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Saudi Arabia, Riyadh · Job Posted January 19, 2026
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Our client, a global media agency network, is seeking a seasoned Business Director to join their growing leadership team in Saudi Arabia. This role will play a critical part in driving client growth, leading senior relationships, and shaping strategic media output across key accounts in the market. As Business Director, you will take ownership of a portfolio of high-profile clients, acting as the senior strategic and commercial lead. You will work closely with regional and local leadership to ensure best-in-class media thinking, strong financial performance, and the development of high-performing teams.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead senior client relationships and act as the primary strategic partner
  • Own the overall account performance, including revenue growth, profitability, and delivery
  • Drive integrated media strategy across digital, offline, data, and performance channels
  • Identify and convert new business and organic growth opportunities within existing accounts
  • Partner with planning, performance, and activation teams to ensure excellence in execution
  • Lead, mentor, and develop senior team members and future leaders
  • Ensure governance, compliance, and operational best practice across accounts
  • Collaborate with regional and global stakeholders on cross-market initiatives

Requirements

  • 10+ years’ experience within a media agency environment
  • Proven experience operating at Business Director / Account Director / Client Lead level
  • Strong understanding of the KSA media landscape and regional market dynamics
  • Demonstrated ability to manage large, complex client relationships
  • Commercially savvy with experience owning P&L or revenue targets
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
  • Experience working within a global or multinational agency network

Nice to have

Arabic language skills are advantageous but not essential

What we offer

  • Opportunity to join a leading global media agency at a pivotal growth stage in KSA
  • Exposure to flagship regional and global clients
  • Strong career progression within an international network
  • Competitive salary and benefits package aligned with the Saudi market
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