Account Director

About SAMY

SAMY is the global powerhouse leading the evolution of brand communication. We help brands matter in a social-first world through research, creativity, technology, and integrated influencer marketing to deliver impactful, data-driven solutions and drive growth for brands. With over 1.000 employees in 15+ offices across 18 countries (Europe, U.S., Latin America) and operating in 55 markets, SAMY serves over 100 leading clients, specializing in award-winning, end-to-end digital campaigns.

Role Mission

As Account Director, you are the key client contact and strategic account leader. You will oversee end-to-end campaign delivery, aligning strategy, creative execution, and financial performance. The role requires leading multidisciplinary teams, fostering strong client relationships, and ensuring projects achieve measurable impact and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strategic client relationships, gaining a clear understanding of their needs and business goals.

• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams (strategy, data intelligence, creative, social media, PR & influencers, media) to ensure cohesive and high-quality delivery.

• Lead the planning and execution of campaigns, ensuring timelines, budgets, and standards of excellence are consistently met.

• Proactively identify growth opportunities within accounts and recommend innovative, value-driven solutions.

• Ensure that all activations and campaigns effectively reach the right audiences, at the right time and in the right context.

• Prepare performance reports and conduct results analysis, delivering actionable insights to drive continuous improvements.

Skills & Experience

• Over 8 years in similar roles in agency environments.

• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams and complex campaigns for major brands.

• Negotiation & commercial acumen

• Deep expertise in digital strategy, content creation, and social marketing.

• Strong financial and analytical skills, including budgeting and P&L management.

• Excellent communication, client management, and leadership.

• Strategic, adaptable problem-solver.

• • Fluent English and Spanish required; other languages a plus.

Cultural Fit

Be Kind: Direct, respectful communication. Feedback that elevates.

Go Beyond: Relentless initiative. Strategic problem-solving. Results that exceed expectations.

Craft Together: Elite teamwork. Seamless execution. Collective excellence over individual effort.

Enjoy the Journey: Adaptability under pressure. Consistency through change.

Own it: Extreme ownership. High standards. Lead by example.

Diversity & Inclusion

At SAMY, we believe in real diversity: teams where each person contributes from their uniqueness. We are committed to creating an inclusive, accessible, and barrier-free environment where every voice matters.

We welcome applicants of all abilities and backgrounds. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process or in your daily work, please let us know. We want you to thrive on an equal footing.

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule and hybrid work options that help you balance your time and work in a way that fits your life.

• A geographic mobility plan that gives you the chance to explore new opportunities and work from different SAMY locations around the world.

• Celebrate your birthday with a day off, and take time to enjoy December 24th and 31st as company holidays to relax, recharge, and enjoy what matters most.

• Global social and environmental activities that allow you to take part in initiatives that create a positive impact connecting with colleagues from around the world and contributing to projects that make a difference.

• Mirror Club is our mentoring program designed to accelerate the careers of talented women by connecting them with experienced mentors.

• Global Referral Program that lets you refer clients, projects, or teammates, helping SAMY grow stronger while earning rewards for your contributions.

• 23 vacation days + Dec 24 & 31 off

• Birthday off

• Health insurance 20% discount (Cigna)

• Wellhub membership (registration fee and Online Plan). Any additional plans or upgrades are at the employee’s expense.

• Flexible retribution (COBEE)

• Sponsored physiotherapy, mindfulness, and fitness courses