
About AKQA
Transforming digital experiences for global brands
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in San Francisco, California
- Over 3,000 employees worldwide
- Serves clients like Nike, Audi, and the BBC
- Part of WPP, a global leader in marketing communications
AKQA is a leading digital design and communications agency headquartered in San Francisco, California. With a workforce of over 3,000 employees, AKQA specializes in delivering digital products and services for clients like Nike, Audi, and the BBC. As a part of WPP, AKQA focuses on leveraging technol...
๐ Benefits
AKQA offers competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO, and flexible remote work policies to support work-life balance....
๐ Culture
AKQA promotes a culture of creativity and innovation, encouraging teams to experiment and push the boundaries of digital design. The company values co...

Account Manager โข Lead
AKQA โข Gothenburg
Overview
AKQA is seeking a Group Account Director to manage senior-level client relationships and drive revenue growth. You'll lead a multidisciplinary team and ensure high-quality standards in client service. This role requires strong leadership and organizational skills.
Job Description
Who you are
As a Group Account Director at AKQA, you are a highly organized and credible leader with a passion for nurturing and building client relationships. You have a deep understanding of industry best practices and are motivated by work that makes a meaningful and sustained impact. Your experience in managing senior-level client relationships, revenue, and growth is complemented by your ability to foster effective teamwork and establish quality standards. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are committed to delivering impressive returns for clients through innovative brand campaigns and adaptive digital services.
You possess strong communication skills and can articulate shared values and aspirations with clients. Your entrepreneurial spirit drives you to constantly innovate and seek out whatโs next in the industry. You understand the importance of the little details and demonstrate industry-leading professionalism in every interaction. You are dedicated to creating a better future for clients through world-leading work and a commitment to excellence.
Desirable
Experience in leading multidisciplinary teams and a proven track record of driving results in client service will set you apart. Familiarity with digital services and applications, as well as a strong understanding of brand campaigns, will enhance your ability to succeed in this role.
What you'll do
In this role, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of brands, ensuring that client relationships are nurtured and built on shared values. You will partner with leads and management to create a work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. Your leadership will guide a multidisciplinary team, establishing quality standards and providing thought leadership to drive results. You will monitor the quality of work delivered to clients and ensure that it meets the high standards expected by AKQA.
You will engage with clients at a senior level, understanding their needs and aspirations while aligning them with AKQAโs capabilities. Your role will involve strategic planning and execution to drive revenue growth and enhance client satisfaction. You will be a champion for excellence, ensuring that every touchpoint with clients reflects the professionalism and quality that AKQA is known for.
What we offer
At AKQA, we are committed to fostering a culture of respect and inclusion, where everyone feels they belong and has equal opportunities to progress in their careers. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement. Join us in our mission to create beautiful ideas, products, and services that capture the imagination and deliver impressive returns for our clients.
Interested in this role?
Apply now or save it for later. Get alerts for similar jobs at AKQA.
Similar Jobs You Might Like
Based on your interests and this role

Account Director
Bloom is hiring an Account Director to manage client accounts and provide strategic oversight. You'll work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure hands-on execution of projects. This role requires strong leadership and account management skills.

Account Director
Cision is hiring an Account Director to drive revenue from the Strategic Account Management team. You'll manage a portfolio of key clients and work towards revenue retention and upsell opportunities. This role requires strong account management skills and experience in strategic sales.

Account Director
GumGum is hiring an Account Director to drive revenue and develop key relationships within large and mid-size agencies in Japan. This role requires at least 5+ years of digital media experience and a deep knowledge of the online media landscape.

Account Director
GumGum is seeking an Account Director to drive new revenue and grow existing business through their Mindset platform. This role requires 4+ years of digital advertising sales experience and a strong understanding of the media and adtech ecosystem.

Account Director
Ogilvy is seeking an Account Director to lead and shape key workstreams on a high-priority strategic account in medical communications. This role requires significant experience in account management and offers the opportunity to drive impactful results.