Account Director - CDD de 8 mois - F/H
WPP Media is seeking an experienced Account Director for an 8-month fixed-term contract in Paris, France, to cover a maternity leave. This role offers the opportunity to work with prestigious luxury brands and high-end watchmakers within a dynamic and autonomous environment.
The Account Director will serve as the primary point of contact for clients, managing relationships and strategies across various luxury houses. Responsibilities include overseeing eight ultra-luxury and ready-to-wear watch brands, leading weekly client meetings, and ensuring exceptional client service that balances satisfaction with project profitability. The role also involves interacting with senior client stakeholders and maintaining high standards of service.
Key duties encompass independently developing and drafting annual communication strategies, managing multiple campaigns simultaneously within budget constraints, and ensuring the quality and relevance of deliverables. The Account Director will coordinate projects from conception to delivery, conduct in-depth competitive analyses, and provide strategic recommendations to clients. Additionally, the role includes supervising daily operations for primary brands and taking a more hands-on approach with smaller brands.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years' experience in an agency or client-side role, with a strong background in project management or account management. A deep understanding of the luxury sector is highly desirable, along with the ability to articulate media-related viewpoints effectively. Proficiency in English is essential for interacting with international clients. Familiarity with tools and processes specific to the Richemont group is advantageous. The candidate should demonstrate agility, organization, autonomy, leadership, excellent interpersonal skills, and strategic analytical abilities.
WPP Media offers a supportive work environment with benefits such as up to two days of remote work per week, additional rest days, support for employees with endometriosis, and specific accommodations for employees with disabilities. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, valuing all candidates regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, or religion.