account director

GOamplify Agency

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 Job Title:
 
 Account Director
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Bahrain + Occasional Travel to KSA
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About GOamplify
 
 
 
 GOamplify is a results-driven, creative marketing agency based in Bahrain. We partner with leading brands across the region to build awareness, drive engagement, and deliver performance through high-impact content, social media management, and digital advertising. We are known for our client-first approach, modern creative output, and strong delivery standards across platforms.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Position Overview
 
 
 
 The Account Director is the senior client relationship lead within the Client Services department. Reporting to the Head of Client Services, this role oversees a portfolio of major accounts and manages a team of Account Managers and Account Executives to ensure exceptional delivery, strategic alignment, and long-term client satisfaction.
 
 
 
 
 
 Account Directors serve as trusted advisors to clients, ensuring contractual obligations are met, agency performance is upheld, and relationships are nurtured at senior levels. They excel at stakeholder management, guiding internal teams, ensuring operational excellence, and leading onboarding processes and presentations for new business opportunities.
 
 
 
 
 
 This role requires a strong commercial mindset, flexible work schedule, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to manage both teams and complex client portfolios - under pressure in a fast-paced agency environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 1. Client Leadership &amp; Senior Relationship Management
 
 
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 Serve as the senior point of contact for major accounts, ensuring communication, expectations, and delivery remain aligned.
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 Build and maintain strong, strategic client relationships across senior stakeholders.
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 Oversee the execution of contractual obligations, ensuring scope adherence and high-quality delivery.
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 Provide proactive counsel to clients, helping them navigate social media and digital marketing strategy.
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 Attend senior-level client meetings, quarterly reviews, and strategic planning sessions.
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 2. Team Leadership &amp; Oversight
 
 
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 Lead and mentor a team of Account Managers and Account Executives, ensuring clarity of responsibilities and excellence in delivery.
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 Oversee the full execution of workstreams managed by the client services team&mdash;content calendars, reporting, production coordination, and approvals.
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 Ensure Account Managers and Executives maintain high standards of communication, documentation, and client care.
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 Conduct performance check-ins, provide feedback, and support the professional development of team members.
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 3. Strategic Account Delivery &amp; Quality Assurance
 
 
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 Ensure that all client-facing outputs meet agency quality standards before submission.
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 Guide the development of monthly content calendars, campaign recommendations, and reporting insights.
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 Oversee production planning, shoot coordination, and live coverage requirements for key accounts.
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 Resolve issues swiftly by coordinating with Production, Design, Digital Marketing, and Media Buying teams.
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 4. Commercial Management &amp; Contractual Stewardship
 
 
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 Ensure that scopes of work are adhered to and manage conversations around scope expansions or contractual clarifications.
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 Identify risks to delivery and escalate appropriately to the Head of Client Services.
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 Support renewals and upsell opportunities through strategic recommendations and performance-driven insights.
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 Work with leadership to ensure account profitability and resource allocation remain balanced.
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 5. Client Onboarding &amp; New Business
 
 
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 Lead client onboarding sessions, workshops, and discovery meetings to establish strategic direction and internal workflows.
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 Participate in new business pitches, proposal presentations, and chemistry meetings as required.
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 Oversee transition of new accounts into steady-state servicing by Account Managers once stabilised.
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 Ensure all onboarding documentation, insights gathering, and expectation-setting processes are followed consistently.
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 6. Reporting, Insights &amp; Continuous Improvement
 
 
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 Oversee the preparation and presentation of monthly performance reports and strategic recommendations.
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 Identify patterns, opportunities, and challenges across accounts and drive process improvements with the Head of Client Services.
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 Support the rollout of client satisfaction surveys and follow-through on action plans (aligned with departmental KPIs).
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 Encourage a culture of accountability, best practices, and client-centricity across the team.
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 Qualifications
 
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 6+ years of experience in client servicing, account leadership, or digital/social media management within an agency environment.
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 Proven experience managing major accounts and leading teams.
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 Strong commercial understanding of scopes, contracts, and delivery obligations.
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 Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and presentation skills.
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 Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
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 Strong working knowledge of social media platforms, analytics, and digital marketing best practices.
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 Bilingual proficiency (English &amp; Arabic) preferred.
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 Experience with production coordination, content strategy, and campaign reporting is a strong advantage.
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 Reporting Structure
 
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 Reports to:
 
 Head of Client Services
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 Manages:
 
 Account Managers, Account Executives
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 Coordinates with:
 
