Account Director

We’ve got big plans for 2025 and beyond. Plans that need an experienced Account Director to play a critical role within the agency. As an Account Director, you will be a key strategic partner for our clients, ensuring the seamless delivery of projects that drive results. You will be responsible for leading a team, managing high-profile accounts, and fostering long-term relationships while championing creativity and strategic excellence.

The Position

Reporting to the Client Services Director, you’ll be a primary point of contact for a great mix of clients and responsible for developing and maintaining strong client relationships across key accounts. You’ll be able to manage projects with ease, think one step ahead and spot opportunities to grow and develop client spend.

Managing and overseeing multiple projects at once, organisation comes naturally to you, as does leading and mentoring junior team members to foster a culture of excellence. Collaborating with teams across the agency you navigate all aspects of project delivery with ease, drive innovative solutions and lead from the front with strategic direction and guidance.

You’ll be the beating heart of projects, strategically steering the agency to answer the brief and deliver excellent client service at all points of the client journey. You’ll perfectly balance the needs of the agency with the needs of our clients, keeping a firm eye on efficiency and profitability. A role that straddles creative flair, strategic oversight and organisational prowess. You’ll make sure all our projects are delivered on time, to budget and most importantly to the highest of standards.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience in an account leadership role within a creative, branding, or advertising agency.
• Commercial nous with the ability to manage project profitability and spot growth opportunities.
• A strong strategic thinker with the ability to translate business objectives into creative solutions.
• Exceptional client management skills, with the ability to build trust and influence stakeholders.
• Excellent project management skills, with a keen eye for detail and a proactive organised approach.
• Passion for branding, design, and creative storytelling.
• Strong leadership and team development abilities.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
• Collaborative approach to inspire and get the best results out of internal and external teams.
• A can do attitude with the ability to problem solve and think on your feet.

Essentials:

A full time position based in Leeds. Hybrid working with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office. Must be willing to travel when necessary

What’s in it for you:

• £45-52k dependent on experience
• Hybrid working
• Holiday allowance of 28 days plus UK Bank Holidays
• Company performance related bonus
• Social events
• 4.30pm finish on Friday
• Personal training & inspiration budget
• Personalised progression plan

Robot Food is a progressive and open minded meritocracy. We are committed to building an inclusive team that represents a variety of backgrounds, cultures, perspectives and skills. We believe in creating equal opportunities, welcoming and creating inclusive teams that celebrate differences, so that everyone can be themselves at work.