Digital Account Director

Group M Worldwide Inc.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job description

Digital Account Director

Location: Leeds

About the Role
We’re looking for a Digital Account Director to join our dynamic team in Leeds. In this role, you’ll lead digital strategy development for top-tier global clients. You’ll work closely with senior leaders and specialist digital teams to craft innovative, data-driven campaigns that deliver measurable business results.

This is an exciting opportunity to take charge of high-impact digital campaigns, mentor a talented team, and grow your career in a fast-paced, supportive environment. Experience in digital media planning and buying is essential. In-platform experience isn’t a must, but would be a bonus.

Why Join Us?

1. The Team: Work with a passionate, talented group eager to share knowledge and support your development.
2. The Work: Every day is different, with new challenges, exciting campaigns, and opportunities to push boundaries.
3. Development: Benefit from industry-leading learning programs, mentorship, and hands-on experience with high-profile campaigns.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the development of data-driven digital strategies alongside senior leadership.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, ensuring digital campaigns align with overarching strategy, deliver objectives and exceed expectations.
• Oversee the financial management of client accounts, ensuring campaigns stay on budget and on objective.
• Manage and mentor a growing team, helping junior members develop their digital expertise.
• Stay ahead of digital trends and innovations, using insights to continuously improve campaigns.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 4+ years of experience in digital account strategy, planning & management, with a deep understanding of digital media channels such as PPC, SEO, Paid Social, Display and Affiliates. ATL and eCommerce experience is a bonus.
• Client-Facing Skills: Strong relationship-building abilities with clients, providing strategic digital advice and delivering exceptional service.
• Leadership: Proven experience managing and mentoring teams, helping them grow and succeed.
• Curiosity: A passion for staying on top of digital marketing trends and innovations, with a desire to experiment and push boundaries.
• Analytical Mindset: Comfortable using data to shape strategy and demonstrate campaign effectiveness.
• Collaboration: Exceptional communication and teamwork skills, working with internal teams to deliver outstanding results.

Measures of Success

• 3 Months: Built strong client and team relationships, familiarized yourself with ongoing digital campaigns, and contributed valuable insights to strategy.
• 6 Months: Delivered effective, results-driven digital campaigns, demonstrated expertise in client businesses, and led your team with confidence.

About EssenceMediacom
We’re a global media agency breaking boundaries to drive exponential growth for brands. At EssenceMediacom, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We champion diversity, inclusion, and sustainability while fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. Join us and be part of a team where ideas thrive, and your career flourishes.

We welcome conversations about flexible working for all roles.