Account Lead - Marketing

About the role

Lions International is the largest service club organization in the world. Our 1.4 million members are serving locally and globally to help take on some of the biggest challenges facing humanity. Every Lion and club are supported by our international association. More than 300 Lions International staff members are constantly working on tools and technology to enhance Lions' service.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary point of contact for assigned Marketing programs and division accounts.
• Aid in executing marketing plans that support and promote the business goals of assigned areas (e.g., Lions International Strategic Plan, Convention, Service Activities, Leadership Development, Membership, etc.).
• Lead the annual marketing planning process for Marketing division-led programs and other divisions. This includes identifying the right mix of digital and traditional marketing channels to translate priorities into actionable solutions.
• Manage projects and teams to ensure completion of projects on time and on budget; responsible for ensuring Marketing achieves milestones within scope, schedule and budget (cost).
• Develop project plans and briefs, lead status meetings and maintain production schedules using in-house project management technology.
• Work with an assigned Creative Lead to coordinate creative plans and allocate creative resources.
• Gain cross-functional alignment with other teams and departments.
• Communicate and report project status to stakeholders on a regular basis.
• Work with Brand & Creative Team Manager and Account & Marketing Strategy Dept. Manager to negotiate and resolve any conflicts due to resourcing, prioritization, scheduling, changes, etc.
• Cultivate positive communication between departments in the Marketing division.
• Develop best practices, refine division processes, mentor and coach associate team members, as needed.
• Lead RFP processes and manage agency and vendor teams, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B.S. or B.A.) from a four-year college or university or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of related experience (e.g., account or project management with a marketing background).
• Experience working with an agency or internal creative department.
• Experience in digital advertising preferred.
• Global marketing and localization experience is a plus.
• Strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Skills

• Project management skills.
• Marketing strategy and planning.
• Collaboration and communication.
• Leadership and mentoring.
• Agency and vendor management.

Benefits

Lions International offers:

• Three weeks paid time off
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
• Flex spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• 401K with employer match
• Reimbursable training
• Casual dress
• Flexible and hybrid work schedules (2-3 days per week in office)

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Varies based on department needs.