Senior Account Director

Description:

If you are a dynamic leader with an agency or rights holders background with a passion for sports, entertainment, and driving business growth, we want to hear from you. This is an initial 6-month contract with a view to become permanent, with opportunities for growth and development.

Our client is a premium sports and entertainment agency renowned for its global presence and innovative marketing solutions. With headquarters in London and operations spanning multiple international markets, and proudly partners with leading brands to deliver growth through the power of sport & entertainment marketing.

The Role

The expansion into the vibrant market of Saudi Arabia marks an exciting opportunity for a Senior Account Director to join our team and you will play a pivotal role in spearheading strategic initiatives for a market leading global brand from the Riyadh office.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead strategic planning and execution for defined projects, fostering strong client relationships and ensuring successful implementation.

- Provide expert counsel to senior-level clients, leveraging industry knowledge to drive impactful results.

- Manage financial aspects of the account, including budget tracking and negotiation of partnership contracts.

- Collaborate with global and regional teams to deliver comprehensive solutions and capitalize on growth opportunities.

- Demonstrate a proactive attitude and commitment to excellence in all aspects of the role.

Desired Skills & Experience:

- Confident execution of sponsorship activities and strategic counsel to senior-level clients.

- Experience in managing rights holder relationships and fluency in commercial rights and benefits.

- Strong financial acumen and negotiation skills.

- Ability to lead senior-level meetings and presentations with conviction.

- Positive attitude, proactive ownership, and ability to build strong relationships.