About the role

  • Account Director at Hearst UK, managing client services for iconic media brands like Cosmopolitan and Esquire. Overseeing high-impact campaigns and driving client development in various sectors.

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
  • 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

Requirements

  • 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

Benefits

  • 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

Job title

Account Director

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

Location requirements

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