 Production, Design, Digital Marketing, Media Buying, and Business Manager
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Account Director

Pareto People

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 On behalf of our client, a dynamic and rapidly expanding Marketing Activation Agency is seeking an Account Director to support their ongoing growth.
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 Client Partnership &amp; Communication
 
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 Serve as the go-to contact for assigned clients, nurturing strong, long-term relationships.
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 Understand client business objectives and translate them into actionable plans.
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 Own project timelines, briefs, feedback loops, and internal communication.
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 Manage client expectations and represent agency capabilities with clarity and confidence.
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 Campaign &amp; Project Oversight
 
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 Collaborate with strategy, creative, and content teams to develop campaigns and initiatives.
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 Ensure all deliverables &mdash; from social posts to full-scale brand campaigns &mdash; meet quality, timing, and strategic benchmarks.
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 Oversee approvals and revisions, ensuring client feedback is integrated smoothly and efficiently.
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 Revenue Growth &amp; New Business
 
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 Proactively identify opportunities to upsell and cross-sell agency services to existing clients.
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 Support in the preparation of proposals, pitches, and pricing for new projects and retainer expansions.
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 Contribute to client acquisition efforts through outreach, networking, and attending industry events.
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 Track and deliver against revenue and profitability targets across managed accounts.
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 Internal Collaboration
 
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 Work closely with the Strategy Director and Creative Director to align outputs with client objectives.
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 Facilitate seamless collaboration across departments including production, content, media buying, and analytics.
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 Anticipate roadblocks and proactively solve problems before they escalate.
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 Reporting &amp; Performance
 
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 Support reporting efforts in collaboration with the analyst or strategist.
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 Lead performance reviews and post-campaign debriefs with clients.
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 Identify upsell opportunities and support business growth initiatives.
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Specialized Pipe Technologies

The Account Director is a senior leader in the business, working to develop and champion advanced strategic projects, and pursue their implementation with a set of key clients. Please note, only candidates with rights to work and live in Australia will be considered for the role. RESPONSIBILITIES <ul> <li>Liaise with key clients on a day to day basis at a senior level, developing strong professional relationships.</li> <li>Develop client projects in line with business and channel objectives.</li> <li>Advise the business on high-level strategic direction, and channel and technology opportunities.</li> <li>Develop team skills and culture in line with business direction and client requirements, focusing on new channels and opportunities.</li> <li>Be an ambassador for Jack Nimble's values and culture.</li> <li>Lead key new business and cross-sell opportunities.</li> </ul> SKILLS <ul> <li>Highly-effective and confident client, stakeholder and staff management skills; including the ability to plan and host client and staff workshops, pitches and meetings.</li> <li>Strong experience working in inter-agency-teams, championing collaboration but also looking out for the best interests of Jack Nimble.</li> <li>Exceptional communication, interpersonal and multi-level leadership skills.</li> <li>An advanced ability to independently plan, strategise, and mobilise to achieve a project.</li> <li>A confident and considered approach to problem solving and project management.</li> <li>Full awareness of social channels and tactics with hands on skills in at least one discipline or channel.</li> <li>A thorough understanding of the production process.</li> <li>A natural talent for exploring and workshopping business objectives, using data and digital skills to develop project plans.</li> <li>Hands on skills in at least one discipline (social strategy, creative or content production), with a high level of working knowledge in all major social channels.</li> </ul> PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT WHAT TO EXPECT Continuous learning is a huge part of our workplace culture. We offer in-house training sessions to upskill your qualifications. The Account Director will work directly with our Business Partners and Senior Leaders. Through our in-house training and support, we also look beyond our company to aid our staff's professional development, with access and encouragement to attend industry events, workshops and paid external courses. We're looking to develop our team to be the next leaders in our industry, and in our business. Excellent opportunities to become a trusted partner within the company. We have a transparent direction for our business and clear pathways for all staff; supported by regular reviews, training courses and personal development plans. We value culture as a top priority. We know that we succeed by working collaboratively, drawing on our shared knowledge and growing together. Culture isn't just a set of behaviours, backgrounds, or interests - it's a growth mindset, no ego, and having an openness to learn, challenge, be challenged, and share ideas. We host regular social and sporting events, lunches and drinks. We love getting everyone together to celebrate our successes. We work hard and smart while providing flexible working hours for all team members. We offer remote workings, a pet friendly plant filled office with casual working areas, and fully stocked fridge. APPLICATION Sparro Digital Marketing Level 12, 35 Tumbalong Boulevard, Haymarket, NSW Australia

