ACCOUNT DEVELOPMENT LEAD
NielsenIle-de-France, France
Posted February 10, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Nielsen is a global leader in audience measurement and analytics, delivering data-driven insights across media and entertainment. The company collects and analyzes consumer behavior across television, radio, streaming, digital platforms, and print, providing independent intelligence that helps advertisers, agencies, and content creators optimize reach and engagement. With operations in more than 55 countries, Nielsen's cross-channel expertise and commitment to accuracy and innovation enable clients to anticipate trends and connect with audiences now and into the future. Its distinctive value lies in combining rigorous measurement, actionable insights, and a forward-looking approach that supports strategic decision-making across marketing, media planning, and entertainment. This blend of global reach, methodological rigor, and client-centric solutions positions Nielsen as the trusted partner for media and content stakeholders worldwide.
Job Description
As the account development lead for the cluster, you will play a key role in partnering with the regional CMI team of one of our clients, the CMI cluster leader and local teams. Your mission will be to strengthen and develop strategic partnerships 'as a one team' (with the support of the Regional Customer Success Lead and the Regional Customer Care Lead) by providing excellent service through high-quality data, data-driven insights, and expert solutions.
Requirements
- Strong and inspiring leader who thrives in an international and customer-oriented environment.
- Collaborative by nature, able to establish priorities effectively and excel in managing multiple tasks.
- Comfortable with different cultures and able to navigate complex and constantly evolving environments.
- Able to establish and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, promoting long-term trust and collaboration.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in an FMCG or consulting environment, including at least 3 years (ideally 5 years) in a market research or consulting firm (consumer panel).
- Effective in high-level communications, influence, and negotiation.
- Excellent knowledge of market conditions and client commercial environment.
- Demonstrated experience in creating and increasing year-over-year revenue.
- Knowledge of NIQ tools, applications, and platforms is an advantage.
- Project management skills.
- Excellent English communication skills.
Benefits
- Full-time employment.
- Hybrid working environment: 2 days of remote work per week and flexible working hours.
- Recent building at the foot of T2, 12 minutes from La Défense.
- On-site gym, Quiet Room, Game Room, and company restaurant.