Senior Account Director

Senior Account Director (Corporate)Ready to make your application Please do read through the description at least once before clicking on Apply.Role DescriptionTEAM LEWIS is looking for a dynamic corporate communications professional to lead a roster of established multi‑market energy, industry and B2B tech clients. With experience in corporate affairs, including reputation management, executive communications and issues/crisis management, the Senior Account Director will apply innovative and creative thinking to corporate challenges. They will foster strong client relationships to retain and grow business and will play a leadership role within the HQ office, driving team engagement and a motivational culture.Purpose of the roleThe Senior Account Director will work with notable multi‑market energy, industry and technology clients, collaborating with UK and international colleagues. They will provide counsel on reputational resilience, risk preparedness and live crisis response; develop strategic, data‑led corporate campaigns; and lead executive communications programmes. They will identify growth opportunities, support new‑business pitches, and champion AI‑driven insights and tools.Main ResponsibilitiesDevelop strong relationships and trust with clients, providing strategic consultancy and initiatives for retention and organic growth.Promote an integrated communications and multi‑channel storytelling mindset to deliver a cohesive offer to clients.Brief the creative engineering team to bring concepts to life for cross‑disciplinary and multi‑channel campaigns.Run executive media relations programmes, including media training, for senior clients.Oversee media relations activity, maintaining strong relationships with journalists, bloggers, influencers and analysts.Consult with clients on media opportunities in relation to the news agenda.Ensure KPIs and service agreements are defined and met.Identify and secure upsell/cross‑sell opportunities with existing clients and cascade opportunities across the network.Participate in credentials and pitches for multi‑market prospects, helping to develop strategy and messaging.Help build a high‑calibre and motivated team by setting objectives for line reports and supporting professional development.Promote a culture of innovation and curiosity for continuous improvement.Contribute to all‑hands meetings, press briefings, training sessions and socials.Be a collaborative, encouraging, supportive member of the London HQ team.About YouAmbitious, dynamic and positive, you have proven experience leading and growing corporate communications business. You show a track record of client retention and organic growth as well as winning accounts. You are a strategic thinker with an interest in purpose and ESG, enjoy counselling C‑suite clients and devising stakeholder engagement campaigns that build trust and drive change. You are empathetic, collaborative, coachable and driven to exceed goals. You thrive in a flexible, open‑minded, “can‑do” environment.Additional RequirementsIn‑depth experience in corporate reputation, strategic positioning and behavioural change campaigns; ideally experience in issues and crisis management.Passion for, or experience in, sustainability and environmental initiatives is valued.Understanding of trends and issues impacting corporate reputations and complex stakeholder audiences.Experience working on international energy and B2B technology brands.Interest in the strategic applications of AI in communications; proactive in leveraging AI innovations.High business acumen, including successful commercial management.Understanding of diverse international cultures, communication styles, values and practices.Ability to build relationships quickly and navigate stakeholder networks.Excellent written and verbal communication; an articulate presenter.Problem‑solving, project‑managing, prioritising and multi‑tasking ability.Integrity, humility, self‑drive and a sense of humour.Key Internal RelationshipsDirector/Global Client Lead Schneider Electric (London) – line manager.Senior Vice President, EMEA (London HQ leader).Account Directors/Managers/Executives (London and across the network) – line reports.Global Executive Creative Director (London) and Global Creative Operations Director (London).Vice President International Client Engagement (London) / Client Engagement Manager, UK.Senior Vice President, Global HR (London).Financial Controller, UK.This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of the responsibilities for this role. Other responsibilities may be added from time to time.TEAM LEWIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating and fostering an environment focused on equality, empowerment and respect. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that supports and celebrates our diversity. We continue to invest in our efforts to ensure TEAM LEWIS is a place where everyone can thrive.#J-18808-Ljbffr