Lumanity

<div>Overview/About Lumanity:
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Lumanity is dedicated to improving health outcomes by accelerating and optimizing access to life-changing medicines. As a global strategic partner that brings together strategy, evidence, engagement, and technology, we were designed to engineer breakthrough value to tackle our clients&rsquo; toughest challenges by revolutionizing how value is generated, demonstrated, and communicated.</div>
Responsibilities / Position overview:
<div>The role of Account Director is responsible for overseeing the development, management, and direction of all aspects of various market access projects and clients. Must be a strategic thinker with a comprehensive understanding of the marketplace, the ability to define the short and long-term strategies to meet market access objectives and can build the need for development of proposed solutions/projects. Additionally, responsibilities include being prepared to function as the primary point for day-to-day client contact, managing various components and team members regarding timely and organized account planning, project management, budget oversight, and team coordination/communication throughout all phases of a project&rsquo;s workstream. Additionally, this role must master department and company standard operating procedures to ensure customer expectations are being met.</div><div>
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Essential Duties/Responsibilities</div><ul><li>
Contacts and meets with client to maintain/grow current relationships. Proposes ideas and new business projects to clients</li><li>
Works with internal teams to develop contracts, project estimates, budget proposals, and strategic initiatives for submission to client</li><li>
Contributes to the development of product strategy and implementation of communication plans</li><li>
Leads projects from planning to completion</li><li>
Delegates projects to junior account team members and provides oversight throughout critical phases of each project</li><li>
Consults with account leadership and other team members to optimize account success</li><li>
Develops and maintains strong relationships with client-related stakeholders (Marketing, Sales, Legal, Medical and Compliance)</li><li>
Oversees and directs project(s) through external vendors and internal departments as necessary, i.e., IT, Editorial, Graphics, and Art</li><li>
Ensures that progressive stages of projects are executed to meet deadlines, budget, and client expectations</li><li>
Manages junior account team members for enhanced professional development</li><li>
Acquires thorough knowledge of client&rsquo;s business (disease state, product, competitors, etc.) to proactively manage anticipated opportunities and challenges</li><li>
Monitors the marketplace continuously; providing updates to the client and internal team</li><li>
Maintains continuous learning to ensure thorough understanding of the healthcare landscape</li><li>
Potential to participate in new business development and support including research, presentation development, potential client engagement and meeting participation</li><li>
Potential to plan, organize, and participate in client pitch presentations</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in marketing, communications, health economics, advertising or related field</li><li>Minimum 5-7 years of experience in a fast-paced agency environment</li><li>Demonstrated experience and success in leadership of cross-functional agency teams</li><li>High motivation, good work ethic, maturity and personal initiative</li><li>Strong oral and written communication skills</li><li>Strong attention to detail</li><li>Fluency in Microsoft Office applications</li><li>Occasional travel may be required</li></ul>
Benefits:

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that focuses on what matters to you &ndash; health and well-being, personal finances, professional development, and a healthy work/life balance:<ul><li>
Competitive salary plus bonus scheme</li><li>
Medical, dental, and vision insurance options</li><li>
401(k) plan with employer match</li><li>
Generous amount of paid time off annually + paid holidays</li><li>
Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care</li><li>
Health Savings Account option with employer match</li><li>
Employee Assistance Program</li><li>
Paid short-term and long-term disability coverage and more</li></ul>
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Diligent

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 About Us
 
 
 
 Diligent is the AI leader in governance, risk and compliance (GRC) SaaS solutions, helping more than 1 million users and 700,000 board members to clarify risk and elevate governance. The Diligent One Platform gives practitioners, the C-Suite and the board a consolidated view of their entire GRC practice so they can more effectively manage risk, build greater resilience and make better decisions, faster.
 
 
 At Diligent, we're building the future with people who think boldly and move fast. Whether you're designing systems that leverage large language models or part of a team reimaging workflows with AI, you'll help us unlock entirely new ways of working and thinking. Curiosity is in our DNA, we look for individuals willing to ask the big questions and experiment fearlessly - those who embrace change not as a challenge, but as an opportunity. The future belongs to those who keep learning, and we are building it together. At Diligent, you&rsquo;re not just building the future - you&rsquo;re an agent of positive change, joining a global community on a mission to make an impact.
 
