WELLINGTON OR CHRISTCHURCH. Lead the client relationships and mentor two staff in this awarded boutique brand agency from the get-go. Lock in a solid block of income with this full-time 8-month contract and see yourself financially sorted well into 2024. We are on the lookout for a senior-level Account Director who can step straight into this 8-month maternity cover contract. You'll immediately lead a small team of Project / Account Managers and bring your energy, organisation skills and great relationship-building. Experience in a full-service creative agency, design agency or brand-oriented in-house studio is essential. The breakdown We are looking for an Account Director for an 8 month contract with… 6+ years' proven agency experience as a leader in a client service role – brand, design and a full-service creative agency preferred A love of design and creativity and working alongside creatives to deliver great design A client service mentality – working to meet and exceed client expectations Great at communication and comfortably builds strong relationships Acute attention to detail Always met client budget and timelines An ability to multitask and prioritise at pace The desire to work in a dynamic, inclusive and supportive environment An ability to tell brand and campaign stories with passion and credibility Proven results and experience: Agency experience (brand and design preferred) Can manage design, strategy, digital, creative and content A supportive and experienced manager Expert in all aspects of account and project management to deliver Driven to achieve commercial, collaborative and creative excellence Warm, vibrant and highly capable relationship manager – embodies service excellence Are you someone who is: Confident communicator A self-starter Focused with great attention to detail? Innovative and solutions-focused? Passionate about working on delivering thoughtful brand design and roll outs. The reward Competitive salary (Pro-rata) of $120,000 per annum WFH flexibility Opportunity to grow professionally Warm, inclusive and friendly environment Mandatory requirements Must have a relevant tertiary qualification Be allowed to work Apply today If this role sounds like you, apply today or email Heather directly at ****** with a summary of why you may be interested in this position. About The Pond The Pond is committed to becoming New Zealand's number one specialist recruiter in the Digital & Tech, Creative & Design, and Marketing & Sales sectors. We focus on finding the best candidates in the local and overseas markets that last the distance and help transform our clients' businesses. Established in 2006, The Pond is driven by a dedicated team of experienced recruiters and a support team who get results for clients daily. Our audited placement average is 4.4 years, so the people we place do stick. #J-18808-Ljbffr