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Account Director

  • Location: London
  • Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annum
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted 13 days ago

  • Sector: marketing & communications
  • Type: hybrid
  • Contact: Jazz Little
  • Contact Email: jazz.little@handle.co.uk
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Expiry Date: 25 October 2025
  • Job Ref: BBBH112629

Handle Recruitment are representing a global entertainment and sports agency seeking an Account Director specialising in basketball partnerships.

Salary: £60,000-£65,000 (dependent on experience)
Location: Hammersmith - 3 days in office

About Our Client:
Our client is a leading global agency with expertise across live and filmed entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship, endorsements, media finance, fashion, brand management, product licensing, and philanthropy. Known for a collaborative culture and exceptional client service, it combines global scale with a small-agency feel that encourages teamwork, ambition, and entrepreneurial spirit.


The Role:
They are looking for a talented Account Director to join their Brand Consulting team and manage a key client's international partnership portfolio. This role is ideal for a senior marketing professional experienced in developing and activating 360° sponsorship campaigns across digital, experiential, content, and communications. Working alongside a Vice President, you will advise the client on maximising rights and assets to deliver real impact.


Responsibilities:

  • Act as a trusted advisor to the client alongside the VP.

  • Develop strategies that maximise partnership rights and align with brand objectives.

  • Lead day-to-day account operations, including team management, reporting, and budgeting.

  • Build strong relationships with clients, rights holders, and suppliers.

  • Support campaign creative, positioning, and channel strategies based on audience insights.

  • Manage activations from ideation to execution across digital, experiential, and content channels.

  • Oversee events, talent appearances, and VIP experiences.

  • Track KPIs and campaign effectiveness to demonstrate ROI.

  • Keep up with trends in sport, technology, and Web3.

  • Support networking and business development as needed.

Requirements:

  • Significant agency or in-house experience at a client/campaign lead level.

  • Background in basketball partnerships is essential.

  • Proven expertise in campaign strategy, communications, asset development, and event management.

  • Strong experience in digital and social media marketing, including global campaigns.

  • Experience working with international markets preferred.

  • Excellent client servicing, account handling, and project management skills.

  • People management experience leading multiple team members.

  • Organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

  • Creative, independent, and collaborative with innovative thinking.

  • Confident in presentations and communications with strong attention to detail.


Apply below today if you have the relevant experience and want to hear more!!


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