 
 Learn more at diligent.com or follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook
 
 
 
 Position Overview:
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re expanding our presence in the Middle East and are looking for a highly experienced, strategic Account Director based in Dubai. This is a senior individual contributor role for someone who thrives on high-impact, enterprise sales and enjoys taking full ownership of a portfolio of key accounts.
 
 
 As an Account Director, you will manage a portfolio of enterprise clients ($1B+), drive revenue growth, and oversee the full account lifecycle. You will work closely with internal teams to deliver exceptional results, acting as the primary strategic point of contact for your accounts. This role is perfect for a senior sales professional who thrives on autonomy, strategic problem-solving, and building strong client relationships.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
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 Drive Revenue Growth: Manage the full sales cycle for new and existing enterprise accounts, including complex, long-cycle deals.
 </li>
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 Own Your Accounts: Act as the primary strategic lead for your portfolio, managing stakeholders and coordinating internal resources to deliver results.
 </li>
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 Strategic Account Planning: Develop and execute account plans, expand relationships, and identify growth opportunities within your accounts.
 </li>
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 Solution-Oriented Selling: Proactively source new opportunities and creatively solve client challenges with tailored solutions.
 </li>
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 Insights &amp; Reporting: Provide actionable insights, analysis, and recommendations on your accounts to inform business decisions.
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 Market Expertise: Stay ahead of industry trends, understand the competitive landscape, and leverage insights to maintain a strategic advantage.
 
 
 
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 Required Experience &amp; Skills:
 
 
 
 
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 Experience: 10+ years in enterprise sales or account management, ideally in technology, GRC, or related sectors.
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 Strategic Thinker: Ability to navigate complex sales cycles and align solutions to client business objectives.
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 Relationship Builder: Skilled at engaging and influencing senior stakeholders across multiple levels.
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 Autonomous &amp; Self-Driven: Comfortable managing a portfolio independently, making decisions, and driving results.
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 Analytical &amp; Insightful: Able to deliver data-driven insights and actionable recommendations.
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 Proactive &amp; Outbound: Demonstrated success in sourcing new opportunities and building a strong pipeline.
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 Collaborative: Works effectively with internal teams while maintaining accountability for own accounts.
 
 
 
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 What Diligent Offers You
 
 
 
 
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 Creativity is ingrained in our culture. We are innovative collaborators by nature. We thrive in exploring how things can be differently both in our internal processes and to help our clients
 </li>
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 We care about our people. Diligent offers a flexible work environment, global days of service, comprehensive health benefits, meeting free days, generous time off policy and wellness programs to name a few
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 We have teams all over the world. We may be headquartered in New York City, but we have office hubs in Washington D.C., Vancouver, London, Galway, Budapest, Munich, Bengaluru, Singapore, and Sydney.
 </li>
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 Diversity is important to us. Growing, maintaining and promoting a diverse team is a top priority for us. We foster and encourage diversity through our Employee Resource Groups and provide access to resources and education to support the education of our team, facilitate dialogue, and foster understanding.
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 Diligent created the modern governance movement. Our world-changing idea is to empower leaders with the technology, insights and connections they need to drive greater impact and accountability &ndash; to lead with purpose. Our employees are passionate, smart, and creative people who not only want to help build the software company of the future, but who want to make the world a more sustainable, equitable and better place.
 
 
 Headquartered in New York, Diligent has offices in Washington D.C., London, Galway, Budapest, Vancouver, Bengaluru, Munich, Singapore and Sydney.  To foster strong collaboration and connection, this role will follow a hybrid work model. If you are within a commuting distance to one of our Diligent office locations, you will be expected to
 
 work onsite at least 50% of the time.
 
 We believe that in-person engagement helps drive innovation, teamwork, and a strong sense of community.
 
 
 We are a drug free workplace. Diligent is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status, protected veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Diligent's EEO Policy and Know Your Rights. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at recruitment@diligent.com.
 
