Associate Director - Account Management

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Bangalore, Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka, IND
In-Office
1M-1M Annually
Entry level
AdTech • Marketing Tech
The Role
Lead key client accounts and manage account management professionals within a mainline advertising agency. Build strategic client relationships, oversee integrated ATL and digital campaigns, drive account growth, revenue generation, and new business development. Coordinate internal creative, strategy, planning, and project teams to deliver campaigns on time and within budget. Mentor team members, manage senior stakeholders, and ensure high-quality client outcomes.
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Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced Director – Account Management to lead a portfolio of key clients and manage a team of client servicing professionals. The ideal candidate will have strong Mainline advertising experience with exposure to Digital, excellent client relationship skills, and a proven track record in business development and revenue generation.


Location: Bengaluru

CTC Offered: 10 LPA


Key Accountabilities

  • Lead a cluster of key clients and manage a team of Account Management/Client Servicing professionals.
  • Build and nurture long-term strategic relationships with clients and act as a trusted business partner.
  • Drive end-to-end execution of integrated campaigns, from ideation and planning to delivery.
  • Lead Mainline/ATL campaigns across TV, Print, OOH and other relevant platforms, along with Digital exposure.
  • Understand client objectives and translate them into effective creative and communication solutions.
  • Coordinate with Creative, Studio, Strategy, Planning, Project Management and other internal teams to ensure seamless delivery.
  • Track campaign performance and provide regular updates and insights to clients.
  • Identify business opportunities within existing accounts and drive revenue and profitability.
  • Own and lead New Business Development (NBD) initiatives and pitches.
  • Map client organizations, identify key stakeholders and develop strong senior-level relationships.
  • Ensure projects are delivered within timelines, budgets and quality expectations, while consistently exceeding client expectations.
  • Mentor and develop the account management team.

Professional Skills:

  • Proven experience in Account Management/Client Servicing within a reputed Mainline Advertising Agency.
  • Strong experience across Mainline + Digital/Integrated campaigns.
  • Demonstrated experience in New Business Development, revenue generation and account growth.
  • Strong client relationship management and stakeholder management skills.
  • Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation abilities.
  • Strong leadership and people-management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple accounts/projects in a fast-paced environment and deliver within tight deadlines.

 

Working with us

 

Joining dentsu international, you’ll join a team of 66,000 people. It’s an opportunity to produce career-defining work. Along the way, you’ll team up with inspiring colleagues and encounter a richness of clients, cultures, and experiences. We offer exciting challenges, memorable experiences, and opportunities to shape your future. 


Interested candidates can apply by uploading their updated CV and completing the questionnaire with details of their Expected CTC and Notice Period.


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Location:

Bangalore

Brand:

Dentsu Creative

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent

Skills Required

  • Experience in account management or client servicing within a reputed mainline advertising agency
  • Experience across mainline and digital or integrated campaigns
  • Experience in new business development, revenue generation, and account growth
  • Client relationship management and stakeholder management skills
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation abilities
  • Leadership and people-management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple accounts or projects in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines

dentsu Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about dentsu and has not been reviewed or approved by dentsu.

  • Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave at full pay and caregiver supports (including backup care) are emphasized as standout elements. Feedback suggests family-oriented benefits are a strong part of the package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible or unlimited PTO, extensive paid holidays, and a year-end office closure are established components. Feedback suggests time-off policies are generous and add meaningful flexibility.
  • Retirement Support — A large, established 401(k) plan with employer matching is clearly documented. Feedback suggests retirement benefits feel competitive and straightforward.

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