IMA is a creative agency that builds brands people want to be part of. We are looking for a strategic and impactful Account Director to join our team in Dubai to develop and sustain dynamic partnerships with our clients. This is a role for a leader who can drive growth and expansion while ensuring client satisfaction at every level.

What you’ll get from us

• A chance to develop your career within an award-winning, people-first creative agency

• Member of the Institute of Practitioners for Advertising 

• A chance to lead strategic business development that drives agency success

• A supportive environment where you are encouraged to take ownership and improve personal performance

• Global office locations

The role

Reporting to Business Director, you will be responsible for the strategic development of client partnerships. You will manage high-performing account teams and direct overall account profitability while building solid relations and top-tier partnerships. Your focus will be on directing overall account profitability and ensuring our service quality consistently exceeds client expectations.

What you’ll be doing

• You will act as an inspiring and strategic leader to deliver best in class integrated campaigns

• You will foster senior level relationships with clients while navigating complex corporate structures

• You will travel as needed to maintain key relationships with partners

• You will conduct regular client health checks to monitor campaign performance and return on investment

• You will develop and execute account growth plans to maximize agency influence

• You will play a key role in pitching and securing new business to expand the agency portfolio

• You will produce compelling strategic proposals and presentations to drive client engagement

• You will support team engagement and wellbeing while ensuring alignment with agency goals

What we’re looking for  

• You have sound agency experience including both digital and traditional marketing

• You possess a proven track record of strategic account growth and new business acquisition

• You demonstrate strong leadership and people management skills

• You have experience in budget management and financial reporting

• You possess strong communication and presentation skills for pitch delivery

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 Director role sounds like a fit, we’d love to hear from you.