With a history that dates back over 80 years, Starcom is a global communications planning and media leader. We are an agency still grounded in our founding principle that people are at center of all we do. Each day, we apply this belief to harness the transformative power of data and technology to inspire and move people and business forward. With more than 7,000 employees in over 100 offices around the world, Starcom partners with the world's leading marketers and brands.Within Canada, Starcom is a part of Publicis Media within Publicis Groupe, one of the world’s leading communications groups. Our team spans across our Windsor, Toronto and Montreal offices. We truly love the world of Media and Advertising. We see the planning and buying process as art. However, it is an art that is always best when backed by the science of empirical data.You will be joining a well recognised agency with credentials:Great Places to Work certified three years in a rowOnly communications company to be ranked in LinkedIn’s Top 25 Great Places to Work2022 Media Agency of the Year2023 Media Agency of the Year finalistWhat we Offer:Work Your World program enabling you to experience working from anywhere in Canada or overseas for up to 6 weeks a yearExtended long weekends throughout the year with an additional day off each long weekendWellness & Tech benefits to support what’s most important to youBirthday leaveExtensive Learning & Development opportunities, including more than 15,000 learning programs via our online learning platform as well as a Professional Development AllowanceLocal and Global Mobility within the Publicis Groupe networkOverviewWe are seeking an experienced and dynamic Group Account Director at Starcom within Publicis Media Canada. This individual will be the face of the agency, managing a diverse portfolio of brands. You’ll need 10+ years of experience, exceptional storytelling skills, high emotional intelligence (EQ), and the resilience to navigate complex, high-pressure environments.As the primary client lead, you will be responsible for building and nurturing strong client relationships while managing media strategy development and execution to meet client goals. You'll oversee cross-channel campaign planning, drive thought leadership and lead a high-performing team. Additionally, you'll manage financial health, including budgeting and forecasting,



and identify growth opportunities for client accounts. This role also requires a strategic focus on campaign performance, innovation, and leveraging data insights to maximize ROI. The position offers strong leadership opportunities, career development, and a supportive work environment with competitive benefits.ResponsibilitiesServe as the primary client lead, fostering strong relationships with key stakeholdersAct as a strategic partner, understanding client business challenges and proactively providing solutionsLead the development and execution of media strategies to meet client objectivesManage client expectations, ensuring satisfaction and long-term retentionDevelop innovative and data-driven media strategies that align with client goalsOversee campaign planning, ensuring alignment with audience insights, market trends, and business objectivesDrive thought leadership by identifying recent opportunities and industry trendsPartner with internal teams to craft integrated, multi-channel media plansLead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of account managers and plannersFoster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learningProvide clear direction, ensuring alignment on client goals and agency priorities.Oversee resource allocation and workflow to optimize team performance.Own the financial health of client accounts, including budgeting, forecasting, and profitability.Identify opportunities for account growth and drive new business initiatives.Collaborate with leadership on agency revenue and business development strategies.Negotiate contracts, scopes of work, and media investments with vendors and partners.Ensure flawless execution of campaigns across digital, traditional, and emerging media platforms.Oversee performance tracking, measurement,



and optimization to maximize ROI.Drive innovation by testing new media technologies and platforms.Partner with analytics teams to translate data into actionable insights.Qualifications10+ years of experience with a focus on client management and team leadershipMinimum 3 years as Associate Director/Director experienceUniversity or College degree/diploma in Media, Marketing, Business, Project Management or related fieldDirect client-servicing experienceDemonstrated supervisory, delegation and strong mentorship skillsChallenges traditional boundaries and demonstrates consistent creative approaches to business problemsWorking knowledge of Syndicated tools (DDS, Prisma, DCM, DBM & Vividata etcProficient with Microsoft Office Suite of productsStrong storytelling and communication skills, with the ability to manage high-level client relationshipsProven experience managing multiple senior client stakeholders and multi-disciplinary teamsDemonstrated mentorship skills, with a passion for team growth and developmentWorking knowledge of syndicated tools (DDS, Prisma, DCM, DBM, Vividata, etc.Additional InformationTransparency matters to us. The salary range for this position is between 110,000$ to 125,000$ per year. Actual compensation within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and applicable certifications. This range reflects what we reasonably expect to offer based on current market data.AI UseWe use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications or analyzing resumes. These tools assist our recruitment team but never replace human decision-making. We believe in a human-first approach, where your experience and potential are recognized by people.Starcom is an equal chance employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We create and nurture a vibrant work environment that celebrates, values and leverages all aspects of diversity and inclusiveness, attracts world-class talent and serves as the industry benchmark for best practices. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will provide appropriate accommodation for candidates with disabilities or accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process, upon request. Please contact our recruiter for any questions, accommodations or specific requests. We thank all candidates for their interest in Starcom however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Group Account Director - $110,000 - $125,000 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 Starcom
📍 Toronto