Account Director

What's the role? Suddenly is an award‑winning content agency owned by News Corp Australia. We are looking for an Account Director to lead content production for a fast‑paced retailer account. This client‑facing role spans omni‑channel editorial and supplier‑funded content, requiring a senior leadership presence, client relationship management, commercial strategy, and high‑level delivery for this flagship account. What you’ll do Lead senior‑level client relationships as a trusted advisor for content marketing solutions. Develop strategic growth plans and drive upsell and new business opportunities for the account. Oversee a high‑volume pipeline of fast‑turnaround, multi‑disciplinary digital projects. Manage financial accountability, including budget oversight, resource allocation and forecasting. Approve campaign strategies, budgets and creative outputs, ensuring client objectives and agency standards are met quickly. Act as the escalation point for complex issues, delivery risks and strategic alignment. Report on account health, performance and commercial outcomes to agency leadership. Collaborate with internal agency directors (Creative, Strategy, Digital) for integrated delivery. Leadership & People Proven ability to mentor cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced agency. Skilled at driving strategic thinking and innovative initiatives. Drives collaboration and high performance. Client & Commercial Exceptional stakeholder management, influencing and building rapport at all senior and mid‑levels. Sets account strategy, driving significant account growth and retention. Strong commercial awareness, financial accountability and experience managing budgets/revenue. Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills for senior client engagement. Ability to translate complex ideas into compelling strategic recommendations and deliverables under tight deadlines. Who are you? 5–8 years of experience in client services or agency account leadership. Proven success managing a high‑value, demanding account with a rapid project cadence. Demonstrated experience managing complex stakeholder environments within a large client organisation. Experience leading cross‑functional teams and managing diverse creative projects (web, print, digital). Track record of driving strategic growth, profitability and client satisfaction. Familiarity with marketing, creative or digital agency environments is essential. A strong communicator who thrives in a fast‑paced setting. News Benefits Exclusively ours – access to publications and products from across the News Corp family. Health & wellbeing – advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including onsite gyms at Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices). Time off – a range of leave options to support personal needs and moments that matter (parental, birthday, volunteer, career break, compassionate leave). Helping you grow – development opportunities (including diversity and inclusion – focused education series) and recognition. Financial wellbeing – support on making the most of your money. Perks & discounts – exclusive offers across a range of products and services. Giving back – make a difference to our communities. Workplace inclusion and facilities – engagement through employee‑resource groups, accessibility to multi‑faith quiet rooms & parents’ rooms. Who are we? Suddenly is one of Australia’s most successful content marketing agencies, a wholly owned subsidiary of News Corp Australia. The agency prides itself on being ‘the experts in human connection’, driven by a unique delivery of commerce, culture, community and content that delivers extraordinary results for Australia’s leading brands across a broad spectrum of industries. We offer full‑service content marketing services with resources to deliver across content strategy, content creation, social and creator campaigns and production for our clients. What’s next? Apply now or for more information on careers at News Corp Australia visit Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We know that diversity strengthens our teams and newsrooms as we seek to tell stories that represent the diverse communities of Australia that we serve. Our people make us unique and we all have a story. We encourage people of all ages, backgrounds, races, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, abilities and gender identities to apply. Inclusion is important to us and we want everyone at News to bring their whole‑selves to work. If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know. For more information regarding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at News Corp Australia please visit under the DEI section. #J-18808-Ljbffr