Account Director

Title: Account Director / Client Partner

Location: Chicago, IL – Hybrid (3 days onsite)

About the Opportunity

A fast-growing digital transformation and growth consultancy is seeking an Account Director / Client Partner to lead key client relationships and drive measurable business impact. This is a high-visibility role within a lean, entrepreneurial environment where strategy and execution go hand in hand.

This organization partners with mid-market and private equity-backed brands to accelerate revenue and enhance digital performance. The team operates with a hands-on, collaborative approach—ideal for someone who thrives in agile, high-impact settings.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the primary strategic partner across a portfolio of client accounts
• Build deep understanding of client business models, growth drivers, and challenges
• Translate business objectives into actionable marketing and digital strategies
• Partner cross-functionally with media, creative, analytics, and technology teams
• Ensure delivery of high-quality work tied to measurable outcomes
• Identify opportunities to improve performance, efficiency, and overall impact
• Collaborate with project management to align scope, resourcing, and execution
• Drive account growth through identifying and expanding opportunities
• Oversee financial performance including scoping, margins, and P&L awareness
• Mentor and support development of junior team members

What You Bring

• 8–10+ years of experience in account management, client services, or similar roles
• Background in digital marketing, performance marketing, or integrated marketing
• Proven experience owning and growing mid-sized client accounts
• Ability to operate both strategically and tactically
• Strong communication skills across client stakeholders and internal teams
• Comfort working in lean, fast-paced, high-autonomy environments

Nice to Have

• Experience within small to mid-sized agencies or high-growth organizations
• Exposure to demand generation, digital transformation, or performance marketing
• Experience working with distributed or offshore teams
• Comfort in environments with less structure and more ownership

What’s in It for You

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and holiday schedule
• Hybrid work flexibility
• High-growth environment with strong leadership visibility and impact

The salary range for this position is $140,000 - $150,000+. This position includes Benefits available to full-time professionals, include medical, dental, vision, PTO, holidays, 401(k), etc.. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.