Senior Director, Client Service
Kantar Group, Boston, NY, United States
Location: Atlanta, Perimeter
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Job Title:
Senior Director, Client Service, Media
Job Location:
Hybrid- Atlanta, GA, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, New York City, NY, Norwalk, CT, Detroit, MI
About the role The Senior Director role is a strategic leadership position responsible for overseeing a portfolio of high-value accounts and guiding strategic account teams. This individual acts as a senior advisor to executive-level stakeholders, influencing investment decisions and driving multi-year growth plans. The role combines deep expertise in media research and analytics with executive engagement and commercial accountability.
Primary Responsibilities
Oversee a portfolio of high-value accounts; manage and lead small portfolio teams or strategic account teams to deliver exceptional client outcomes.
Serve as a senior advisor to executive-level stakeholders; influence strategic investment decisions through evidence-based insights.
Accountable for retention of portfolio and responsible for multi-year growth plans, cross-sell strategies, and achievement of significant revenue targets.
Lead executive-level research initiatives; synthesize primary, secondary, and advanced analytics into actionable narratives for senior decision-making.
Optimize resource allocation and deliver operational efficiency across portfolio teams; shape best practices for quality delivery at scale.
Represent Kantar in industry forums and enterprise-wide initiatives; champion innovation in media analytics and cross-platform measurement.
Develop and nurture high-performing teams by identifying, mentoring, and advancing top talent through a culture of continuous learning and collaboration.
Qualifications
10+ years in media research, analytics, or consulting with proven success in executive-level engagement.
Expertise in digital ecosystems, cross-platform measurement methodologies, creative quality, and/or placement and audience insights.
Strong command of advanced research techniques, including attribution, ROI modeling, and audience segmentation.
Advanced ability to synthesize complex data into compelling narratives for executive audiences.
Proven ability to shape strategic investment decisions and drive commercial outcomes.
Track record of delivering multi-year growth plans and achieving significant revenue targets for an account portfolio.
Demonstrated success in managing senior client relationships and leading high-performing teams, including direct management of a team of 3 or more professionals.
Ability to navigate fast-paced agency or complex client environments, balancing strategic depth with delivery efficiency.
Education Bachelor’s degree in market research/marketing or related social science and analytic subject areas. Masters preferred.
Benefits
Medical plans with comprehensive, affordable coverage for a range of health services.
Health Savings Account/FSA.
Dental, Vision and benefits to cover unique healthcare needs.
Wellness Program.
401k with match.
Unlimited PTO.
Salary & EEO The salary range for this role is $102,200 -$170,400 Annual. Your final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to location, work experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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View all locations
Job Title:
Senior Director, Client Service, Media
Job Location:
Hybrid- Atlanta, GA, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, New York City, NY, Norwalk, CT, Detroit, MI
About the role The Senior Director role is a strategic leadership position responsible for overseeing a portfolio of high-value accounts and guiding strategic account teams. This individual acts as a senior advisor to executive-level stakeholders, influencing investment decisions and driving multi-year growth plans. The role combines deep expertise in media research and analytics with executive engagement and commercial accountability.
Primary Responsibilities
Oversee a portfolio of high-value accounts; manage and lead small portfolio teams or strategic account teams to deliver exceptional client outcomes.
Serve as a senior advisor to executive-level stakeholders; influence strategic investment decisions through evidence-based insights.
Accountable for retention of portfolio and responsible for multi-year growth plans, cross-sell strategies, and achievement of significant revenue targets.
Lead executive-level research initiatives; synthesize primary, secondary, and advanced analytics into actionable narratives for senior decision-making.
Optimize resource allocation and deliver operational efficiency across portfolio teams; shape best practices for quality delivery at scale.
Represent Kantar in industry forums and enterprise-wide initiatives; champion innovation in media analytics and cross-platform measurement.
Develop and nurture high-performing teams by identifying, mentoring, and advancing top talent through a culture of continuous learning and collaboration.
Qualifications
10+ years in media research, analytics, or consulting with proven success in executive-level engagement.
Expertise in digital ecosystems, cross-platform measurement methodologies, creative quality, and/or placement and audience insights.
Strong command of advanced research techniques, including attribution, ROI modeling, and audience segmentation.
Advanced ability to synthesize complex data into compelling narratives for executive audiences.
Proven ability to shape strategic investment decisions and drive commercial outcomes.
Track record of delivering multi-year growth plans and achieving significant revenue targets for an account portfolio.
Demonstrated success in managing senior client relationships and leading high-performing teams, including direct management of a team of 3 or more professionals.
Ability to navigate fast-paced agency or complex client environments, balancing strategic depth with delivery efficiency.
Education Bachelor’s degree in market research/marketing or related social science and analytic subject areas. Masters preferred.
Benefits
Medical plans with comprehensive, affordable coverage for a range of health services.
Health Savings Account/FSA.
Dental, Vision and benefits to cover unique healthcare needs.
Wellness Program.
401k with match.
Unlimited PTO.
Salary & EEO The salary range for this role is $102,200 -$170,400 Annual. Your final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to location, work experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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