Group Account Director

Executive LeadershipHybrid Remote, Istanbul, Turkey


Description

Position at GroupM

Responsibilities:
  • Lead the operational and delivery aspects of the account, managing client relationships and ensuring commitment to the Agency’s brand direction, strategy, recommendations, and execution,
  • Foster and embody the Agency’s values and vision both externally and internally, with a focus on driving business growth,
  • Guide and manage the marketing and communication team (Brand, Creative, PR, Social, and Media) to implement a customer-centric approach,
  • Build and maintain positive and collaborative relationships with all stakeholders, including the Head of Brand and other department heads,
  • Oversee the delivery of creative excellence throughout the customer journey,
  • Actively participate in Strategy Reviews, Financial Updates, and Brand Campaigns, providing ongoing support to the assigned team,
  • Drive integration and synergy across all capabilities to deliver high-standard, integrated communication solutions,
  • Inspire, mentor, and develop the team to enhance capability and competence,
  • Manage the communication budget and ensure optimal allocation,
  • Take overall responsibility for the development and management of communication streams,
  • Receive project briefs from clients, assess them, organize internal meetings and partner agency meetings, and assign tasks internally. Agree on timelines with both internal teams and clients,
  • Optimize budgets and speed to market to maximize return on investment,
  • Identify and implement improvements in organizational and developmental aspects related to content creation and distribution.
Qualifications
  • 10+ years of proven experience in client services,
  • Experience in managing global and local operating models and diverse stakeholder groups,
  • Proven ability to run large matrix teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously,
  • Capable of working under pressure, prioritizing tasks, multitasking, and managing processes from start to finish,
  • Demonstrates resilience and composure under pressure, with a proactive approach to overcoming challenges,
  • Strong leadership skills with a focus on motivating, coaching, and developing teams,
  • Hands-on team player with a willingness to engage directly with tasks and motivate teams from within,
  • Passionate about the latest marketing trends, innovations, and technology,
  • Good English skills in both writing and speaking.