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Business Director

Egypt

Who We Are:

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

What we're looking for:

We are seeking an experienced Account Director to join our dynamic and innovative team at VML Cairo.
As an Account Director, you will provide strategic direction and support clients in driving short term sales and building long term brand value

What you'll do:

Take responsibility and exercise overall quality control over the accounts
Build and maintain internal processes and relationships in order to get things done in the most time and cost-efficient way for your client
Provide strategic direction and ensure successful implementation of client objectives
Understand client's business and generate new ideas to enhance client development
Work closely with clients to uncover business needs and objectives, set strategies with the Business Director, decide how they will be implemented and ensure execution
Check progress against objectives and take action when necessary
Look for opportunities, anticipate openings for initiatives and plan for the unexpected
Build and grow good relationships with clients based on trust, credibility and professional respect
Effectively manage the account team by fostering a constructive work environment and teamwork and building initiatives when needed
Train and motivate the account team members by developing their abilities
Take full responsibility of the financial upkeep of the account by ensuring the account runs efficiently and undertaking financial negotiations for client fees.
Act as a strategic partner of the account's planner by thinking outside the box and bringing insightful and relevant info to the development.
Regularly report to the BD in order to keep them sufficiently updated and informed on the daily operations of the account
Understand customer requirements and needs to offer suitable solutions and generate new business
Ensure the timely delivery of services and products to clients
Resolve issues to maintain and strengthen customer trust
Read reports of subordinates and communicate overall quarterly/annual progress to senior management and external stakeholders

What you'll need:

BS/BA in marketing or advertising specialization
Min 6 years' experience in Account Management within an agency
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office
Project management Skills
Time management Skills
Presentation and writing skills
Ability to judge creative and comment effectively
Attention to detail
Communication skills
Flexibility and problem-solving skills
Resourceful in finding information
Creative mind
Understanding and appreciation of great advertising – good creative judgment
General awareness of society and interest in brands
Entrepreneurial spirit
Team player
Eager - willing to pitch-in on anything
Demonstrable experience in negotiation and meeting client requirements
Solid understanding of budgeting and reporting on progress
Travel upon request

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