Account Manager

Stagwell Global•Chicago, IL

19d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an Account Manager to join our Media+ Influencer team. The ideal candidate will act as the account lead on smaller and midsize pieces of business and/or to lead individual portions of larger pieces of business. The applicant will maintain best-in-class and leading-edge knowledge of social, paid media, influencer marketing and content campaigns, methods and approaches. They will act as an ambassador across the agency for Integrated Marketing initiatives and help grow accounts and contribute to new business efforts.

Requirements

Exemplary follow-through and execution skills
Self-motivated, eager to learn and enthusiastic about the work
Has a reputation for being a strategic partner to manager and account leads
Strong writing and presentation skills and attention to detail
Proven track record in supporting organic growth and business development
Account Managers at Allison typically have a minimum of 5+ years of experience in advertising, marketing or a related field, at a brand or agency

Nice To Haves

Prior management of direct reports is a plus

Responsibilities

Responsible for the development and implementation social, paid media, influencer marketing and content campaigns for clients and new business
Maintains regular client contact, both verbal and written to develop a senior relationship; serves as a strategic partner to clients
Appropriately delegate assignments to reporting team members; provides ongoing counsel to junior staff on improving key skills
Forecast budgets, track project utilization and provide invoice details
Works with account teams to develop big picture skills vis-à-vis strategic planning, client development, etc.
Serves as resident expert on digital trends and related subjects
Actively pursues learning and professional development opportunities
Writes and/or edits materials (Strategy, digital content, social audits) with keen eye
Participates on an Allison’s committee
Promotes and upholds Allison’s core values

Benefits

Hybrid work environment with home and office schedule (2+ days in office per week) and work from anywhere weeks
Comprehensive health benefits (healthcare, vision, dental, pet, home, and auto insurance)
Generous time off policies (unlimited paid time off, wellness days, national holidays, summer Fridays)
Four-week sabbatical every five years of employment
Exceptional parental leave benefits
Global mentorship and networking programs
Monthly cell phone reimbursement
401k savings and employee stock purchase plan
Volunteer hours (20 hours annually) for designated non-profit partner and personal choice
Globally driven DEI initiatives (Employee Advocacy Groups, DEI committee)
Career growth opportunities, such as Allison University (multi-day customized trainings for each level)