Global Account Director

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Job Description :

We are Havas Life Paris.

We are part of the largest health advertising and communications organization in the world. We are individuals each bringing unique stories and life experience who share the same ambition: making a meaningful difference to the health & wellness of people and the community.

Our partners are brands that are obsessed with improving the lives of people. From oncology to rare diseases to public & animal health we craft brand platforms campaigns and activations that push health conversations forward.

Your role in our Global Team

As Account Director you are both a strategist and a leader the bridge between client vision and agency excellence.

You will oversee multi-market client partnerships ensuring business objectives are met through exceptional delivery collaboration and innovation.

You will be responsible for maintaining strong client relationships leading internal teams across account strategy creative and medical functions and managing all aspects of project and financial performance.

You will report directly to the Senior Account Director or Head of Global Business working closely with senior leaders in Paris and other Havas Health markets to ensure consistent global delivery and growth.

This role requires a confident communicator who thrives in an international environment and is fluent in the language of creativity business and innovation particularly in the use of AI-powered tools to elevate workflows insights and storytelling.

Your missions if you accept this worldly challenge.

Client Leadership and Strategy :

• Serve as the day-to-day senior client partner building long-term trusted relationships at multiple levels.

• Translate client objectives into actionable strategies that drive measurable business and brand impact grounded in data-driven insights and creative storytelling.
• Lead the strategic planning and development of client programs across global markets.
• Anticipate client needs identify opportunities for growth and provide proactive strategic counsel.
• Represent Havas Health Frances global capabilities with confidence and authority.

Operational Excellence :

• Oversee the planning coordination and delivery of multiple workstreams across markets.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with creative strategy data and production teams to deliver fully integrated work that blends creativity insight and innovation.
• Ensure that projects are delivered on time on brief and within budget in close collaboration with Project Management.
• Foster integration between creative strategic and production teams to deliver best-in-class output.
• Apply AI-enabled platforms and tools to strengthen insight generation collaboration and efficiency across projects.

Financial Management :

• Own account financials including budgeting forecasting and profitability tracking.

• Monitor scopes of work and ensure accurate timely billing and reconciliation.
• Partner with senior leadership to identify growth opportunities within existing accounts.

Growth and Business Development :

• Adopt an entrepreneurial mindset to identify and convert opportunities for growth within existing and emerging client relationships.

• Identify and cultivate organic growth opportunities within existing clients.
• Contribute to new business opportunities supporting pitch strategy storytelling and presentations.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on proposal development and thought leadership initiatives.

Team Leadership and Development :

• Lead mentor and inspire a cross-functional team of Account Managers and Project Managers.

• Foster a culture of curiosity creativity and accountability across all team members.
• Champion collaboration between the Paris HQ team and other Havas Health markets.
• Promote the adoption of modern tools workflows and AI-driven solutions to strengthen delivery.

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Could this be you

Skills and Experience :

• 4-6 years of agency experience ideally in health wellness or lifestyle sectors
• Strong leadership and team management experience with a collaborative empowering style
• Proven ability to build client trust and lead high-stakes multi-market relationships
• Strategic mindset with the ability to translate insights into actionable ideas
• Deep understanding of agency processes creative workflows and integrated campaign delivery
• Strong commercial acumen with proven budget and scope management experience
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English (mandatory); French proficiency a plus
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Curious forward-thinking and comfortable applying AI-powered tools to enhance collaboration creativity and delivery
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and project management platforms such as Teamwork or

Educational Background :

• Bachelors (mandatory) or Masters degree in communications marketing business or a related field
• Background or interest in health wellness or lifestyle communications is a plus.

Would you like to take part in this new challenge

If you are ready to help build something fresh you are organized curious and eager to contribute to a global team that is shaping the future of health and wellness communications from Paris we would love to meet you.

First create your best CV and remember to keep it up to date.

Then join our team by applying as soon as possible via this advertisement.

Come and enjoy a unique experience with us.

Havas expansive network brings together talent from across the globe to best serve our clients needs.

Each Havas Village gathers creative media digital design and activation talent under one roof allowing us to provide an agile seamless and integrated service for our clients in each market while also drawing on the talent and support from villages across the globe.

• Were located in the heart of Havas Village France: 29/30 Quai de Dion Bouton - 92800 Puteaux with a breathtaking view of Paris!
• Contract : Permanent / Labor agreement : Advertising
• Comfortable modern premises when youre at the agency.
• Cafeteria with Starbucks offers
• 25 days of paid vacation 12 RTT (days off) 3 days offered by the agency per year
• Numerous benefits thanks to the Havas group (agency/team evening concierge service inspiring conferences integrated gym & sports activities afterwork cinema premieres etc.)

Together we can make a difference

Youll be joining a company that guarantees equal opportunities and values diversity.

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Contract Type :

Here at Havas across the group we pride ourselves on being committed to offering equal opportunities to all potential employees and have zero tolerance for discrimination. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants irrespective of age sex race ethnicity disability and other factors that have no bearing on an individuals ability to perform their job.