The RoleWe're delighted to announce that Spark Foundry, a part of Core, are now hiring for a Client Director for maternity cover. Please note this is a fixed term contract for 1 year. This role assumes responsibility for managing multiple client accounts. This role requires strongleadership and project management skills and also requires collaboration and communicationwith the wider company in order to add value to clients business. The ideal candidate shouldhave strong people management skills as well as having a focus on strategy, innovation,execution and client service excellence. Responsibilities / Key Performance Indictors (KPIs):The role of Client Director is to be the client lead for clients. The Client Director is responsiblefor the development and the deployment of the media strategy, including ownership andquality control of the whole media planning process from strategy to delivery. They will instil aculture of innovation within the team as well as have a clear understanding of the strengthsand opportunity offered by each Practice area in Core and the benefit that they can lend tosolving our clients problems. The Client Director is also responsible for people management ofall of their direct reports including management and recording of PMAD and day to dayfeedback. AGENCY PERFORMANCE Day to day senior client contact with overall ownership of the delivery of the campaignincluding mid-campaign performance Must have a clear understanding of their clients businesses, their pressures and the keypriorities for the year. Responsible for the development and delivery of the media strategy at a client level.This includes project management within Core across all relevant Practices andCentral Teams with responsibility for campaign delivery Topline media budget setting annuallyResponsible for fostering a culture of creativity and innovation within the team, centralto this is running effective ideation sessions and ensuring that they are strategicallyaligned Operational oversight of media team, allocation of team resource and management ofclient timelimes Quality assurance on media rationale and media channel selection as well as the finalpoint of sign-off Participation in pitches including presentation deliveryTakes time to meet with and work collaboratively with key media owners to deliverinnovative media partnerships Client Relationship management including delivery of ongoing proactivityManage all audited related data for audited clients including the following; providingaccurate and timely media plans to the auditor at the agreed timelines, reviewing preaudit decks with the Business Director in advance of audit and coordinating feedbackto auditors, help BD to identify Core attendees to the audit meeting and manage thecoordination of the meetings with auditors and internal attendees, coordinate anddeliver post audit review and recommendation with all relevant teams within Coreincluding Investment, Channel Planning, Strategy, etc. Represent the agency at industry/ client eventsCOMMERCIAL PERFORMANCE Demonstrate a strong understanding of the individual client's income targetsDemonstrate a strong comprehension and application of the relevant client's contractBusiness Development with existing client portfolio to drive collaborative income linesEmpower the team to focus on an active and effective management of Aged DebtChampion a professional culture of time management and approve timesheets fordirect reports on a weekly basis Champion a professional culture of compliance recognising the impact that strongprocess and operations has on our performance Have a very clear understanding of performance bonuses within client contracts, and aproactive approach to managing the delivery of these KPIs Responsible for the accurate and timely forecasting of income per client across allincome lines and media TALENT MANAGEMENT Take responsibility for setting a high professional standard within the teamincluding taking ownership of and responsibility for all Quarterly reviews,presentations and all client interactions Be the gate-keeper of what 'best-in-class' agency output looks likeMentor and manage the team by giving insightful developmental feedback to teammembers and colleagues specifically managing:o Monthly catch upso Quarterly performance reviewso Annual 360 reviews Take ownership of the management of the team via Personio and update progresswithin the Performance section and ensure attendance in Core Learning managementtraining Ensure strong and appropriate day-to-day delegation of tasks among each teammember to effectively manage workloads and pressure Demonstrate and encourage an accuracy culture ensuring team members giveadequate attention to detail and follow processes as instructed Upholds the Core Values in actions and wordsEncourage and embrace the collaborative Core cultureChampion and commit to deliver internal training for the team with Core LearningYour profileEXPERIENCE Previous media experience in a similar rolePrevious experience managing a team of peopleHighly proficient in all Microsoft Office programsExperience project managing large scale, complex media campaigns is essentialHigh level of business and financial acumenPerson Specification Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsGood listener - ability to understand what the client requirements areWell presented and confidentTeam player - be solution focused, and responsible for the development and motivationof junior team members Have the ability to self-manage and work on ones own initiativeTo be energetic, innovative and creative when communicating with clients andcolleagues Learn on a continuous basis while also sharing knowledgeLeadership skills – take the lead role during brainstorming sessions, review new areasof opportunity for the company, generate new ideas for clients and the organisation Highly organised individual that can manage multiple teams and their delivery of workStrategic thinker - think more strategically about the clients and their business, be ableto see where improvements can be made and implement these changes Understands and appreciates the benefit of processes and how it links to companysuccess Take an interest in the management and implementation of new revenue streams forthe companyWhy us?Flexible and hybrid working, within the Republic of Ireland. This role requires two days in office in our offices in 1 Windmill Lane, Dublin 2.24/7 access to professional development through LinkedIn Learning along with career progression and mentoringThe opportunity to work across a huge range of clients within so many different categories from sport, retail, food and drink, to alcohol, insurance, banking and so much more21 days annual leave plus a day off on your birthday, company closure days at Christmas and early finish on bank holiday FridaysA company culture that promotes work-life balanceFamily-focused benefits including paid maternity and paternity leave as well as maternity phase back program, fertility treatment supports and paid pregnancy loss leaveAccess to mental health and well-being programs including paid health insurance for you and your dependents under 18Professional financial advice; employer contributory pension and life assuranceMake a difference by joining our D&I, CSR, Green, Social or Great Place to Work committees; you'll get an extra days leave for your efforts.And lots more …Salary Range€60,000 - €70,000 DOEAbout usCore is Ireland's largest marketing communications company with over 400 people working across the key areas of marketing communications - research, data science, strategy, planning, creative development and implementation. We are now a collective of nine practices, working towards a single purpose - to expand the possibilities of what brands can achieve. At Core, we believe that change can move us forward and compel us towards new possibilities. Our wonderful people are at the centre of our success. It is essential that we keep building a high-trust working environment that supports our people and enables them to flourish. There is no magic formula for becoming a great place to work. Instead, it involves working together, through constant change, to match the personal dreams and ambitions of our people with the aspirations of the organisation.Over the years, we have cemented our position as a great place to work, with 2025 being voted 8 Best Large Workplace in Ireland. Additionally, we are recognised as a Best Workplace for Women, and Best Workplace for Health & Wellbeing. 2025 was our best year yet, and we're excited to have you join us and our continued success.