 
 
 To all recruitment agencies:
 
 Diligent does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Diligent employees or any other organization location. Diligent is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
 
 
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We Are Social

<div>Who We Are
We are a global socially-led creative agency, with unrivalled social media and influencer marketing expertise. With over 1,200 people in four continents, we deliver a global perspective to our clients in a time when social media is shaping culture.
We're proud to be a multi award-winning agency, with Cannes Lions, One Show, Webby and Shorty Awards, to name but a few.
We Are Social, Middle East was born in 2010. We have built an integrated solution across media, creative &amp; technology, catered to the real-time marketing needs of brands looking to win in today&rsquo;s mobile-first, always-on world. Awarded as one of the most effective independent agencies in MENA by the Effies Index, we have also been recognised amongst the country&rsquo;s top performing businesses and included within the prestigious Dubai SME100 ranking.
As well as creating for clients, we help educate the wider industry. Our Instagram publication The Feed tracks culture at the speed of social. 6,500 people registered or tuned into our events last year, and our reports garnered more than 20 million views. We also produce industry renowned thought leadership such as our Global Digital Report and Think Forward.
The Opportunity
We are looking for an Account Director to join the team here at We Are Social, pushing the boundaries of social media advertising. As an Account Director, you&rsquo;ll work across every department to shape the social direction of our clients, push past tired marketing conventions, and champion bold, platform-native ideas. You&rsquo;ll live and breathe the brands you lead&mdash;driving social innovation and making sure the work gets the recognition it deserves both inside the agency and out.
You&rsquo;ll steer communication strategy, content development and community management, while actively owning and growing client relationships. This role sits at the heart of a fast-moving Client Services team, leading day-to-day delivery, guiding inter-agency projects, keeping a close eye on how your clients show up across online and offline media, developing your team, and taking the reins on any new business opportunities that come your way.
Requirements
What You&rsquo;ll Have Delivered Elsewhere 
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Provided strategic leadership that aligned with agency values, acting as a visible role model for AM/SAM/AE teams.</li>
<li>Delivered social-first expertise by translating platform knowledge and trends into standout creative solutions and guiding others to do the same.</li>
<li>Shared knowledge actively across local and global teams, contributing to capability development and raising the bar of social specialism.</li>
<li>Maintained accurate financial forecasting, scope ownership, and P&amp;L accountability across accounts and projects.</li>
<li>Navigated operations smoothly, working with Traffic/Ops to secure resources in advance and ensure workflow runs without friction.</li>
<li>Identified, shaped, and converted business development opportunities while protecting existing relationships and account health.</li>
<li>Built and maintained strong client and senior stakeholder relationships, influencing strategic direction and safeguarding delivery quality and revenue potential.</li>
</ul>
What Else Are We Looking For?<ul>
<li>
Led and motivated cross-functional client and internal teams to consistently deliver high-quality creative work and efficient ways of working.</li>
<li>Set clear expectations, communicated with confidence, and ensured teams delivered against them without constant oversight.</li>
<li>Managed and developed direct reports through structured processes, regular check-ins, clear goals, and career pathways.</li>
<li>Built strong team culture, driving collaboration, mutual respect, shared pride, and a healthy, connected working environment.</li>
<li>Demonstrated strong time-management in hybrid environments, balancing workloads, deadlines, and team coordination across locations.</li>
<li>Professional fluency in Arabic (written and spoken) is benefical but not essential for this role.</li>
</ul>
Benefits
Our Culture
We pay a lot of attention to building our culture and we&rsquo;re looking for people that will add value to We Are Social. We&rsquo;re interested in your passion projects, in what makes you tick, and what helps you get out of bed in the morning. We&rsquo;re looking for where you fit within our value framework: The Code: of working better together, focus, and going beyond the expected. You can explore more about what we bring to the table here.
At We Are Social, we&rsquo;ll give you the opportunity to work within a fast-paced, evolving team. You'll work across departments and work with new and existing clients. You&rsquo;ll be empowered to take on the responsibility to grow your role and build an enviable portfolio of experience. If you like working holistically in a creative-led agency working closely with the creative, technology and media teams to create incredible, thumb-stopping work - then we might just be the place for you.
Inclusion at every level is crucial to creative innovation and success, and we want to create a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We welcome and encourage talent from ALL backgrounds and are committed to creating a representative team that can deliver creative excellence. If you require any support, adjustments or accommodations for any reason whatsoever during the recruitment process, please let us know via recuitment@wearesocial.net</div>

<div><div>About Us

Diligent is the AI leader in governance, risk and compliance (GRC) SaaS solutions, helping more than 1 million users and 700,000 board members to clarify risk and elevate governance. The Diligent One Platform gives practitioners, the C-Suite and the board a consolidated view of their entire GRC practice so they can more effectively manage risk, build greater resilience and make better decisions, faster.
<div>
At Diligent, we're building the future with people who think boldly and move fast. Whether you're designing systems that leverage large language models or part of a team reimaging workflows with AI, you'll help us unlock entirely new ways of working and thinking. Curiosity is in our DNA, we look for individuals willing to ask the big questions and experiment fearlessly - those who embrace change not as a challenge, but as an opportunity. The future belongs to those who keep learning, and we are building it together. At Diligent, you're not just building the future - you're an agent of positive change, joining a global community on a mission to make an impact.</div>

