Account Manager: Global Retail & Sports
IMA is a global creative agency on a mission to build brands people want to be part of. We are looking for a dynamic, collaborative Account Manager to join our Global Retail team.
In this role, you won’t just manage accounts; you’ll be the engine behind integrated campaigns and retail rollouts for the world’s most iconic sports brands. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and are ready to take your expertise across the EU, we want to meet you.
The opportunity:
Global Impact: Lead work for Tier-1 sports and consumer brands on a global stage.
Integrated Scope: From immersive retail activations to massive integrated campaigns, no two days are the same.
EU Travel: Be on the ground where the action happens, visiting clients and overseeing projects across Europe.
People-First Culture: Work within a values-led agency that prioritizes your growth and recognizes every win
What you’ll get from us
A chance to develop your career within an award-winning, people-first creative agency.
A values-led culture where your contribution is recognised and supported.
Ownership and variety from day one, with the support of a collaborative team.
The opportunity to lead projects across live campaigns, retail activations and brand experiences.
A people-first environment where we challenge, grow, and deliver together.
The role
As an Account Manager, you are the bridge between ambitious client goals and world-class creative execution. You’ll own the day-to-day delivery of workstreams, ensuring every project is on brief, on budget, and ahead of schedule. You aren't just a coordinator; you are a proactive partner who builds trust and drives momentum.
What you'll be doing
Act as the primary point of contact for key stakeholders, becoming an indispensable partner to their business.
Brief creative and strategy teams with precision to ensure our output is as sharp as the brands we represent.
Manage timelines and budgets across multiple workstreams with total accuracy.
Bring fresh market insights and sports-retail trends to the table to help shape future campaigns.
What we’re looking for
Proven experience in a fast-paced creative agency or marketing environment.
A genuine passion sports and retail
Client management, budget tracking, and timeline control.
Excellent communicator with the ability to support and motivate others to achieve their goals.
Comfortable working with international teams and willing to travel frequently to the EU.
A collaborative problem-solver who anticipates hurdles before they appear.
Confidence using Google tools and project management platforms.
Our values at IMA
We’re curious. We challenge. We commit.
These principles shape how we work — with each other, with clients, and with the world.
Apply now
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. If this Account Manager role sounds like a fit, we’d love to hear from you.
- Department
- Client Experience
- Locations
- Leeds
- Remote status
- Hybrid
Leeds
About IMA
Informed by human behaviour. Fuelled by creativity. Connected by data, media and digital. We are IMA.