DAC Group Chicago Inc
Director, Client Services
DAC Group Chicago Inc, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Leading digital performance marketing agency seeks a Director, Client Services
Do you have the
enthusiasm
to rise to each challenge, the
execution
to drive outrageous performance, the
curiosity
to continually expand your knowledge, and the
courage
to propose original solutions to perplexing problems? Then you may have just found the perfect opportunity at a performance marketing agency like no other.
This role includes the account direction of digital media, content marketing strategy, web and application development, and overall program and client service management. The successful account director will engage with the media, development, SEO, analytics and strategy teams and be responsible to ensure the various teams work toward delivering business results for our clients. This includes leading internal and client teams, leading client-facing deliverables, and leading client presentations. You will have strong people leadership skills, excellent client relationship management experience, as well as a high level of financial acumen.
Sound like your kind of thing? Let's get to the details!
What you get
The opportunity to shape the future—yours and ours—at one of the world's most significant performance marketing agencies with offices across the US, Canada, and Europe.
A diverse, equitable, and inclusive (DEI) environment where you can bring your whole self to work.
A host of perks and benefits, including flexible hours, hybrid working models, employee assistance, and days off to recharge.
What we get
7+ years experience in a client services position, managing clients and responsible for account growth
3+ years working for an advertising agency, managing digital programs (e.g. SEO, SEM, Social Media, Mobile, etc.)
2+ years experience leading an account team and related budget
Experience managing Fortune 500 companies
Project Management experience
Strong writing, communication, and presentation skills
Experience presenting and selling to high-level decision-makers at enterprise brands with a national scope
Experience developing strategic plans with clients
Strong proficiency in MS Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel
University degree in a related field
Responsibilities
Provide senior account direction and people leadership to our high-performance team of Account Managers and Executives.
Develop a firm understanding of the client’s industry, marketing strategy and goals
Look for opportunities to grow existing client relationships.
Manage internal aspects of project implementation including preparation of client engagement briefings and proposals, tracking client data, QA validation, and reporting of internal and external client activities and communications
Develop internal relationships with all internal teams to ensure collaboration that delivers on set client objectives and goals
Monitor established program KPIs and ensures that the program performance meets the agreed-upon client KPIs.
Support major new business initiatives including client pitches, RFP responses, and marketing events
Develop productive business relationships and alliances with senior executives with our clients in order to manage day-to-day program-related inquiries and deliverables.
Build and enhance relationships with clients.
Deliver effective and efficient documentation, communication and dissemination of information regarding client activities and client administrative procedures.
Work with clients to complete a specific project brief and coordinate client approvals.
Create Contact Reports, Status Reports, and Budget Reports in accordance with DAC’s standards for quality and accuracy.
Development of annual account plans that meet revenue growth and profit margin targets for assigned clients.
Ongoing ownership of client financial health including revenue delivery, growth, and profitability
Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of DAC’s product offerings, including web and digital development, media, and analytics
Remain knowledgeable about ongoing program activities
Serve as a thought leader internally and externally through knowledge-sharing, blog and whitepaper development, and industry event participation
Work Model: This role requires two in-office days per week, with three days in-office during the three-month orientation period. Remote work is not available for this position.
What's next?
We simply want to know what makes you special. Send us an application that showcases your talent—and your personality—and shows us how you would thrive in our unique agency environment.
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Do you have the
enthusiasm
to rise to each challenge, the
execution
to drive outrageous performance, the
curiosity
to continually expand your knowledge, and the
courage
to propose original solutions to perplexing problems? Then you may have just found the perfect opportunity at a performance marketing agency like no other.
This role includes the account direction of digital media, content marketing strategy, web and application development, and overall program and client service management. The successful account director will engage with the media, development, SEO, analytics and strategy teams and be responsible to ensure the various teams work toward delivering business results for our clients. This includes leading internal and client teams, leading client-facing deliverables, and leading client presentations. You will have strong people leadership skills, excellent client relationship management experience, as well as a high level of financial acumen.
Sound like your kind of thing? Let's get to the details!
What you get
The opportunity to shape the future—yours and ours—at one of the world's most significant performance marketing agencies with offices across the US, Canada, and Europe.
A diverse, equitable, and inclusive (DEI) environment where you can bring your whole self to work.
A host of perks and benefits, including flexible hours, hybrid working models, employee assistance, and days off to recharge.
What we get
7+ years experience in a client services position, managing clients and responsible for account growth
3+ years working for an advertising agency, managing digital programs (e.g. SEO, SEM, Social Media, Mobile, etc.)
2+ years experience leading an account team and related budget
Experience managing Fortune 500 companies
Project Management experience
Strong writing, communication, and presentation skills
Experience presenting and selling to high-level decision-makers at enterprise brands with a national scope
Experience developing strategic plans with clients
Strong proficiency in MS Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel
University degree in a related field
Responsibilities
Provide senior account direction and people leadership to our high-performance team of Account Managers and Executives.
Develop a firm understanding of the client’s industry, marketing strategy and goals
Look for opportunities to grow existing client relationships.
Manage internal aspects of project implementation including preparation of client engagement briefings and proposals, tracking client data, QA validation, and reporting of internal and external client activities and communications
Develop internal relationships with all internal teams to ensure collaboration that delivers on set client objectives and goals
Monitor established program KPIs and ensures that the program performance meets the agreed-upon client KPIs.
Support major new business initiatives including client pitches, RFP responses, and marketing events
Develop productive business relationships and alliances with senior executives with our clients in order to manage day-to-day program-related inquiries and deliverables.
Build and enhance relationships with clients.
Deliver effective and efficient documentation, communication and dissemination of information regarding client activities and client administrative procedures.
Work with clients to complete a specific project brief and coordinate client approvals.
Create Contact Reports, Status Reports, and Budget Reports in accordance with DAC’s standards for quality and accuracy.
Development of annual account plans that meet revenue growth and profit margin targets for assigned clients.
Ongoing ownership of client financial health including revenue delivery, growth, and profitability
Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of DAC’s product offerings, including web and digital development, media, and analytics
Remain knowledgeable about ongoing program activities
Serve as a thought leader internally and externally through knowledge-sharing, blog and whitepaper development, and industry event participation
Work Model: This role requires two in-office days per week, with three days in-office during the three-month orientation period. Remote work is not available for this position.
What's next?
We simply want to know what makes you special. Send us an application that showcases your talent—and your personality—and shows us how you would thrive in our unique agency environment.
#J-18808-Ljbffr