Growth & Client Director (Nordics)

About SAMY

SAMY is the global powerhouse leading the evolution of brand communication. We help brands matter in a social-first world through research, creativity, technology, and integrated influencer marketing to deliver impactful, data-driven solutions and drive growth for brands. With over 1000 employees in 15+ offices across 18 countries (Europe, U.S., Latin America) and operating in 55 markets, SAMY serves over 100 leading clients, specializing in award-winning, end-to-end digital campaigns.

Mission

As Client & Growth Director, you will serve as the senior strategic lead across key client accounts, building trusted partnerships while driving sustainable account growth. Acting as the bridge between Nordics clients and global agency teams, you will ensure projects are strategically planned, commercially sound and seamlessly delivered across markets.

You will combine client leadership, commercial oversight and strategic thinking to help clients achieve measurable business outcomes while strengthening long-term agency partnerships. This role is central to maintaining momentum, clarity and excellence across integrated social, digital and influencer campaigns.

Job Functions

Client Leadership & Relationship Management

• Act as the senior day-to-day strategic lead for key client accounts.

• Build strong, credible and trusted client relationships across Nordics and international stakeholders.

• Lead client meetings, presentations and strategic reviews with confidence and clarity.

• Manage client expectations proactively, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and partnership.

• Provide calm, solutions-oriented leadership during challenging situations or escalations.

Growth & Business Development

• Identify opportunities to grow existing accounts through expanded services, new channels, integrated campaigns and international expansion.

• Partner with clients to uncover business challenges and recommend innovative marketing solutions.

• Support pitches, proposals and strategic recommendations that contribute to agency growth.

• Drive organic account growth through strong relationship management and strategic consultancy.

Strategic Campaign Leadership

• Oversee the planning and execution of integrated campaigns across organic social, paid media and influencer marketing.

• Ensure campaign strategies align with client objectives, audience insights and commercial goals.

• Translate client briefs into clear, actionable plans for internal teams.

• Maintain oversight of timelines, deliverables, risks and quality standards across multiple projects and markets.

Commercial & Operational Management

• Own account profitability, resourcing and budget management across your portfolio.

• Ensure projects are scoped accurately and delivered efficiently within agreed budgets.

• Monitor financial performance, identify risks early and implement practical solutions.

• Maintain strong commercial discipline while balancing client needs and agency objectives.

Performance & Insight

• Review campaign performance data and reporting to identify trends, opportunities and areas for improvement.

• Translate insights into strategic recommendations and actionable next steps for clients.

• Ensure reporting demonstrates measurable impact and business value.

Global Collaboration & Team Leadership

• Act as the key liaison between clients and international agency teams, ensuring alignment and clear communication.

• Collaborate across global teams to improve processes, workflows and consistency of delivery.

• Lead, mentor and support Senior Account Managers and wider account teams.

• Foster accountability, professional development and high performance within the team.