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Group Account Director, Planning

Toronto, CanadaFull-time$120k–$140k2026-07-08 → 2026-10-22

Core

Senior Director leading a diverse portfolio of brands, acting as the primary client lead to build relationships, manage media strategy, and drive business growth.

Role type

Senior IC Group Account Director (Planning)

Builds

Integrated, multi-channel media plans and campaigns for client brands

Domain

Media & Advertising

Required skills

Client relationship management, media strategy development, team leadership, budgeting and forecasting, contract negotiation, data-driven decision making, storytelling, cross-channel campaign planning

Preferred skills

Thought leadership, innovation in media technologies, mentorship, working knowledge of syndicated tools (DDS, Prisma, DCM, DBM, Vividata)

Technologies

DDS, Prisma, DCM, DBM, Vividata, Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

Serve as primary client lead and strategic partner; Lead development and execution of media strategies; Manage client expectations and ensure retention; Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team; Own financial health of client accounts including budgeting and forecasting; Identify growth opportunities and drive new business initiatives; Negotiate contracts and media investments; Ensure flawless execution across digital, traditional, and emerging media platforms; Oversee performance tracking and optimization.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership