Group Account Director

With more than 150 years of industry-leading experience, the businesses of SGS & Co and SGK are uniting to form SGX—a powerful force in innovative packaging production. Building on the legacy of trusted service since 1947 and 1953, SGX will deliver the full suite of packaging graphics, plate and cylinder production, and metal deco services to brand owners, retailers, and printers—all with a focus on reducing complexity, delivering flawless in-market execution, and leveraging global reach to drive consistency and impact at scale.

Position Summary

Are you a strategic powerhouse with a passion for client success and team leadership? We're seeking a dynamic Group Account Director to drive commercial growth, elevate client relationships, and lead high-performing teams within a fast-paced, global agency environment.

In this pivotal role, you'll shape service offerings, define pricing strategies, and spearhead business development initiatives. You'll be the trusted partner for key clients, ensuring excellence across project delivery, financial performance, and satisfaction. Internally, you'll mentor and motivate teams, optimize operations, and collaborate with senior leadership to drive agency-wide impact.

Location - Istanbul, Turkey

Essential Responsibilities

• Define and evolve service offerings, pricing models, and go-to-market strategies
• Lead key client relationships, ensuring satisfaction, growth, and profitability
• Oversee project delivery, timelines, and financial accuracy across global accounts
• Mentor and manage project leads, driving team performance and engagement
• Collaborate with senior leadership on business planning and reporting
• Represent the agency at industry events, client meetings, and global forums

Educational & Experience Minimum Requirements

• 8–10+ years in agency or brand management (FMCG/packaging a plus)
• Proven success in business development, pricing, and client growth
• Strong leadership and performance management skills
• Expertise in CRM, project tracking, and global collaboration tools
• Analytical mindset with a proactive, detail-driven approach

Propelis, is a go-to-market ecosystem that enables marketers to move their brands forward with greater speed, clarity, and confidence. Our broad range of integrated solutions include brand creative, packaging, print solutions, branded environments, and content production. Services are delivered through our family of brands: SGX, Marks, Equator, Collide, and 5Flow. With a combined legacy spanning more than 150 years, Propelis commences operations with 10,000 employees in 30+ countries, nearly $1 billion in annual sales, and a diverse client base of over 2,000 leading companies.