Account Director (AD)

Location: Ahmedabad

About Us: Strategic Growth Advisors is a 15-year-old integrated communications consultancy, with businesses across Investor Relations (#1 in the industry), Corporate Reporting ((#2 in the industry), Public Relations (SGA PR) and Brand & Design. SGA PR is led by industry veterans Rahul Jain and Sudhir Shetty, who have spearheaded brand building and strategic communications for over 400 companies. Leveraging SGA Group's strength and the expertise of the PR leadership, SGA PR is uniquely positioned in the market to manage the end-to-end marketing value chain for startups and established businesses. The company is headquartered in Mumbai and has presence across key cities in India.

Core function areas

Business, Account & PR Program Ownership | Cross and Multi-Team Management | Crisis Management | New Business Development |Stakeholder Outreach | Strategic Planning & Execution | Advocacy Program Management | Media, Digital and Social Media PR Program Development | Team Building & Resource Planning

Key Responsibilities

·       Serve as the senior contact for clients, managing CXO-level relationships

·       Build trust by understanding the client’s business deeply (industry trends, competitors, challenges)

·       Provide strategic counsel on positioning, messaging, and long-term communication planning

·       Handle escalations and crisis situations with authority and confidence

·       Lead the development of annual/quarterly PR strategies, campaign ideas, and thought leadership platforms

·       Ensure strategies align with business objectives, not just media output

·       Oversee reputation management, crisis communication, and stakeholder engagement plans

·       Maintain relationships with senior editors, bureau chiefs, and key influencers

·       Open doors for high-value opportunities like CXO profiles, leadership opinion pieces, and industry features

·       Position clients in industry conversations and trend stories beyond routine coverage

·       Lead and mentor a team of Account Managers, Executives, and Senior Executives

·       Ensure quality and consistency across all client deliverables

·       Develop team skills in strategy, media relations, and client servicing

·       Manage workload allocation and performance of team members

·       Identify opportunities for organic growth within existing clients (new projects, campaigns, geographies)

·       Support business development by contributing to new business pitches and proposals

·       Own the profitability of accounts: manage budgets, track billing, and ensure resource optimization

·       Negotiate fees, retainers, and scopes of work with clients

·       Monitor account health and flag risks early

·       Review reports and convert coverage data into insights and recommendations for clients

·       Present quarterly or annual review decks to client leadership teams