Account Director

What's the role about?

Experienced Account/Client Director

Are you a dynamic, results-driven leader with a strong background in FMCG, sport, fashion, or apparel?

Do you have experience managing high-performing teams across international markets and driving growth for some of the world’s most well-known brands?

If so, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!

Location: South UK Base – Frequent visits at our Winnersh Head Office

REL is seeking a highly skilled Account Director/Client Director to join our team on a Fixed-Term Contract until December 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of key client relationships, lead cross-functional teams, and drive success in a fast-paced, high-performance environment with a leading global sports brand.

Key Responsibilities:

• Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary liaison between the EU central team, product teams, external agencies, and key clients. Drive engagement through regular reviews and strategic touchpoints.
• Team Leadership: Lead and develop a high-performing team of Product Trainers and Retail Ambassadors across the UK and Europe, ensuring they consistently meet business goals and client expectations.
• Financial Management: Oversee budgets, ensuring the team remains on track and delivers results within financial parameters. Monitor and report on P&L, maximizing profitability while staying within budget.
• Strategic Development: Drive business growth through innovative recruitment strategies, operational efficiencies, and the delivery of tailored training solutions. Work closely with key clients to ensure that training and operational processes align with broader business objectives.
• Market Expansion: Leverage your experience managing international markets to shape strategies that meet the diverse needs of the regions, ensuring cultural and market considerations are taken into account.
• Client Relationship Building: Cultivate strong, long-lasting relationships with key stakeholders, driving strategic initiatives and maintaining open communication channels to foster ongoing success.

What We're Looking For:

• Industry Expertise: A strong background in the sport, fashion, or apparel sectors. Experience with leading global brands in these industries would be ideal, but we welcome applicants with a deep understanding of the market.
• International Experience: Experience managing teams across multiple international markets, with the ability to adapt strategies and drive performance in diverse regions.
• Training and Development: Experience in product training or business analysis, ideally with relevant qualifications or a proven track record in training and development.
• Leadership & Management: Proven experience in leading high-performing teams, driving business results, and overseeing financial performance (P&L management).
• Strategic Mindset: Ability to look at the client’s needs with fresh eyes, constantly finding new ways to enhance communication and overall business outcomes.
• Results-Oriented: A proactive, can-do attitude, with a strong focus on delivering measurable results on time and on budget.

What’s In It For You:

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: A rewarding compensation package with annual bonus opportunities and travel expense claims (mileage or public transport).
• Exciting Career Path: Fixed-term contract through 2025 with potential future opportunities based on performance and business needs.
• Dynamic Team Environment: Work alongside a talented and passionate team in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a significant impact, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to join a team that thrives on growth, collaboration, and high performance.

Start Date: ASAP

Ideal Location: South of the UK

Please note that some European travel may be required for this role.

More about us...

At REL Field Marketing, our goal is simple: to earn the love of our colleagues and be the go-to choice for our customers. We are dedicated to empowering talented and driven individuals with the tools and skills they need to excel and succeed in a dynamic sales environment. We believe in fostering a supportive and growth-oriented culture where everyone can achieve outstanding results and reach their full potential.

We are proud to have been accredited as one of UK's & Europe’s Best Workplaces by Great Place to Work every year since 2015, as well as UK’s Best Workplaces for Women since 2018 and UK’s Best Workplaces for Wellbeing since 2022. 2023 brought a new award: UK’s Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services.

We are the most recognised agency within our industry; we have won multiple FMBE awards (our industry awards) for the work we complete on behalf of our customers. We hold more Agency of the Year titles than any other agency! 2023 REL won a fantastic award for Happiest Workplace by WorkL. This speaks volumes about us and, most importantly, our employees - but don’t just take our word for it, check us out on Glassdoor!

REL are dedicated to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone can feel comfortable being themselves and flourishing in their roles. While we're always striving to do better, we're actively working to enhance our support for diversity within our company and the communities we serve. If you're searching for a company that celebrates individuality and values your uniqueness, your search ends here. Join us today and be part of a team where you're accepted just the way you are! Apply now!