Account Director (Media) - Malaysia

People Story is on the lookout for a strategic and commercially driven Account Director (Digital Media / Performance Media) to join a global digital agency in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Our client is an established digital media agency and is looking for a talented Account Director to lead senior client relationships for one of their biggest accounts in Asia.

Key Responsibilities

Spearhead key client relationships and act as a trusted strategic partner for senior stakeholders across the region.
Anticipate client needs, proactively shape agendas, and resolve issues before they escalate.
Translate complex business challenges into clear strategy frameworks and compelling narratives.
Own quality control of all client-facing deliverables, including regional decks, frameworks, and strategic narratives.
Manage trade-offs between short-term efficiency and long-term brand growth, framing recommendations clearly for senior stakeholders.
Bring structure, clarity, and strong governance to complex, multi-market programs.
Coach and mentor Senior Managers, Planners, and cross-functional team members across the region.
Stay up to date with trends in media, MarTech, measurement, and creative to identify and develop new revenue opportunities.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in media agencies with a proven track record managing regional accounts across Southeast Asia (SEA). Full-funnel media campaign experience is highly preferred.
Experience managing large regional clients and engaging with senior stakeholders across multiple markets.
Strong knowledge of Search, Social, and Programmatic channels, with deep expertise in Search and Social.
Comfortable navigating industry research platforms such as Sensor Tower, Similarweb, GWI, and WARC.
Commercially proactive, hands-on, and highly delivery-oriented with a focus on delivering top-quality campaigns.
Fluency in both English and Mandarin Chinese is required.

*This role is only open to candidates who do not require visa sponsorships. Those who require visa sponsorships will unfortunately not be shortlisted.

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