GradBay

Account Director

Job Location

City of London, United Kingdom

Job Description

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

Location: City of London, London, GB

Posted Date: 10/18/2025
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October 18, 2025
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