Hybrid working - 3 days London office, 2 from home -  An exceptional opportunity for an ambitious Account Director to accelerate your career with one of the industry’s most forward-thinking and creatively driven agencies.

• An energising, people-first culture where ideas thrive
• Bold, immersive, show-stopping event experiences
• A prestigious and diverse global client portfolio
• A passionate, collaborative and high-performing team

The Company

This award-winning creative agency has built an outstanding reputation for delivering unforgettable live experiences and cultivating long-term partnerships with some of the world’s most recognised brands. Known for their innovative thinking and flawless execution, they consistently push boundaries to create meaningful, engaging and high-impact events.

With a vibrant culture and an ambitious, talented team at its core, the agency continues to invest heavily in its people, technology and creative capabilities. Their fully integrated offering spans strategy, content, creative, design, production and account leadership, enabling them to deliver exceptional live, hybrid and virtual experiences — from global conferences and internal communications programmes to major brand-led moments across sectors including finance, tech and professional services. With sustained growth across both new and existing accounts, this is a genuinely exciting time to join a business where creativity is championed, collaboration is second nature and progression is actively encouraged.

The role

Following a series of significant client wins and continued account expansion, they are now seeking an experienced Account Director to take on a pivotal leadership role within the business. This position offers real influence — shaping strategy, driving creative excellence and ensuring the seamless delivery of complex, multi-layered event programmes. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing senior-level client relationships
• Driving the delivery of live, hybrid and virtual events from concept to completion
• Interpreting detailed briefs and translating them into impactful, creative solutions
• Advising clients on strategy, technical delivery and innovative approaches
• Developing compelling proposals and leading pitch presentations
• Managing client expectations with clarity and confidence
• Collaborating closely with content, creative and production teams
• Overseeing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining exceptional standards
• Owning budgets and ensuring strong commercial performance

This is a high-visibility role with the opportunity to shape both client strategy and internal delivery standards.

The Candidate

You will be an established Account Director — or an exceptional Senior Account Manager ready to step up — with strong experience within an events or production agency environment. You will be confident partnering with senior stakeholders, extracting strategic insight from complex briefs and leading cross-functional teams to deliver outstanding work.

Experience delivering large-scale in-person conferences and internal communications events will be highly advantageous, alongside exposure to content creation, film and design. Commercially astute and creatively curious, you’ll bring energy, confidence and ambition to the role. Above all, to be considered for this Account Director opportunity, you will be proactive, collaborative and motivated to make a tangible impact within a progressive, high-growth agency.

In return, the successful Account Director will work alongside some of the most talented professionals in the industry, partnering with globally recognised brands and building a dynamic, rewarding and long-term career.

Live specialises in all disciplines (and at all levels) across events, experiential and exhibitions.  If this position isn't quite what you're looking for please visit live-recruitment.co.uk to view all of the opportunities we are recruiting. As a specialist events recruitment agency we help our clients build the most talented and diverse teams in the UK. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, embracing diversity across all intersecting dimensions, including ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, well-being, abilities, and neurodiversity.

We are dedicated to ensuring a supportive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations for any reason, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Vacancy Ref: LGK16295