build trust and credibility through consistent and reliable project management.
- Review content and creative outputs from the Studio to ensure they meet client expectations and adhere to brand guidelines.
- Maintain high standards of quality and consistency across all deliverables.
- Provide constructive feedback to creative teams for any necessary revisions or enhancements.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field.
- Proven experience in content management, financial planning, and brand management.
- Strong leadership skills with a strategic mindset and ability to communicate effectively.
- Excellent analytical skills and financial acumen.
- Proactive, forward-thinking approach with strong problem-solving capabilities.
Additional information
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
- Experience in client management, agency liaison, and project management.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills to facilitate collaboration across diverse teams.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with various stakeholders.
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