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Havas ParisJob Description :
Havas Paris is looking for an International Account Director (M/F).Join us!
INTERNATIONAL ACCOUNT DIRECTOR
BRAND CULTURE | HAVAS PARIS
What we do
At Havas Paris, we work with brands operating in complex, highly exposed and constantly evolving environments.
Brands for which culture, meaning and consistency truly matter — in France as well as internationally.
Within our Brand Culture & Advertising community, consulting sits at the crossroads of brand strategy, creative advertising and cultural and social dynamics.
The challenges are demanding, clients are highly involved, and expectations are high — strategically and creatively.
About the role
To strengthen the team, we’re looking for an International Account Director to join the team and work on high-stakes brand challenges, while helping shape long-term projects and client relationships.
Working closely with an Associate Director, you are fully involved in client relationships, strategic thinking and operational project leadership.
More specifically, you will:
- Work with french and/or international brands on positioning, brand culture and brand expression
- Contribute to the development of brand platforms, creative territories and communication strategies
- Lead complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, with a strong focus on quality and rigor
- Help structure client relationships, secure exchanges and move projects forward in sometimes demanding contexts
- Collaborate closely with the teams involved in each project
- Take part in business developments, from strategic recommendations to pitches and account growth
Depending on the projects, you may work on integrated brand expressions that include digital and social dimensions, always within a global brand coherence approach.
The profile
This role is for experienced agency professionals with a strong consulting mindset.
You are:
- Comfortable switching between strategic thinking and hands-on delivery
- Structured, detail-oriented and demanding when it comes to quality
- Able to thrive in fast-paced, international and highly visible environments
- Confident and diplomatic when dealing with senior, demanding clients
- Curious, committed, and genuinely interested in brands and culture
You have:
- 5 to 7 years of experience in a communication or advertising agency
- Experience working on brand strategy, campaigns and integrated communication projects
- An experience in developing international campaign and international coordination
- A strong understanding of social platforms and their cultural codes
- Fluent English, both written and spoken (mandatory)
- A desire to join a collective and contribute to ambitious, high-value projects
Why join us
- Work on high-impact brand challenges, in France and internationally
- Join a community where strategy and creativity go hand in hand
- Take on a meaningful role with real responsibilities and room to grow
- Be part of an agency where high standards, curiosity and brand culture truly matter
Position based in Puteaux (Havas Village) – permanent contract (CDI).
Occasional international travel depending on projects.
Havas Paris is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion.
Contract Type :
PermanentHere at Havas across the group we pride ourselves on being committed to offering equal opportunities to all potential employees and have zero tolerance for discrimination. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants irrespective of age, sex, race, ethnicity, disability and other factors that have no bearing on an individual’s ability to perform their job.
Skills Required
- 5 to 7 years of experience in a communication or advertising agency
- Experience working on brand strategy, campaigns and integrated communication projects
- Experience in developing international campaigns and international coordination
- Strong understanding of social platforms and their cultural codes
- Fluent English, both written and spoken
Havas Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Havas and has not been reviewed or approved by Havas.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off policies in several U.S. agencies are described as flexible or “unlimited,” with summer hours and strong recent PTO sentiment in parts of the network. This breadth is often cited as helping offset salary concerns for some teams.
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Parental & Family Support — The U.S. policy offers up to 10 weeks of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, foster, or surrogacy, with clear eligibility and process support. This is positioned as competitive within the U.S. agency market and stands out in the package.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Health-focused units highlight perks such as Headspace access, fitness reimbursements, remote weeks, pet insurance, and occasional sabbaticals under network programs. Group materials also emphasize hybrid/remote flexibility and mental‑health support, contributing to an overall wellbeing posture.
Havas Insights
What We Do
At Havas we aim to make a meaningful difference to the brands, businesses and the lives of the people we work with. We are the world’s most integrated advertising and communications business. Through our village model, we build seamless teams around the individual needs of each of our clients. Our ambition is to be a home for fabulously talented people and a partner to great brands. But most of all, we want to be a rewarding place to work at, and a great partner to work with.
