Dentsuaegis

Dentsuaegis

Group Account Director- Automotive

Toronto · Director · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$130k-$145kDetected 15 days ago
AccessibilityStrategic CommunicationsBusiness DevelopmentLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMentoring

About the role

  • By bringing together the capabilities, experience and relationships of our collective experts, the opportunities for personal growth and development are endless.
  • We put our people at the center, creating space for growth, understanding, and learning so they can thrive.
  • Our differences make us richer and enable stronger relationships with each other and foster greater impact for our clients.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and delivery of innovative, strategic, and commercially impactful solutions that align client goals with agency values and principles of inclusivity.
  • Build and nurture collaborative, trust‑based client relationships, ensuring the team consistently delivers exceptional service and strategic value.
  • Manage and grow senior-level client partnerships, ensuring alignment with relationship strategy and commercial frameworks.
  • Conduct performance development reviews and create tailored growth plans for direct reports, offering clear, constructive, and ongoing feedback.
  • Identify and pursue responsible business development opportunities across existing and prospective clients, leveraging knowledge of dentsu's products and services to deliver ambitious, values‑driven solutions.
  • You will serve as a trusted partner to clients, fostering strong, collaborative relationships and driving business growth through insight‑led, inclusive, and culturally aware solutions.

Requirements

  • Minimum 8 years of experience in a comparable role, including at least 3 years of people leadership.
  • Experience supporting new business initiatives at the network or brand level.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly with a wide range of audiences.
  • Experience in Automotive sectors is considered a strong asset.
  • Proven ability to develop strategic communications plans and deliver thoughtful, client‑centric recommendations.
  • Skilled in managing stakeholder expectations and building trust across diverse internal and external teams.
  • Demonstrated success in cultivating long‑term, sustainable client relationships.
  • Additional Information
  • Vacancy: Is this posting for the purposes of filling an existing vacancy? [Y/N]- Yes
  • The salary range for this position is CAD $130k-$145k Actual salary within the salary range will be based on a variety of factors including relevant experience, knowledge, and skills. A range of medical, dental, RRSP, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available to all permanent employees.
  • AI Disclosure: [dentsu] utilizes artificial intelligence tools as part of its recruitment process, as during the sourcing and screening stages. All other parts of the dentsu application and hiring processes do not utilize artificial intelligence tools.
  • We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds foster a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better business results. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the clients we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to working with our candidates from all ability levels throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Canada.Recruitment@dentsu.com or to begin a conversation about your individual accessibility needs throughout the hiring process.
  • Dentsu Creative

Skills

  • All other parts of the dentsu application and hiring processes do not utilize artificial intelligence tools.

Compensation

  • The salary range for this position is CAD $130k-$145k Actual salary within the salary range will be based on a variety of factors including relevant experience, knowledge, and skills.

Benefits

  • Your approach will model empathy, equity, and collaboration, ensuring all voices are valued and that the work reflects our shared values, client objectives, and commitment to representation.
  • A range of medical, dental, RRSP, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available to all permanent employees.
  • Translate the agency vision into actionable business plans that drive measurable results and reflect a commitment to equity, inclusion, and creative excellence.
  • Champion professional development through coaching, mentoring, and skill‑building initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous learning, belonging, and growth.

Company info

  • our mindset, our solutions, and in our teams to empower an inclusive, equitable environment.
  • We engage with our communities to drive positive social impact by fostering equity and working to create a digital society that works for all.
  • Dentsu Creative is an agency of dentsu.
  • We are committed to working with our candidates from all ability levels throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best.

Equal opportunity

  • If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Canada.Recruitment@dentsu.com or to begin a conversation about your individual accessibility needs throughout the hiring process.
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