Account Director - Enterprise Agency

GWI

$120K — $130K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience selling market research or consumer audience data in an ad agency role.
  • Strong storytelling skills using data to highlight value propositions.
  • Proficient in time management and organization.
  • Experience with Salesforce or other CRM tools.
  • Proven track record in understanding the sales cycle and generating results.
  • Ability to identify new business opportunities independently.
  • Quickly build trust and establish credibility with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Own the revenue cycle for existing Tier 1 agency accounts, focusing on renewal and upselling.
  • Identify and develop new business opportunities within the account structure.
  • Present GWI's product offerings passionately and convincingly.
  • Collaborate with team members, bringing innovative ideas to the table.
  • Adapt to a fast-paced, changing work environment.
  • Support the overall commercial growth goals through creativity and strategy.

Benefits

  • 23 days of annual leave, plus paid sick days and holiday office closures.
  • Top-tier health cover including dental, vision, and mental health support.
  • 401(k) matching program and performance rewards.
  • Flexible hours, early Fridays, and remote working options.
  • Enhanced parental leave and carer days for family needs.
  • Access to accredited professional development programs and career growth opportunities.
  • Community engagement through DE&I initiatives and volunteer days, including donation matching.
Full Job Description
Weekly office requirement: 3 days per week
Employment type: permanent
Seniority level: mid-senior/director level
Salary Range:$120,000 to $130,000k DOE and commission plan
Language: All stages of the recruitment process will be conducted in English

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

As our Account Director, you'll:

own GWI's relationship with some of the top network agencies in the world, such as WPP, Stagwell, and Havas. Our ideal candidate will excel at relationship-driven opportunities, have proven sales experience with market research tools and data, and come with their own network of well-earned industry contacts.

A few things you'll be responsible for:

Own the entire revenue cycle with existing Tier 1 agency accounts - everything from renewal to upsell and expansion

Identify new business opportunities within the account structure and execute well-planned, creative strategies to achieve both short-term and long-term commercial growth goals

Enthusiastically present GWI product offerings with your own personal conviction and style

Collaborate well within a team-oriented environment - bring fresh thinking and new ideas to your team and senior leaders at GWI.

It's also fun; shaking things up is what working for GWI is all about. You'll need to be flexible, comfortable with continuous change, and working in a high-tempo environment.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. Here's what the team will be looking for in you:

Technical

Bring demonstrated experience selling market research or working with consumer audience data in an ad agency role

Strong data-driven storytelling skills that can showcase GWI's value propositions

Effective time management and organizational abilities

Experience using Salesforce or other CRM tools

Competencies
Able to think strategically and translate big ideas into measurable results.

Detailed understanding of the sales cycle with a proven track record of success

Ability to identify and pursue new business opportunities independently.

Ability to build trust quickly and establish credibility with senior stakeholders

Equally important is attitude. We want people who think big (to make an impact), ask why (to find a better way), and show respect (to everyone, at every level, all the time). Those are our values, and they're a big part of what we're looking for in you.

Why Join Us

Work with the world's most influential agencies - WPP, Stagwell, Havas and more - with the data to back every conversation
A seat at the table with senior stakeholders from day one, backed by data that gives you a genuine edge in every conversation
Clear commercial ownership - you'll see the direct impact of your work on revenue, not just contribute to someone else's number
The scope to build something - this isn't account maintenance, it's a genuine opportunity to expand and shape a portfolio

What We Offer
At GWI, you'll find meaningful work, visible impact, and a culture that empowers you to do your best. Our package includes:
  • Time to recharge - 23 days' annual leave, paid sick days, and office closures over the holidays.
  • Health & wellbeing - Top-tier health cover with dental & vision, plus mental health and wellness support.
  • Financial benefits - Great pay, 401(k) matching via Voya, and rewards that recognise your impact.
  • Flexibility & balance - Flexitime, early Friday finishes, and work-from-anywhere freedom.
  • Family first - Enhanced parental leave and carer days for when life needs you most.
  • Career growth - Accredited learning, development programs, and space to grow your future.
  • Community & impact - DE&I initiatives, volunteer days, and 100% donation matching.
Put all that together and GWI is the friendliest, most fulfilling place any of us has ever worked.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Diversity is fundamental to who we are-as a data company and as a workplace. Our data reflects global realities, and so must our teams. We strive to build a workforce as diverse and inclusive as the insights we deliver.

As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates and are committed to making adjustments throughout the hiring process-whether that's extra time, materials in advance or a different format, breaks, an adjusted interview format, assistive tools, or flexible scheduling. We're happy to discuss whatever would work best for you.

We actively encourage applications from underrepresented and marginalised communities.

At GWI, you'll find a place to contribute meaningfully, grow professionally, and belong fully.

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