Senior Account Director

Role Overview

Alchemist Marketing & Talent Solutions is seeking an accomplished, self-motivated, and results-driven Senior Account Director with 11+ years of experience to lead client growth and Account & Team Management. We are looking for an ambitious, creative leader with an energized personality - someone who excels at building authentic client relationships, steering account strategies, and mentoring cross-functional teams with high energy and passion.

Candidate Profile

• Full Ownership: Strong background in business development, high-stakes client management, and full P&L/operations management.
• Experience & Benchmark: 11+ years of progressive agency experience in account management and strategic leadership.
• Core Competencies: Outgoing, creative, and articulate people-person with strong team leadership capabilities, high self-motivation, and a clear hunger for continuous growth.
• Agency Background: Proven track record in top-tier advertising or marketing agencies managing large-scale brand accounts and complex campaign workflows.
• Domain Expertise: Deep familiarity with consumer journeys and strategic marketing nuances within the Luxury, Ultra-Luxury, and Real Estate sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Account Growth & Business Development: Spearhead client acquisition and organic growth strategies, with a strong emphasis on Real Estate and Luxury/Ultra-Luxury portfolios. Lead strategic pitch presentations and build long-term, C-suite client partnerships.
• Operational & Account Leadership: Oversee day-to-day account operations, workflow optimization, resource planning, and account profitability to ensure high-quality delivery and operational excellence.
• Integrated Campaign Strategy: Champion mainline advertising architecture (70% focus across ATL, Brand Positioning, Mass Media, and OOH) while seamlessly integrating 360-degree digital and experiential initiatives.
• Senior Stakeholder Management: Serve as a core strategic advisor to senior client decision-makers, guiding brand strategy, leading executive reviews, and resolving escalations.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Guide, inspire, and retain a high-performing team across Account Management, Strategy, and Creative, fostering a vibrant, output-driven team culture.