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Location: London (hybrid)
Practice: Lifescapes – Consumer, Retail, Financial & Destination Communications
Who we are
At Four Agency, we create the stories that shape tomorrow’s cities, brands and experiences. From shopping destinations and global finance to culture, travel and lifestyle—our Lifescapes practice helps brilliant brands belong in the lives of real people.
You might know our clients, but it’s the strategy, creativity and insight behind the scenes that make us different. Were independent, international, and at the cutting edge of AI-powered communications. With purpose-led values, top-tier training, and a commitment to inclusion, this is a place where people and ideas grow.
What you’ll do
As Account Director, youll:
* Lead major campaigns for iconic financial, retail and destination brands across the UK and internationally
* Shape strategic storytelling, brand comms, media plans and influencer engagement across earned, owned, shared & paid
* Be the senior day-to-day client lead—trusted advisor, bold thinker, sharp operator
* Manage multiple teams, projects and priorities with empathy, commercial acumen and style
* Inspire, mentor and champion junior team members and rising grads
* Collaborate with our AI prompt engineers, insight analysts, film producers, designers and strategists
* Help win the next great piece of business—proposals, pitches, market insight, ideas
What You Bring
We’re looking for someone with:
* 5+ years’ agency-side experience in consumer comms, destination PR or personal finance storytelling
* Proven success in account leadership, media relations, and cross-channel delivery
* Excellent communication skills and client relationship flair
* A head for strategy, a heart for culture, and an eye for detail
* Experience running high-performance teams and contributing to agency growth
What We Offer
* Independent, international, award-winning: a strategic seat at the table, not a cog in the machine
* AI-enabled thinking: world-class tools & training to supercharge your ideas
* Real progression: clear leadership pathways, inspiring mentorship and career development
* Purpose in action: paid volunteering, sustainability networks, inclusion groups
* People-first benefits: private health, pension, salary reviews, hybrid flexibility
* Brilliant minds: work with the best in media, design, AI, strategy, and storytelling
Why this role matters
This is your chance to shape how brands engage in a complex, fast-moving world—from global loyalty programmes to Britain’s favourite shopping streets to iconic Middle Eastern destinations.
If you want to be at the centre of ideas, innovation and impact—this one’s for you.
Apply now via careers@four.agency with your CV, cover letter and anything else that showcases your spark. Quote LIFESCAPES AD 2025
We thank all applicants for their interest however only those invited for interview will be contacted.
We do not accept CVs from agencies.
Location: London (preferred). Cardiff or Sheffield (possible)
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
* Industries
Public Relations and Communications Services and Marketing Services
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