Accounts Director

Job description / Role

We are partnering with a fast-growing performance marketing startup founded by one of the most respected names in the Indian and UAE marketing industry.

Our client is looking for a dynamic Account Director Performance Marketing who can combine business generation with hands-on execution.

This role is ideal for someone entrepreneurial who enjoys building client relationships, driving revenue, and also getting directly involved in campaign delivery.

Key responsibilities

Business development & client leadership
Identify and convert new business opportunities in digital and performance marketing.
Build and manage strong client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact.
Develop proposals, media plans, and strategies tailored to client needs.
Drive revenue growth through upselling and cross-selling services.

Execution & performance marketing
Oversee campaign planning and execution across Google Ads, Meta, Programmatic, SEO/SEM, affiliates, etc.
Optimize performance and manage budgets to deliver maximum ROI.
Analyze data and prepare performance reports with actionable insights.
Stay updated with the latest tools, trends, and best practices in performance marketing.

Team & collaboration
Hire and mentor junior marketers and support capability development.
Contribute to building scalable processes and efficient execution models.

Requirements

8 years in performance marketing / digital marketing with at least 3 years in a leadership or account management role.
Proven track record in business development and managing large accounts.
Hands-on expertise with Google Ads, Meta Ads, SEO/SEM, Programmatic, and Analytics.
Strong presentation, communication, and client management skills.
Ability to balance sales leadership with execution ownership in a fast-paced startup environment.

Why this role

Join a startup backed by a leading figure in the marketing industry.
A role that uniquely combines sales and execution, offering wide exposure.
Direct collaboration with the leadership team.
High-growth environment with scope to innovate and build from the ground up.

Key skills

Fundraising, Management experience, Coaching, Analysis skills, Strategic planning, Team management, Budgeting, Leadership experience, Mentoring, Public speaking, Negotiation, Supervising experience

Employment type: Full time
Vacancy: 1