Client Strategy Managing Director

PMG•Dallas, NY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

PMG is a global independent platform company that integrates business strategy, media, creative, and data. The Client Strategy team plays a key role in shaping media strategies to help brands grow, evolve, and connect with their audiences. This role involves working at the intersection of business insight, media planning, and cross-channel collaboration to deliver results. The position requires partnering with clients, media leads, analytics teams, and creative collaborators to design and deliver full-funnel media strategies. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day communication, developing strategic plans, tracking campaign performance, and bringing innovative ideas to the table. The role also offers opportunities to refine internal processes, contribute to team planning, and support initiatives that advance client outcomes and agency standards. PMG values curiosity, accountability, and creative thinking, and encourages leadership, growth, and impact from all team members. As a Managing Director in Client Strategy, this role is ideal for individuals excited about building strong client relationships, collaborating across teams, and helping brands achieve meaningful growth through smart, connected media.

Requirements

15+ years of experience in Client Strategy
10+ years of leadership experience
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
Lead vision-setting for complex client portfolios, aligning brand, media, creative, and business strategy to drive enterprise-level outcomes.
Deep expertise in integrated planning, brand positioning, and growth strategy—connecting high-level business goals with impactful marketing frameworks.
Collaborate closely with executive stakeholders across disciplines, shaping narratives and strategies that guide long-term client partnerships.
Translate data, market shifts, and performance metrics into strategic foresight, enabling clients to lead in competitive, fast-moving industries.
Mentor senior strategy leaders and cross-functional partners, cultivating a high-performance culture rooted in clarity, accountability, and creativity.
Shape and evolve internal strategic practices, contributing to organizational growth, client innovation, and thought leadership.
Confidently navigate ambiguity and complexity, bringing structure and clarity to multi-stakeholder environments.
A commitment to curiosity and adaptability as a Continual Learner, staying at the forefront of media innovation while prioritizing client success.
A Customer-Focused mindset that seeks opportunities to deliver meaningful value.
A dedication to People-Focused leadership, fostering collaboration, innovation, and professional growth by leading by example and nurturing strong relationships that empower others to excel.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of directors, supervisors, and leads, overseeing their day-to-day work and guiding their professional growth.
Serve as the executive leader for large groups of clients, maintaining direct communication with senior decision-makers on the client side.
Oversee multiple high-profile accounts across various verticals, ensuring strong performance and fostering meaningful partnerships.
Evaluate and manage account profitability, meeting revenue goals, identifying growth opportunities, and optimizing resources to deliver maximum impact.
Strategically guide client partnerships, integrating cross-channel media plans, incorporating insights, and aligning efforts with broader business goals.
Proactively identify and address areas for improvement, whether it’s team design, process optimization, or relationship building.
Track performance against goals across the funnel, providing clear and actionable updates to executive stakeholders.
Navigate complex client organizations, building strong relationships with key stakeholders, eliminating obstacles, and driving effective communication across teams.
Challenge performance limits across all channels, including those managed by PMG, the client, or other partners, to ensure optimal results.
Support and lead various roles in client meetings, whether active and hands-on or in a strategic advisory capacity, ensuring alignment and clarity.
Build and strengthen relationships with key media partners to ensure PMG is always ahead of the curve on new opportunities, betas, and support.
Deliver executive-level communication and strategic planning, fostering and advancing relationships with key business stakeholders.

Benefits

Professional Development: learning and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support.
Generous Time Off: generous paid time off and holiday allowances.
Parental Leave: paid parental leave.
Retirement & Pension Plans: competitive retirement or pension programs, including contribution matching.
Fertility and Family Support: fertility benefits for all team members and their spouses.
Healthcare: Coverage and support for everyday medical expenses and routine care, tailored by geography.
Pet Insurance: Protect your pet's health and your finances.
Lifestyle Spending Accounts: 100% company-funded accounts to promote healthy habits and well-being.
Commuter Benefits: Support for travel and commuting needs, where available.
Annual Bonus: All employees are eligible for an annual bonus.
Volunteering Opportunities: 8 give-back hours to volunteer in your local communities.
AI Enterprise License: Access AI Enterprise accounts and participate in weekly AI training sessions.