Account Director - Enterprise Agency

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 At GWI we’re always looking for extraordinary people who thrive on making an extraordinary impact. Right now we’re looking for an Account Director to play a key role in our Enterprise team in New York. If that’s you, and making a difference gets you out of bed in the morning, keep reading. It could be the start of something, well, extraordinary. 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 p…