Associate Account Director

The Role

The Associate Account Director leads major accounts or a group of mid-size clients. This role blends strategy, financial management, and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Set direction for client portfolios to meet business goals
• Build and maintain senior-level client relationships
• Manage account budgets, forecasts, and overall performance
• Lead and mentor account teams to grow skills and confidence
• Work with Strategy, Creative, and Media leads to deliver integrated campaigns
• Find new growth opportunities within existing accounts
• Act as the senior point of contact for client issues and resolve them quickly
• Support new business efforts through proposals and pitches

Requirements

• Experienced in leading complex accounts and advising senior clients
• Strong leader who motivates and develops teams
• An analytical thinker who turns ideas into clear actions
• Communicates clearly and handles problems calmly
• Pays close attention to detail and manages time effectively
• Financially aware and comfortable managing account budgets
• Confident in client and executive discussions

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, or Communications
• 6–9 years of agency or client leadership experience
• 1–2 years managing teams directly
• Experience across retail, digital, media, and traditional channels
• Familiarity with Asana, HubSpot, and Google Workspace preferred

Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• A flexible spending account
• Voluntary life and accident plans
• A 401(k) retirement plan with matching

Pay

Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Based on business needs and unique job functions, some roles may be eligible for remote work. Local candidates (or those open to relocation) are preferred.