Senior Account Manager
Orland Park, IL - USA
Job Summary
The Senior Account Manager serves as a trusted advisor to clients shaping marketing strategy and fostering strong partnerships that drive long-term growth. This role develops a deep understanding of client industries and goals leads integrated marketing direction and aligns cross-functional teams to deliver a seamless Platinum experience.
- Work with the team to develop and lead the execution of integrated marketing plans tailored to each clients business goals challenges and market position.
- Continuously audit and optimize marketing efforts seeking opportunities to improve performance and deliver client ROI.
- Drive the strategic use of DH resources and capabilities ensuring our solutions remain proactive and business-first.
- Act as the clients trusted advisor proactively identifying needs and bringing business-building ideas to the table.
- Lead quarterly/semi-annual business reviews and strategic planning sessions to align efforts with evolving client goals. Present clear and actionable marketing metrics proactive ideas and insights during client meetings and reviews.
- Build long-term client relationships rooted in trust transparency and measurable impact.
- Communicate with clarity empathy and professionalism; document and track input progress and feedback.
- Work with the team to lead the scoping development and delivery of omni-channel marketing campaigns.
- Draft and present project briefs and scope of work ensuring full alignment with client expectations goals and deliverables.
- Manage budgets timelines and quality control throughout the project lifecycle.
- Engage with creative and technical teams to ensure flawless execution and client satisfaction.
- Serve as the marketing lead on multidisciplinary teams fostering collaboration across departments.
- Share knowledge and best practices with internal teams to build collective strength and deliver consistent results.
- Proactively manage capacity and flag issues before they impact delivery.
- Strengthen client relationships by delivering consistent value.
- Lead the team to proactively identify growth opportunities and solve business challenges for clients.
- Act as a steward of the DH brand and service model delivering a Platinum experience at every touchpoint.
- Maintain disciplined project execution ensuring clarity around objectives scope timing and outcomes.
- Collaborate seamlessly across departments reducing bottlenecks and aligning expectations.
You are a client-obsessed strategic thinker who thrives on building relationships with clients and developing/executing marketing programs that drive business impact. You are passionate about fostering relationships navigating complexity with calm confidence and elevating team and client performance. You embrace ownership communicate with intention and bring energy and curiosity to every challenge. You are not just a senior account manageryou are a Trusted Navigator.
- Bachelors degree in marketing communications or a related field.
- 6-10 years of experience in an account manager role for a marketing agency.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute multi-channel marketing strategies.
- Deep understanding of digital marketing content strategy lead generation and marketing analytics.
- Excellent written verbal and presentation skills.
- Highly organized with a passion for details and process.
- Experience with marketing platforms CRM tools and project management systems.
- Proven ability to lead client relationships and inspire internal teams.
- Health (PPO & HSA options) Dental Vision coverage
- Paid Parental Bonding Leave
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Pet Insurance
- Company-Paid Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
- Career Development & Training Opportunities
- Learn more about DeanHouston here
The total target compensation for this role will be an annual salary of $80000 $95000. Pay will be determined based on location experience internal pay equity and relevant business considerations.
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About Company
Role Overview The Marketing Manager is a key player in the execution and optimization of marketing programs at DeanHouston. This role blends data-driven decision-making with creative thinking, empowering clients through integrated marketing strategies that deliver measurable outcomes. ... View more