About the role

Account Director managing high-impact campaigns for Hearst UK's premium media brands like Cosmopolitan and ELLE. Leading client relations and driving revenue growth across diverse agency networks.

Responsibilities

Act as the key point of contact for all commercial operations teams and queries, challenging the status quo internally and externally to drive efficiency, improve processes and ensure revenue and servicing expectations are met for both Hearst and clients.
Line management of an Account Manager, providing clear direction, coaching, and performance management to ensure high standards of client delivery and commercial outcomes.
Lead and co-ordinate cross-team collaboration to deliver strategic, innovative commercial responses across client verticals including Beauty & Luxury, Automotive Tech and Entertainment.
Identify and drive opportunities to diversify and grow revenue within your client patch, including developing brands new to the Hearst business, in close partnership with Sales and the wider Hearst ecosystem.
Analyse market behaviour, category trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities and inform proactive commercial recommendations.
Interrogate client briefs and lead the briefing of relevant teams to deliver the strongest possible response, from top-line budget feasibility through to fully integrated creative, media and production solutions.
Own campaign activation and delivery, acting as the primary client contact, and deliver clear performance communication and insightful post-campaign analysis to drive retention and future spend.

Strong written and verbal communication, with confidence presenting to senior stakeholders
A flexible, personable team player who builds relationships at all levels
Sharp commercial awareness with a strong sense of urgency
Excellent time management and prioritisation skills
A proactive, self-motivated mindset with a solutions-focused approach
Confidence navigating conflict and solving problems under pressure
Ability to deliver results in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment

Get adventurous with Good Housekeeping Taste and Beauty Testing Panels - yes, you could be trying the next big thing in beauty, food & drink.
Snag luxe beauty steals at our legendary office sample sales - score big on top brands without breaking the bank!
Stay healthy with Specsavers eye care, a company-funded Health Cash Plan, and access to mental health support.
Get active and stress-free with discounted gym memberships and the Cycle to Work scheme.
Embrace flexibility with a Location Flex and Holiday Exchange to take time when you need it.
Take time to give back with a Charity Day and access wellbeing resources whenever you need them.
Join one of our Hearst ERG Groups.
Plan ahead with a generous Workplace Pension, Income Protection, Life Assurance and Season Ticket Loan for easier commuting.
Make smarter money moves using Salary Finance tools, Financial Wellbeing sessions, and Home Tech benefits to spread costs.
Treat yourself with major discounts across London plus everyday savings via the HAPI at Hearst app