Account Director

Job Title:

Overview:

senior communications leader

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic communication programs

  for clients across sectors such as Corporate, Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Infrastructure, and Consumer.

• Serve as a senior counselor

  to CXO-level clients, providing insight-led advisory on brand reputation, media engagement, and stakeholder communication.

• Develop and execute integrated communication strategies

  by collaborating with internal teams across content, media, digital, and analytics.

• Strengthen media relations

  by building and nurturing relationships with senior journalists, editors, and influencers to secure high-impact coverage across print, digital, and broadcast platforms.

• Oversee issue and crisis communication

  , offering proactive guidance and rapid response solutions to safeguard client reputation.

• Drive thought leadership initiatives

  , including leadership communication, whitepapers, op-eds, and speaking platforms that position clients as industry leaders.

• Ensure operational excellence

  , managing account budgets, timelines, KPIs, and consistently delivering work that meets or exceeds client expectations.

• Mentor and develop high-performing teams

  , fostering a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and accountability.

• Contribute to business growth

  by identifying opportunities within existing accounts and leading new business pitches.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in

  Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field

  .

• 12+ years of experience

  in public relations, corporate communications, or reputation management across diverse industries.
• Proven ability to manage

  large and complex client portfolios

  and lead strategic communication programs with measurable outcomes.
• Strong understanding of

  media dynamics

  , stakeholder ecosystems, and evolving digital communication trends.
• Demonstrated success in

  crisis management, executive visibility

  , and

  strategic media engagement

  .
• Exceptional

  client leadership, communication, and presentation

  skills.
• Experienced in

  leading teams

  , managing budgets, and delivering high standards of client service.
• Ability to

  thrive in a fast-paced, multi-sector environment

  , balancing strategy, execution, and team leadership.