Account Manager

Lucas James Talent Partners • Chicago, IL

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Marketing Account Manager, you’ll be the primary point of contactfor your assigned accounts—serving as both the client’s trusted partner and their internal advocate. You’ll oversee day-to-day client service, guide strategy, manage budgets, and ensure campaigns run smoothly from planning to launch. You’ll collaborate closely with strategists, creative teams, media buyers, and data analysts to deliver solutions that drive measurable results. This is a dynamic role for someone who can think strategically, act proactively, and manage the details with precision.

Requirements

• 3+ yearsin client account management (agency experience preferred).
• Strong knowledge of traditional and digital media channels.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with a client-first mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain deep knowledge of client business, KPIs, and past performance.
• Partner with Strategists to identify growth opportunities.
• Communicate initiative progress to clients and internal teams.
• Anticipate challenges and propose solutions before they impact performance.
• Manage campaign budgets, timelines, and scope changes.
• Collaborate with media teams to ensure campaigns run as ordered and meet KPIs.
• Coordinate creative deliverables, obtaining client approvals.
• Prepare account performance reports and lead client meetings.
• Support onboarding, competitive research, and strategy planning.
• Oversee financial coordination, reconciliation, and invoicing.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance with generous employer contributions.
• Ongoing education and professional development.
• Hybrid work schedule in a collaborative Chicago office.
• Company-sponsored events and team-building activities.
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed