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Account Director​/Client Lead

Job in Reading, Berkshire, RG1, England, UK
Listing for: O'Neils Recruitment
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-01
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Account Manager, Client Relationship Manager
  • Marketing / Advertising / PR
    Account Manager, Client Relationship Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 75000 GBP Yearly GBP 75000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Account Director / Client Lead

Account Director / Account Lead – Field Marketing

Location:
Buckinghamshire (Hybrid working)

Salary:
Up to £75,000 + bonus + car allowance + benefits

The Opportunity

This is a standout opportunity for an experienced Account Director / Senior Account Manager ready to take ownership of a major field marketing programme within a fast‑paced, high‑performing agency environment.

You’ll lead the delivery of large‑scale, multi‑channel campaigns for a globally recognised brand, acting as the strategic partner and trusted advisor
—driving performance, innovation, and growth.

If you thrive in a role where you can influence strategy, inspire teams, and genuinely impact results in the field, this is your chance to step into a leadership role with real visibility and progression.

What You’ll Be Doing
  • Owning and developing senior client relationships, becoming the go‑to commercial lead
  • Leading field marketing programmes end‑to‑end, ensuring delivery against KPIs, ROI and commercial targets
  • Identifying and unlocking new business opportunities to grow the account
  • Leading, coaching and developing high‑performing teams to deliver exceptional results
  • Driving operational excellence across campaigns, from planning through to execution and evaluation
  • Managing budgets, forecasting and financial performance with a strong commercial mindset
  • Collaborating cross‑functionally with wider agency teams to deliver best‑in‑class solutions
  • Supporting and contributing to new business pitches, proposals and strategic growth initiatives
What We’re Looking For
  • Proven experience in Account Director / Senior Account Management within field marketing or experiential
  • Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering growth and hitting targets
  • Experience managing large field teams and complex campaign delivery
  • A confident, credible communicator who can influence at senior stakeholder level
  • A natural leader who can motivate, develop and retain top talent
  • Highly organised with strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills
  • Ideally, experience within FMCG or grocery sectors
What’s In It For You
  • Competitive salary + bonus + car allowance
  • Private medical, pension and flexible benefits
  • 26 days holiday (rising with service)
  • Hybrid working and strong work‑life balance
  • Clear progression opportunities within a growing business
  • A collaborative culture that genuinely invests in its people
Why This Role?

You won’t just be managing an account—you’ll be shaping its future. This is a role where your ideas are heard, your impact is visible, and your progression is actively supported.

Ready to Make Your Mark?

If you’re ready to step into a strategic leadership role in field marketing
, where you can drive results, lead teams and grow a major account—we want to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

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