Account Director / Account Directress

Account Director - Events Industry - French Speaking

Salary: £60-70,000 per annum + performance-related bonus.
Working Model: Remote-first with equipment, broadband, and training & development allowances; private healthcare.

A clear path for career growth and leadership development awaits you.

Who They Are:

A leading specialist financial events agency, delivering impactful event experiences for global financial institutions, private equity and venture capital firms, and corporate entities. Operating across key financial hubs, including Paris, London, New York, and Toronto, the business is built on unrivaled expertise and flawless execution. Core services include:

• AGMs
• Investor and Capital Market Days
• LP Forums
• Company Milestones
• Retreats
• Customized design services

Why Join?

This is a senior commercial leadership role designed to bridge hands-on account management, high-value business development, and strategic team leadership. You will take ownership of top-tier clients, manage end-to-end sales pipelines, drive revenue, and elevate an established market presence across Europe and North America.

Our clear vision, driven by values of trust, collaboration, pace, structure, and excellence in delivery, provides a unique opportunity for career advancement towards leadership roles upon achieving agreed goals.

What You’ll Do:

• Account Management & Client Retention: Own and expand key accounts, serving as the primary contact for enterprise clients, identifying opportunities for up-selling and cross-selling to deliver greater value.
• New Business Pipeline Ownership: Lead the complete sales cycle, from qualification of high-value inbound leads to pitching, contract negotiation, and closing.
• Presence: Engage with clients face-to-face at all stages and attend key industry events, driving marketing initiatives that elevate brand presence.
• Networking: Nurture relationships with strategic partners, including PR agencies, legal and financial services firms.
• Project Leadership and Commercial Delivery: Track progress, manage budgets, and gather post-event feedback.

What You’ll Bring:

• Experience: Proven and sustained experience in business development, account management, or commercial leadership within financial events, corporate communications, or private equity/venture capital ecosystems.
• Expertise: Deep familiarity with the financial services ecosystem, particularly in Private Equity, Venture Capital, Investor Relations, and Asset Management.
• Track Record: Ability to qualify prospects, draft compelling proposals, manage multi-tier accounts, and consistently deliver profitability.
• Leadership: Clear ambition to drive global revenue growth, account management, and team management.
• Languages: Native/Professional fluency in English is essential; proficiency in French is strongly preferred.

How to Apply:

This is the perfect time to join a rapidly evolving success story in a unique and progressive environment, driving the next phases of growth. Apply online using the form below.

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