Senior Account Manager

We are looking for a Senior Account Manager to lead key client relationships, drive strategic direction, and ensure the successful delivery of high-impact campaigns. The role involves managing and mentoring a team, ensuring seamless cross-functional coordination, and maintaining high service quality while identifying growth opportunities and delivering strategic solutions aligned with client and agency goals. Based in Cairo, this role will handle Saudi-based accounts, requiring strong KSA market experience and cultural understanding. The Senior Account Manager acts as a trusted advisor, ensuring operational excellence, creative impact, and long-term account success. Client & Account Leadership Lead and manage a team of Account Managers and Senior Account Executives. Build and nurture strong, trust-based relationships with clients, anticipating needs and identifying new opportunities. Actively seek opportunities to grow accounts and deliver added value. Lead client strategy and provide strategic insights to guide creative and communication development. Team Management & Development Provide leadership in cross-functional team collaboration and campaign execution. Oversee team performance and ensure alignment with client objectives and agency goals. Provide mentorship, coaching, and training to team members to enhance skills and support career development. Operational Excellence Ensure operational efficiency and resource optimization within the team. Review all financial matters and contracts, ensuring accuracy, identifying errors, and recommending corrective actions. Ensure all agency commitments to clients and suppliers are properly reflected and upheld in contracts. Lead the development and execution of impactful campaigns from strategy through delivery. Oversee large new business pitches from the initial briefing through to the final presentation. Lead monthly planning and content calendar alignment across accounts. Oversee quality control of all deliverables to ensure consistency and excellence. Manage task allocation and team workload for efficient and timely delivery. Ensure smooth day-to-day operations, proactively resolving any issues. Act as a key pillar within the team, maintaining structure and performance. Build strong client relationships as the main point of contact and escalation. Serve as the first strategic layer, translating client needs into clear direction. Education Bachelor s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Business, or a related field. Experience 6 8 years of experience in client servicing or account management within an advertising or marketing agency. Skills Quality & Delivery: Oversee project execution to ensure high-quality, accurate deliverables, maintaining strong attention to detail and resolving issues proactively. Client & Strategic Relationships: Lead client relationships with minimal oversight, building trust and identifying opportunities to strengthen partnerships. Strategic & Analytical Thinking: Translate business objectives and insights into clear, actionable recommendations while aligning internal teams with client goals. Communication & Presentation: Lead presentations confidently and communicate complex ideas clearly, handling sensitive discussions with professionalism. Project Management & Leadership: Manage multiple projects and cross-functional teams effectively, mentor junior members, and foster accountability, collaboration, and ownership. Desired Candidate Profile

Education

Bachelor s degree in Marketing, Advertising, Business, or a related field.

Experience

6 8 years of experience in client servicing or account management within an advertising or marketing agency.

Skills

• Quality & Delivery, Client & Strategic Relationships, Strategic & Analytical Thinking, Communication & Presentation, Project Management & Leadership
• Must have strong KSA market experience and cultural understanding