Account Director(Luxury backgroud)

Job Description

Salary: Commensurate with experience

• 25 days of annual leave
• One annual round-trip flight ticket
• Medical insurance (as per UAE labor law)
• Discretionary annual bonus (linked to company performance)
• End-of-service benefits (as per UAE regulations)

Role Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Account Director with a strong background in project direction and business development within the fashion and luxury events sector in Dubai and the wider GCC region. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of industry experience, exceptional client servicing skills, and a proven track record in managing high-profile projects and driving agency growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Oversight: Lead the end-to-end delivery of events and projectsplanning, execution, monitoring, and closureensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Client Liaison: Act as the main point of contact for clients, managing expectations and ensuring high satisfaction levels.
• Resource Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure proper resource allocation and efficient execution.
• Budget Control: Oversee project financials, monitor expenses, and provide regular reporting while maintaining profitability.
• Quality Control: Guarantee that all outputs align with client expectations and reflect the agencys standards of excellence.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify potential risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.

• Client Growth: Strengthen existing client relationships and identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling.
• Agency Representation: Lead meetings with prospective clients, present capabilities, and follow up to convert leads into partnerships.
• Proposal & Pitch Development: Create tailored proposals and lead pitch presentations to secure new business.
• Market Insight: Stay abreast of industry trends and competitor movements to inform strategy and positioning.
• Revenue Goals: Deliver on financial targets for assigned accounts and contribute to overall agency profitability.
• Strategic Planning: Work closely with senior leadership to develop account strategies that align with both client goals and agency vision.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the fashion and luxury events industry within Dubai and/or the GCC.
• Demonstrated success in project leadership, client relationship management, and business development.
• Strong skills in budgeting, planning, and resource management.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• In-depth understanding of the regional fashion, luxury, and events ecosystem.

• Fluent English Required
• Arabic Preferred
• French or Italian Advantageous