Account Director – Integrated Communications

About the role

You will lead integrated communications strategies, act as a trusted advisor to C‑suite clients, manage multiple accounts and mentor high‑performing teams across APAC.

Key responsibilities

• Lead integrated communications strategies that drive business impact across earned, owned, and paid channels.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior and C‑suite clients, delivering clear, strategic counsel.
• Manage multiple accounts, ensuring exceptional work quality, profitability, and smooth execution.
• Mentor and grow teams, fostering a collaborative, high‑performing environment.
• Build strong media and ecosystem relationships across technology sectors.
• Identify opportunities, solve challenges proactively, and shape long‑term client and agency growth.
• Support new‑business pitches and help scale Hoffman methodologies regionally.

Required profile

• Strategic thinker with strong business and storytelling instincts.
• Confident communicator who influences senior stakeholders with clarity and empathy.
• Team builder who inspires talent and elevates performance.
• Digitally savvy, data‑aware, and plugged into emerging technology trends.
• Commercially minded problem‑solver thriving in fast‑moving environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, PR, marketing or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in public relations, integrated communications or marketing, preferably agency‑based.
• Fluency in Mandarin and English to support cross‑market communications.
• Proven success leading regional or multi‑market client accounts with measurable business impact.
• Deep understanding of technology, B2B or digital ecosystems.
• Strong strategic planning skills translating client goals into compelling campaigns.
• Expertise in media relations, storytelling and senior stakeholder engagement.
• Hands‑on experience managing cross‑functional teams and mentoring mid‑level leaders.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with commercial acumen balancing creativity and profitability.
• Comfortable operating in fast‑paced, multicultural, matrix environments across APAC or global markets.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Four‑week paid sabbatical after four years of service.
• Inclusive, diverse workplace culture.