Strategic Digital Leadership Opportunity

3 weeks ago


Old Toronto, Canada Dept Agency Full time

Join a new model of agency that's big enough to cope and small enough to care.

About Us

We're born digital and have a deep skillset in tech and marketing, with people across 20+ countries. We provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive.

This role is part of our Personalized Creative team, specializing in hyper-personalized, digital communications for clients like eBay, Ancestry, Walmart, and more.

Job Overview

This is a 6-month contract role located in Toronto, ideal for someone who can work in-office 1-2 times a week. As a Senior Account Director, you'll lead senior client partnerships, develop annual strategies, oversee content creation, manage teams, and ensure successful delivery of multiple campaigns.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop annual strategies with senior clients
  • Oversee teams to create brilliant digital content (creative, production)
  • Lead, motivate, and inspire your team
  • Manage briefs from start-to-finish, ensuring timely delivery
  • Liaise with clients and manage expectations
  • Communicate feedback to designers, copywriters, and developers
  • Ensure feedback requirements are met while protecting our values/brand
  • Plan and manage team workloads, keeping the Group Account Director and clients informed
  • Become a trusted adviser to clients by understanding their business, strategies, objectives, brand, audiences, and challenges
  • Work closely with creative and strategy teams to oversee statements of work/proposals
  • Maintain a strategic overview of assigned accounts, conducting regular internal client-facing reviews
  • Effectively lead teams and inspire others to achieve goals through innovation, quality, and excellence
  • Identify employee potential and match project tasks to maximize growth
  • Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and recommend promotions or salary increases

You'll be an excellent fit if:

  • You're a fast learner with a solutions-oriented mindset and strong attention to detail
  • You have experience delivering multi-channel marketing communications, including digital and direct
  • You're extremely organized and able to prioritize projects, partner with other teams and clients, and manage expectations
  • You can discuss tools and processes used for project management, as well as creative approaches or business strategies
  • You're able to work under pressure, meet deadlines with ease, and maintain a high level of efficiency
  • You have a deep understanding of production and interactive processes and experience reviewing creative
  • You're commercially driven with experience handling budgets and timelines
  • You have proven business development experience and success
  • You possess resource management skills and ability to handle complex/sensitive issues
  • You have experience leading others directly and managing a team

We Offer:

  • A competitive salary range of $120,000 - $150,000 per year, depending on experience
  • A flexible, hybrid working policy
  • A Buddy Program: You'll be paired with a 'Buddy' to help you through your first weeks at DEPT
  • A reputation for doing good, with opportunities to work with clients of all sizes and industries
  • Global annual DEPT Cares Month, where employees come together to donate their skills to support local charities
  • Tons of Office perks in our Toronto office


  • Old Toronto, Canada Engine Digital Full time

    At Engine Digital, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Director to lead our digital strategy initiatives.Job SummaryWe are looking for a talented individual with a strong background in digital strategy, team leadership, and client management. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions...


  • Old Toronto, Canada Loblaw Digital Full time

    OverviewLoblaw Digital is the innovative force behind Canada's largest retailer, empowering a seamless online shopping experience for millions of Canadians.We are seeking an exceptional leader to join our team as Director of Product Management, PC Express Fulfillment, playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of e-commerce and retail operations.SalaryThe...


  • Old Toronto, Canada Radio Canada International Full time

    Job Title: Strategic Leadership Opportunity in OntarioLocation: Ontario, CanadaJob Type: Full-timeSalary: $120,000 - $180,000 per yearIndustry: Media and BroadcastingJob Category: ManagementCompany OverviewRadio-Canada International is a leading media organization in Canada, dedicated to providing high-quality news and entertainment content to our audience....


  • Old Toronto, Canada Loblaw Digital Full time

    We are seeking a strategic and passionate leader to drive the vision, roadmap, and execution of best-in-class digital experiences across all customer touchpoints for Joe Fresh e-commerce.Key Responsibilities:Develop and execute a comprehensive digital experience strategy that aligns with overall business objectives and drives customer acquisition,...


  • Old Toronto, Canada Sun Life Financial Full time

    Director, Digital Marketing ServicesWe are seeking an experienced leader to join our team as the Director of Digital Marketing Services.This role will be responsible for leading a team of marketing professionals in managing digital capabilities, advisor experience and relationship, and consultation with advisors.The successful candidate will have 5-10 years...