Learn more at diligent.com or follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook</div> 


Position Overview: 
We're expanding our presence in the Middle East and are looking for a highly experienced, strategic Account Director based in Dubai. This is a senior individual contributor role for someone who thrives on high-impact, enterprise sales and enjoys taking full ownership of a portfolio of key accounts.

As an Account Director, you will manage a portfolio of enterprise clients ($1B+), drive revenue growth, and oversee the full account lifecycle. You will work closely with internal teams to deliver exceptional results, acting as the primary strategic point of contact for your accounts. This role is perfect for a senior sales professional who thrives on autonomy, strategic problem-solving, and building strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Drive Revenue Growth: Manage the full sales cycle for new and existing enterprise accounts, including complex, long-cycle deals.
</li>
<li>Own Your Accounts: Act as the primary strategic lead for your portfolio, managing stakeholders and coordinating internal resources to deliver results.
</li>
<li>Strategic Account Planning: Develop and execute account plans, expand relationships, and identify growth opportunities within your accounts.
</li>
<li>Solution-Oriented Selling: Proactively source new opportunities and creatively solve client challenges with tailored solutions.
</li>
<li>Insights &amp; Reporting: Provide actionable insights, analysis, and recommendations on your accounts to inform business decisions.
</li>
<li>Market Expertise: Stay ahead of industry trends, understand the competitive landscape, and leverage insights to maintain a strategic advantage.
</li>
</ul>Required Experience &amp; Skills:
<ul>
<li>Experience: 10+ years in enterprise sales or account management, ideally in technology, GRC, or related sectors.
</li>
<li>Strategic Thinker: Ability to navigate complex sales cycles and align solutions to client business objectives.
</li>
<li>Relationship Builder: Skilled at engaging and influencing senior stakeholders across multiple levels.
</li>
<li>Autonomous &amp; Self-Driven: Comfortable managing a portfolio independently, making decisions, and driving results.
</li>
<li>Analytical &amp; Insightful: Able to deliver data-driven insights and actionable recommendations.
</li>
<li>Proactive &amp; Outbound: Demonstrated success in sourcing new opportunities and building a strong pipeline.
</li>
<li>Collaborative: Works effectively with internal teams while maintaining accountability for own accounts.
</li>
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#LI-Hybrid</div>
<div>
What Diligent Offers You
<ul>
<li>Creativity is ingrained in our culture. We are innovative collaborators by nature. We thrive in exploring how things can be differently both in our internal processes and to help our clients</li>
<li>We care about our people. Diligent offers a flexible work environment, global days of service, comprehensive health benefits, meeting free days, generous time off policy and wellness programs to name a few</li>
<li>We have teams all over the world. We may be headquartered in New York City, but we have office hubs in Washington D.C., Vancouver, London, Galway, Budapest, Munich, Bengaluru, Singapore, and Sydney.</li>
<li>Diversity is important to us. Growing, maintaining and promoting a diverse team is a top priority for us. We foster and encourage diversity through our Employee Resource Groups and provide access to resources and education to support the education of our team, facilitate dialogue, and foster understanding.</li>
</ul>
Diligent created the modern governance movement. Our world-changing idea is to empower leaders with the technology, insights and connections they need to drive greater impact and accountability &ndash; to lead with purpose. Our employees are passionate, smart, and creative people who not only want to help build the software company of the future, but who want to make the world a more sustainable, equitable and better place.

Headquartered in New York, Diligent has offices in Washington D.C., London, Galway, Budapest, Vancouver, Bengaluru, Munich, Singapore and Sydney. To foster strong collaboration and connection, this role will follow a hybrid work model. If you are within a commuting distance to one of our Diligent office locations, you will be expected to work onsite at least 50% of the time. We believe that in-person engagement helps drive innovation, teamwork, and a strong sense of community. 


We are a drug free workplace. Diligent is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status, protected veteran status, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Diligent's EEO Policy and Know Your Rights. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at recruitment@diligent.com.

To all recruitment agencies: Diligent does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Diligent employees or any other organization location. Diligent is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.</div></div>

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