INTERNATIONAL ACCOUNT DIRECTOR

Agency : Havas Paris Job Description : HAVAS PARIS - BRAND CULTURE

We are Havas Paris. At Havas Paris, we work with brands and organisations operating in complex, highly exposed and constantly evolving environments. Brands and organisations for which culture, meaning and consistency in communication are key considerations — in France as well as internationally. Within our Brand Culture & Advertising community, consulting sits at the crossroads of brand strategy, creative advertising and social dynamics. The challenges are demanding, clients are highly involved, and expectations are high — both in terms of strategic thinking and execution.

About the role

To strengthen the team, we’re looking for an International Account Director capable of working on high-stakes communication challenges and playing a long-term role in shaping projects and client relationships. Working closely with an Associate Director, you will be fully involved in client relationships, strategic thinking and the operational delivery of international projects.

More specifically, you will:

• Contribute to the development of strategic platforms, creative territories and communication strategies
• Lead complex, multi-stakeholder projects with a high level of quality and rigour
• Help structure client relationships, ensure smooth and effective communication, and move projects forward in sometimes fast-changing environments
• Work closely with the agency and the Havas Group teams involved in the projects, both in France and internationally
• Contribute to business development and upstream strategic thinking, including recommendations, pitches and account growth
• Depending on the project, you may work on integrated campaigns and communications spanning digital, social, film, print and activation.

The profile

This role is for experienced agency professionals with a strong consulting mindset.

You are:

• Comfortable switching between strategic thinking and hands‑on delivery
• Structured, detail-oriented and solution driven when it comes to both the quality of deliverables and the processes required to achieve it
• Able to thrive in fast-paced, international and highly visible environments
• Diplomatic, confident in client relationships and comfortable working with demanding stakeholders
• Curious, committed, and genuinely interested in communication and culture.

You have:

• 5 to 7 years of experience minimum in communication or advertising agencies
• Experience contributing to the development and delivery of integrated campaigns
• Experience developing international campaigns and/or coordinating projects internationally
• Fluent English, both written and spoken, is essential, as most client interactions are conducted in English
• A desire to be part of a collaborative team and contribute to ambitious projects.

Why join us ?

Work on high-value strategic communication challenges, in France and internationally Join a community where consulting and creativity go hand in hand Take on a key role with real responsibilities and opportunities to grow Be part of an agency where high standards, curiosity and brand culture truly matter.

Position based in Puteaux (Havas Village) – available ASAP on a permanent contract (CDI).

Occasional international travel may be required depending on the projects.

Havas Paris is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Contract Type : Permanent

Here at Havas across the group we pride ourselves on being committed to offering equal opportunities to all potential employees and have zero tolerance for discrimination. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants irrespective of age, sex, race, ethnicity, disability and other factors that have no bearing on an individual’s ability to perform their job.

About Us

Founded in 1835 by Charles-Louis Havas, Havas is one of the world’s largest global communications groups, with more than 23,000 people in over 100 countries sharing one single mission: to make a meaningful difference to brands, businesses, and people.

Havas has developed a fully integrated model covering all communications activities. The teams of the three business units, Creative, Media and Health & You, work together with agility and in perfect synergy to offer clients tailor‑made, meaningful, innovative and entertainment‑oriented solutions that support them in their positive transformation.

Life at Havas

We take great pride in our Havas family. They bring many unique personalities, perspectives and passions to their work. Collaboration is at the core of how we operate, and Havas Villages are the homes we work in. We encourage our people to take advantage of our many opportunities to learn and grow. Through local agency training sessions, our unique global and development programmes, we offer our people endless opportunities to explore.

Havas Creative Network

At Havas, we believe creativity isn’t just a description of our business, it is part of our agencies’ DNA. We bring together some of the industry’s most creative and accomplished agencies. By combining creative expertise with the strategic and innovative power of our Villages, we can build seamless teams around the individual needs of each of our clients.

Havas Media Network

We create the best media experience, capitalizing on the most meaningful media to build more meaningful brands. We know how to connect a client with their target audience – in the context of where they are, through the content they pay attention to. We deliver this expertise through the Mx System, our global operating methodology and strategic planning process, that creates value for our clients by turning consumer intelligence into clear growth targets, aligning stakeholders and KPIs, and measuring the impact of media experiences.

Havas Health

Driven by human purpose and focused on the betterment of humanity through health, Havas Health & You leverages a global collection of experts and individuals to help people everywhere live healthier lives. With a spirit rooted in innovation, creativity, and education, we are dedicated to delivering consistent excellence and groundbreaking work.