If you’re pinned down by a lack of opportunity for growth & career satisfaction, do read on. This is an opening with a superlative agency which has invested heavily in creating a culture which builds careers and personal development. You'll have the added advantage of being surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the business, from strategists, planners and copywriters to content creators, media specialists and creatives.The role:Acknowledged as one of the most innovative agencies in the area, they’ve always adopted a flexible working policy and have some superb benefits - you will be joining a team which has many several awards and accolades over the years, and you will also be given the chance to work on clients which have an international presence. Set in the heart of Manchester, in a sublime office setting, all geared towards staff welfare & development, and the level of their offering is way ahead of the curve.They are in the process of growing their senior team and this Account Director role is ideal for someone with experience advising organisations at a senior level, who enjoys leading client programmes and developing teams, through mentoring, encouragement and guidance. The role has a lean towards planning and strategy development, with a particular focus on clients in the retail and FMCG sectors and you’ll need a deep understanding of the landscape in which they operate.Their portfolio boasts a wonderful mix of clients, most of which are iconic names, on both a national and global scale, where you’ll be alongside a team of top draw practitioners, providing endless opportunity for personal development.What we’re looking for:Their work is a driver for growth & innovation, combining deep customer insight, powerful creative ideas, and first-class execution, where they always approach it from a quality perspective - both creative and strategic. They have a tried & tested record of illuminating the brand presence of their clients to unprecedented levels & your role will be to harness and add value to these relationships. After all, an agency is only as good as its client relationships, and it’s your job to make sure they are as strong and strategic as possible.If you’re interested in, and have a background in working with consumer brands in the FMCG or retail space, this is worth consideration, as it’s a superb consultancy which has thrived and thrived, even through some tough economic times. Its all been down to the quality of people on board, and how it all pulls together. This role does need someone that has a slightly more strategic head on their shoulders and can offer insightful and pragmatic advice to their clients.You’ll most likely be operating at SAM or AD level, be used to providing senior counsel, ideally within the retail or FMCG sectors & enjoy leading & guiding teams, in a cohesive & diplomatic manner. You’ll need an impactful communication style that inspires others, with a fair few years’ experience within an agency or in-house setting. You’re also looking to work in a creative and innovative agency setting that prides themselves on the quality of their client service.What’s on offerAn agency which has consistently ranked among the top agencies to work for in the UK, offering a culture based on fairness & strong values, plus extensive employee benefits & perks, all of which are geared towards a balanced career & life outside of the professional environment. Once in, it’s easy to see why so many people have stayed for long periods and excelled in every possible way - personally & professionally.A salary of between £45 - £55,000 plus an extensive array of benefits & this agency really values career progression and development and are renowned for enhancing the lives of their people.