Director of Account Strategy
ANDERSON Advertising & Public Relations, Anderson, IN, United States
The Director of Account Strategy serves as a strategic leader and the North Star for the agency’s accounts, driving innovation, collaboration, and growth beyond the boundaries of client services. This role is designed for a visionary, results-driven professional who thrives in a leadership position. This role will be guiding the account services team, cultivating deep client partnerships, and co-piloting the agency’s direction alongside the Creative Director and executive leadership.
CORE FOCUS:
Client Success & Strategic Leadership
Act as a trusted advisor to key clients, driving strategic direction and innovative solutions
Lead strategy workshops and planning sessions to uncover opportunities for growth and measurable success
Ensure all deliverables align with client objectives, agency standards, and market trends
Build, mentor and inspire a high-performing, collaborative account services team
Provide ongoing coaching, professional development, and career-path planning
Serve as a role model for agency culture, fostering curiosity, positivity, and accountability
Operational Excellence & Agency Partnership
Collaborate with agency leadership to forecast revenue, manage profitability, and optimize team utilization
Partner with cross-functional leaders to drive seamless integration across creative, digital, PR, media, and strategy disciplines
Provide a clear voice in operational planning, innovation initiatives, and agency-wide strategic decisions
Culture Champion
Embody and champion ANDERSON’s core values in every interaction
Actively contribute to building an inclusive, supportive, and high-energy environment that drives creativity and results
Inspire teams through strong communication, transparency, and forward-thinking leadership
Success in this Role Looks Like:
Empowered, High-Performing Teams:
The account team thrives under your leadership, operating with seamless workflows, exceptional productivity, and a culture of continuous growth. Coaching and mentorship inspire confidence, innovation, and collaboration, creating a unified team driven to deliver their best work every day. Transformative Client Partnerships:
Clients view the agency as an indispensable strategic partner. Strategies are forward-thinking, data-driven, and consistently deliver measurable ROI. Every plan reflects deep understanding of client goals, while relationships are strengthened through trust, innovation, and proactive guidance, while fueling long-term partnerships and agency growth. Job Description
Lead, mentor, and develop the account team for success, ensuring growth, performance, and collaboration Oversee strategy for high-value accounts while providing guidance and oversight for all agency clients Conduct strategy sessions, facilitate innovative brainstorming, and lead the creation of actionable, results-oriented plans Collaborate with the Creative Director and senior leadership to shape agency vision, processes, and new approaches Provide strategic counsel and high-level communication to clients and internal stakeholders Participate in forecasting, resource allocation, and financial planning to meet agency targets Support the acquisition and onboarding of new talent while nurturing a high-retention environment Contribute to the reporting and analysis process, translating data and insights into strategic recommendations Skills and Abilities Requirements
10+ years of progressive leadership experience in marketing, advertising, or communications, preferably in an agency environment with specific strategic responsibilities Demonstrated success leading strategic client relationships and driving measurable growth Deep expertise in multi-channel, integrated marketing, leveraging digital, traditional, and innovative platforms to build cohesive, results-driven campaigns Strong command of emerging technologies and analytics, including AI-powered tools for insight generation, performance optimization, and strategic foresight to drive smarter, data-informed decision-making Excellent business acumen, including revenue forecasting, resource management, and profitability analysis Proven ability to mentor and inspire teams to deliver exceptional work and grow professionally Exceptional collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills. Alignment with ANDERSON’s values of collaboration, innovation, accountability, and positivity Are we what you’re looking for?
This role is ideal for a strategic leader and partner ready to elevate ANDERSON’s client relationships, team performance, and industry impact, while co-leading the agency toward its next phase of growth and creative excellence. Prior experience with financial services, hospitality, packaged goods and non-profit clients are a plus. If you meet these qualifications and like working in a fun-loving environment where you’d be surrounded by intelligent, creative people (and dogs) who thoroughly enjoy their work, then you’ve come to the right place. We work in a hybrid environment – three days in the office and two days from home. If this sounds like a good fit for you, please send your resume, salary requirements, and cover letter telling us why you’re the perfect person for the job. We look forward to hearing from you.
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The account team thrives under your leadership, operating with seamless workflows, exceptional productivity, and a culture of continuous growth. Coaching and mentorship inspire confidence, innovation, and collaboration, creating a unified team driven to deliver their best work every day. Transformative Client Partnerships:
Clients view the agency as an indispensable strategic partner. Strategies are forward-thinking, data-driven, and consistently deliver measurable ROI. Every plan reflects deep understanding of client goals, while relationships are strengthened through trust, innovation, and proactive guidance, while fueling long-term partnerships and agency growth. Job Description
Lead, mentor, and develop the account team for success, ensuring growth, performance, and collaboration Oversee strategy for high-value accounts while providing guidance and oversight for all agency clients Conduct strategy sessions, facilitate innovative brainstorming, and lead the creation of actionable, results-oriented plans Collaborate with the Creative Director and senior leadership to shape agency vision, processes, and new approaches Provide strategic counsel and high-level communication to clients and internal stakeholders Participate in forecasting, resource allocation, and financial planning to meet agency targets Support the acquisition and onboarding of new talent while nurturing a high-retention environment Contribute to the reporting and analysis process, translating data and insights into strategic recommendations Skills and Abilities Requirements
10+ years of progressive leadership experience in marketing, advertising, or communications, preferably in an agency environment with specific strategic responsibilities Demonstrated success leading strategic client relationships and driving measurable growth Deep expertise in multi-channel, integrated marketing, leveraging digital, traditional, and innovative platforms to build cohesive, results-driven campaigns Strong command of emerging technologies and analytics, including AI-powered tools for insight generation, performance optimization, and strategic foresight to drive smarter, data-informed decision-making Excellent business acumen, including revenue forecasting, resource management, and profitability analysis Proven ability to mentor and inspire teams to deliver exceptional work and grow professionally Exceptional collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills. Alignment with ANDERSON’s values of collaboration, innovation, accountability, and positivity Are we what you’re looking for?
This role is ideal for a strategic leader and partner ready to elevate ANDERSON’s client relationships, team performance, and industry impact, while co-leading the agency toward its next phase of growth and creative excellence. Prior experience with financial services, hospitality, packaged goods and non-profit clients are a plus. If you meet these qualifications and like working in a fun-loving environment where you’d be surrounded by intelligent, creative people (and dogs) who thoroughly enjoy their work, then you’ve come to the right place. We work in a hybrid environment – three days in the office and two days from home. If this sounds like a good fit for you, please send your resume, salary requirements, and cover letter telling us why you’re the perfect person for the job. We look forward to hearing from you.
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