The Organisation

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A social-first creative agency built on the belief that brands must think differently and move fast to stay relevant. Small, ambitious and constantly evolving, the team lives and breathes social: creating bold, culturally attuned work for major consumer-facing brands.

While operating with a start-up mentality, the agenc ybenefits from the backing of a larger group, offering stability, infrastructure and opportunity without compromising entrepreneurial spirit.

The Opportunity

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This is a pivotal hire: a Senior Account Director who willact as a right hand to the Founder and play a central role in scaling the business. You will lead from the front - pitching, winning and growing client relationships - while shaping how the agency evolves.

The role requires confidence, commercial instinct and thehunger to build. You will thrive in a fast-moving environment where social is brave, immediate and always evolving.

Main Responsibilities

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• Lead and grow senior client relationships across major consumer brands
• Drive new business activity, from chemistry meetings to pitch delivery and conversion
• Shape strategic responses that reflect a deep understanding of social-first thinking
• Partner closely with the Founder to scale the agency sustainably and ambitiously
• Provide confident counsel to clients, reading the room and adapting approach accordingly
• Collaborate with creative and strategy teams to deliver standout, culturally relevant work
• Identify opportunities to expand accounts and increase revenue streams
• Lead the team and mentor juniors

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Skills & Experience

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• Proven experience at Account Director level and above within a social or integrated agency
• Strong track record of pitching, winning and growing accounts
• Commercially astute, with a hunger to scale a business and drive revenue
• Confident communicator who can influence senior stakeholders and energise a team
• Entrepreneurial mindset with comfort working in a small, fast-paced environment
• Deep understanding of social platforms, culture and emerging trends
• Resilient, adaptable and motivated by building something ambitious

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This is an opportunity for someone with a start-up mentality and a genuine appetite to help shape the next phase of growth - bringing energy, pace and ambition to a business that believes social should be brave and fast.

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To apply, please submit your CV via the link. For moreinformation, contact Tasmin at tasmin@ellwoodatfield.com.

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Our purpose is to create important and enduring relationships. We are an equal opportunities employer and promote diversity across our profession to ensure every individual has the opportunity to performat their best. If you have not done so already, please let us know if yourequire any support so we can make the right adjustments and considerations should they be required.

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