We’re looking for an experienced Account Director to lead major youth and brand marketing campaigns for some of the world’s best-known consumer brands. You’ll oversee integrated projects that blend experiential, digital, and social activation , helping connect brands with student and Gen Z audiences across the UK and Europe. You’ll guide a talented account team, shape client strategy, and play a hands-on role in driving creativity, delivery excellence, and account growth.
What You’ll Do Lead and grow client relationships, ensuring every campaign hits its strategic and creative objectives Manage multiple high-profile accounts, maintaining profitability and spotting opportunities for growth Mentor and develop account managers and executives, creating a culture of collaboration and accountability Oversee campaign delivery from briefing and creative development through to execution, reporting and optimisation Present confidently to clients — from proactive pitches and proposals to post-campaign evaluations Coordinate with finance to track spend, reconcile budgets and ensure projects remain commercially sound Collaborate with internal creative, production, and strategy teams to deliver best-in-class youth marketing campaigns Support new-business activity and help shape the agency’s future direction
What We’re Looking For~5+ years’ agency experience in marketing, experiential, or brand activation (consumer-focused preferred)~ Proven success leading integrated campaigns across live events, digital, and social channels~ Strong understanding of Gen Z culture , youth trends, and the student landscape~ Skilled at managing teams, nurturing talent, and building positive internal culture~ Confident presenter and relationship builder across client and supplier networks~ Highly organised, detail-driven, and commercially aware~ Creative mindset with the ability to blend strategic insight and innovative thinking~ Experience with music, festival, or nightlife campaigns is a plus
Why Join Us~ Competitive salary £55,000–£65,000 DOE~24 days’ annual leave + bank holidays~ Pension & performance-based bonus scheme~ Vitality Health cover~ New-business incentives and career-progression opportunities~ Summer & Christmas parties, agency away days, and team-building activities~ Discounts with partner brands and local businesses…