About MINDSHARE
We are a global media agency network of 10,000 people across 86 countries united by our desire to drive good growth for our clients. A global family with diverse opinions, cultures, and passions. We are a truly global family that helps each other to achieve success and together with our clients use the power of media to change the world.
We are a part of GroupM, WPP’s global media investment management company.
Position
We’re on the hunt for a dynamic Account Director to join our team at Mindshare. This senior role involves managing a portfolio of high-profile multinational and local brands, focusing on their communications planning and media campaign implementation. You’ll need a comprehensive understanding of the ever-evolving media landscape and a knack for driving client success by translating their needs into clear direction and leadership. Additionally, you’ll play a key role in managing and developing our team, ensuring we continue to deliver top-notch service to our clients.
Sound like your kind of challenge? Keep reading!
Reports to Head of Client Leadership
Based in Lisbon, Portugal
Period Full Time (Hybrid)
Start date May 2024
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain regular contact with clients within your portfolio, nurturing relationships.
- Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships and upsell additional services.
- Develop clear commercial plans and forecasts, outlining growth areas and timelines.
- Participate in business development actions by creating compelling proposals, pitches, and presentations.
- Foster close relationships with main stakeholders, particularly media partners.
- Lead and inspire a team of account managers and specialists to achieve exceptional client satisfaction and campaign performance.
- Provide guidance and direction in day-to-day business challenges, ensuring team effectiveness and a healthy work environment.
- Promote constant optimization of internal processes within direct and cross-functional teams, implementing required actions.
- Ensure team understanding and 100% compliance with Mindshare finance process policies and procedures.
- Adapt to rapidly changing events and environments while accurately judging priorities and keeping track of details.
Requirements:
- Minimum 4 years of successful experience working as a Client Director in an agency.
- Comprehensive understanding of both digital and traditional media channels, with an innovative drive.
- Good understanding of business principles, financial and commercial terms.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex negotiation processes.
- Proven leadership skills and experience in team management.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- English is a mandatory language, Spanish is valued.
If you’re ready to make an impact and take the next step in your career, apply today! We can’t wait to meet you.