  • Old Toronto, Canada Candy Digital Full time

    Candy Digital: A Leader in Digital ProductionWe are seeking an experienced Managing Director to drive revenue growth, provide strategic leadership, and oversee business operations at Candy Digital, a specialist digital production studio based in Toronto.As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and executing strategic plans to...


  • Old Toronto, Canada Apply Digital Full time

    About Apply DigitalAt Apply Digital, we're a global digital transformation partner for change agents. Our expertise spans business transformation strategy, product design & development, commerce, platform engineering, data intelligence, and more. We empower our clients to modernize their organizations and deliver meaningful impact. Our 650+ team members have...


  • Old Toronto, Canada Engine Digital Full time

    Job Description:At Engine Digital, we're looking for a seasoned professional to lead our client success team as a Digital Marketing Director. This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in digital marketing and account management to drive business growth and deliver exceptional results for our clients.We're seeking a strategic thinker with a...


  • Old Toronto, Canada Engine Digital Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Digital Marketing Strategist to join our team at Elite Digital. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a talented group of professionals and contribute to the success of our clients.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute strategic marketing plans that drive results for our clients.Manage multiple client...


  • Old Toronto, Canada Digital Associates Full time

    Role SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Digital Solutions Strategist to lead our digital initiatives and oversee the development of cutting-edge software solutions.About the RoleThis is a senior leadership position that requires a strategic leader with a passion for digital innovation and a proven track record in delivering transformative software...


  • Old Toronto, Canada Apply Digital Full time

    About the OpportunityWe are seeking a highly experienced Chief Digital Transformation Officer to join our team at Apply Digital. As a key member of our Technology Leadership Team, you will play a vital role in driving transformative change within client organizations.The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of technology leadership, with expertise...


  • Old Toronto, Canada Loblaw Digital Full time

    Loblaw Digital is a pioneering team transforming the way Canadians shop through leading eCommerce experiences. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Digital Experience Strategist to lead the vision, roadmap, and execution of best-in-class digital experiences across all customer touchpoints for Joe Fresh e-commerce.The successful candidate will be a champion...


  • Old Toronto, Canada Loblaw Digital Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Director of Account Management to join our team at Loblaw Digital.The Ideal CandidateThis role requires someone with 7-10 years of experience in a directly relevant field, with a proven track record of leading cross-functional project leadership and managing high-priority projects.Your Key...


  • Old Toronto, Canada Digital Associates Full time

    Digital AssociatesCompany OverviewDigital Associates is a leading provider of innovative insurance solutions, utilizing cutting-edge technology to transform the customer experience for millions of Canadians.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly experienced and strategic leader to oversee the development of our digital initiatives as Vice President of...


  • Old Toronto, Canada Weareother Full time

    Job Description:We are seeking an experienced Digital Leadership Director to join our team at Weareother. In this role, you will be responsible for setting the strategic vision and executional roadmap for our client service practice and client partnerships.About the Role:Key Responsibilities:Strategic Client LeadershipDevelop and implement a touchpoints...


  • Old Toronto, Canada Engine Digital Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Digital Marketing Director to join our team at Engine Digital. In this key role, you will be responsible for leading the direction of our agency's digital marketing efforts and overseeing the development of innovative marketing strategies that drive results.ResponsibilitiesDirect and indirect...


  • Old Toronto, Canada LCBO (Liquor Control Board of Ontario) Full time

    LCBO Job Opportunity:Are you a seasoned digital leader with expertise in eCommerce and omnichannel retail? We're seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the role of Strategic Digital Channels Director.We offer a competitive salary of $166,577.78 - $270,688.89, commensurate with experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities...


  • Old Toronto, Canada Business Executive Coach Full time

    We are seeking a visionary and results-driven Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our organization towards new heights.The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership qualities, a deep understanding of business operations, and a commitment to the organization's mission and values.Develop and execute long-term and short-term strategies to achieve...


  • Old Toronto, Canada Loblaw Digital Full time

    Loblaw Digital is a leading Canadian retailer's digital arm, responsible for building and operating its online businesses.We're looking for a skilled Director of Internships to join our team in downtown Toronto.The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years of experience in a directly relevant field, with demonstrated cross-functional project leadership...


  • Old Toronto, Canada Apply Digital Ltd. Full time

    Drive Business Growth with Our Technology Director RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Technology Director to join our team at Apply Digital Ltd.The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of technology leadership, strong experience in system design and technical architecture, and a comprehensive understanding of web and mobile software...