Saatchi & Saatchi New Zealand has announced the promotion of Annabel Rees to general manager -clients, effective immediately.
With nearly two decades of experience in the agency landscape across the UK and New Zealand, Rees has built a reputation for developing high‑performing teams and steering complex, high‑value client relationships.
Since joining Saatchi & Saatchi NZ in 2021, Rees has led major accounts and championed a culture of team cohesion and delivering excellence.
In her expanded remit as general manager – clients, Rees will lead client services, setting the standard for strategy, commercial performance, creative impact and client growth.
A standout leader
Mark Cochrane, CEO of Saatchi & Saatchi NZ, says: “Annabel is a standout leader whose influence is felt across every part of the business.
“Her commitment to our clients, her ability to build deep and trusted relationships and her unwavering drive to deliver transformative thinking and culturally led creativity make her an invaluable part of our growth story.
“This promotion reflects not only her impact to date, but the even greater role she will play in shaping the next chapter of Saatchi & Saatchi NZ.”
Rees adds: “I’m incredibly proud of the work we’re doing and the momentum we’re building with our clients. Saatchi & Saatchi is an agency with huge ambition and a belief that nothing is impossible.
“I’m energised by the opportunity to help lead our teams into a new phase of growth and to continue strengthening the partnerships that make exceptional creativity possible.”
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