Account Director

Account Director - Sport & Entertainment  

MSQ Sport + Entertainment | Amsterdam 

MSQ Sport + Entertainment Amsterdam is growing - fast. We're building something ambitious: an agency that sits at the intersection of sport, entertainment and culture, creating work that doesn't just show up - but breaks through. 

We're looking for an Account Director to join the team and play a key role in shaping that journey. 

You won't be managing from a distance or running process for its own sake. You'll be working closely with leadership, directly with clients, and deeply embedded in the work - helping to drive strategy, unlock creativity, and deliver campaigns that move culture and earn real attention. 

Based in our vibrant and buzzing Amsterdam city-centre office, you'll be part of a team that’s ambitious, collaborative and genuinely fun to be part of. 

We're ideally looking for a Netherlands-based candidate who works confidently in English across our international client base - Dutch language skills are a strong plus. 

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The role 

As an Account Director, you'll lead key client relationships and drive the delivery of high-impact, culture-led work across sport, entertainment and partnerships. 

You will: 

• Lead the day-to-day running of key client accounts, building trusted, senior relationships 

• Act as the bridge between clients and internal teams, ensuring clarity, momentum and quality 

• Shape briefs and projects together with strategy and creative teams - turning challenges into inspiring work 

• Oversee the delivery of integrated campaigns across partnerships, social, PR, content and live experiences 

• Guide clients towards brave, culturally relevant ideas that drive real impact 

• Manage timelines, budgets and scope, ensuring work is delivered on time and on point 

• Identify opportunities for organic growth within accounts 

• Support on new business opportunities and pitches where needed 

• Bring fresh thinking, cultural insight and energy into both the work and client conversations 

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What makes a great Account Director at MSQ Sport + Entertainment 

Client leadership 

• Builds strong, trusted relationships with senior stakeholders 

• Confident guiding clients and challenging them when needed 

• Positions MSQ as a true strategic and creative partner 

Strategic & creative thinking 

• Understands how brands grow through culture, not just campaigns 

• Works closely with strategy and creative to shape strong, clear briefs 

• Champions bold ideas and helps bring them to life 

Campaign & delivery excellence 

• Oversees complex, multi-channel campaigns from start to finish 

• Keeps projects running smoothly on time and on budget 

• Maintains a high standard across everything that goes out the door 

Team leadership 

• Supports and mentors Account Managers and Executives 

• Creates a positive, collaborative team environment 

• Leads by example - calm, clear, and solutions-focused 

Commercial mindset 

• Understands budgets, scopes and profitability 

• Spots opportunities to grow accounts and add value 

• Balances creative ambition with commercial reality 

Cultural awareness 

• Deep interest in sport, entertainment, creators and fan culture 

• Plugged into what's happening now - and what's coming next 

• Understands how brands can show up meaningfully in culture 

What we're looking for 

• 5-8 years' experience in account management, sponsorships, partnerships, PR or integrated marketing 

• Experience leading multi-channel campaigns across content, social, PR, sponsorships, partnerships or experiences 

• Strong client management and stakeholder skills 

• Confident working across strategy, creative and production teams 

• Fluent in English (Dutch is a strong plus) 

• A proactive, solutions-driven mindset 

• Someone who wants to build, not just manage