Senior Account Director

Southpaw Agency, Tunbridge Wells - We’re a diverse group of creators, producers, strategists, and client service pros, all united by a passion for brilliant work and a challenger mindset. And now, we’re looking for a Senior Account Director to join the team.


We’ve driven brand growth for challenger brands across the beauty, premium drinks, lifestyle, and entertainment sectors - helping them shift behaviours, build communities, spark conversation, and shape culture.


We are also part of the global and award-winning advertising group, Hakuhodo, headquartered in Tokyo. Over the last 20+ years, Southpaw has collaborated with our 7,000 global colleagues to produce innovative and market leading solutions around the world.


What You’ll Be Doing

This role goes beyond account management - it’s about leading relationships, growing brands, and driving creativity. You’ll:
Lead end-to-end campaigns across ATL, social, digital, and activation
Build strong, trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders
Partner with strategists and creatives to deliver bold, effective work
Spot opportunities for growth, pitch new business, and convert ideas into results
Protect and grow core client accounts
Manage, support, and develop members of the client service team
Keep commercials sharp and projects on track


What We’re Looking For

We want a proven Senior Account Director from a creative agency background, ideally with experience in beauty, luxury, or alcohol brands. You thrive on big challenges, have a track record of pitch wins and account growth, and bring the energy, curiosity, and hustle that define Southpaw.
You’ll bring:


Strategic smarts and creative curiosity - furiously curious about everything
Confidence leading high-value client relationships
Calmness under pressure, with sharp problem-solving skills
A collaborative style and passion for developing talent
Commercial acumen and a knack for spotting growth opportunities


Ready to Join Us?

At Southpaw, you’ll find progression, creativity, and collaboration in equal measure. You’ll be supported, challenged, and given the space to do the best work of your career.


Big agency energy, local charm: Work on global clients from our converted warehouse in the centre of Tunbridge Wells, just 45 minutes from London Bridge.
Flexible working that works for you: Be in the office Tuesday – Thursday, with Mondays and Fridays working from home so you can recharge without losing the buzz of a connected, ambitious team.
Benefits that matter: Private medical insurance, comprehensive employee assistance program, holiday allowance starting at 21 days rising to 26 with length of service (and we’re closed over Christmas with no requirement to use annual leave to cover this time!) You will also be part of a generous bonus scheme.


We’re looking for someone who brings the hustle, protects and grows client relationships, and thrives on delivering outstanding results. If that’s you, get in touch! To apply, follow the link or for more information contact [email protected]


Southpaw is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to building a diverse team that reflects the audiences we serve.

We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups in advertising, including people of colour, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and those from non-traditional educational backgrounds.

salary brakcet £50 - 65k DOE

Part of Hakuhodo Inc Global Network.