Account Supervisor

Buffalo, NY (On-site)

$60K/yr – $75K/yrSenior Level8+ years expFull time

Posted 5 months ago

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Job Summary

The role is a senior account leadership position focused on guiding strategy and nurturing high-level client relationships. It emphasizes research-driven briefs, cross-functional collaboration, budgeting oversight, and team mentorship to drive growth. Requirements include a bachelor’s degree and eight years in an agency setting, with strong analytics translation and communication skills. Benefits highlight a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits along with ongoing development opportunities.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Serve as account lead and primary strategist between the agency and senior-level clients
  • Lead key client meetings and presentations, and develop effective marketing strategies
  • Build and nurture senior-level client relationships while providing strategic thought leadership to drive growth
  • Develop research-driven creative briefs and partner with analytics and media teams to guide strategy and measure campaign effectiveness
  • Ensure client needs are met, provide internal teams with resources, and troubleshoot major client or internal issues
  • Maintain a thorough understanding of clients’ industries, target audiences, goals, challenges, and competitive sets
  • Oversee client billing, monitor financial performance of client accounts, and provide budget forecasts to senior management
  • Manage and mentor junior account service staff (onboarding, training, and ongoing career guidance)
  • Revisit agency briefs, strategy documents, and planning process for possible improvements
  • Network and support agency new business efforts to increase agency visibility and develop prospect relationships

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in business, communications, or marketing, or comparable work experience in a relevant field
  • Minimum of eight years of experience within an agency setting
  • Track record of performance marketing and development of integrated, multichannel campaigns
  • Ability to translate analytics and consumer research into actionable marketing strategies
  • Dynamic personality with exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills and the confidence to lead high-stakes conversations
  • Knowledge of or willingness to learn about data protection (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR) and maintaining confidentiality
  • Proficiency with computer software such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Google Drive

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k, etc.)
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities