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Account Director

South Africa - JohannesburgFull-time2026-11-08 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead end-to-end delivery for global, multi-market client accounts, managing complex projects, budgets, and multidisciplinary teams across time zones.

Role type

Senior Account Director (Client Delivery)

Builds

Global production and content delivery systems for prestigious brands

Domain

Global Media Production & Client Services

Required skills

Global account management, multi-market project delivery, budget and financial management, stakeholder alignment, cross-functional team leadership, advertising regulation compliance, risk management, commercial acumen

Preferred skills

Integrated agency experience, production process knowledge (broadcast/digital/social), senior client relationship building, AI tool proficiency, JIRA/Smartsheet/Miro

Responsibilities

Serve as day-to-day lead for global Client Delivery; ensure client satisfaction and escalate concerns; manage timelines, scope, and expectations; provide status updates across time zones; lead medium-to-complex projects; manage objectives, budgets, and profitability; maintain risk registers and reporting; liaise with clients and suppliers for briefs and regulatory compliance; create a culture of collaboration and team development.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities