Senior Account Manager

Equativ • Chicago, IL

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a driven and client-focused Account Manager to join our US National team. You will be the day-to-day strategic lead contact for our top-tier clients, managing programmatic and managed media campaigns from planning through execution. Acting as a trusted advisor, you’ll blend a deep understanding of the campaign strategies with a performance-first mindset to deliver measurable results, uncover growth opportunities, and strengthen long-term partnerships. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, data-driven environment and is passionate about delivering impactful, client-centric solutions.

Requirements

• Understanding of programmatic, adtech, self serve, DSPs, SSPs, PMPs
• Analytical, organizational, problem solving, communication and troubleshooting skills
• Familiarity with optimization, attribution and other facets of the ad tech industry
• Familiarity with large data sets and data manipulation using excel and other tools.
• BS/BA or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on programmatic trading and optimization experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary client contact, building strong, trust-based relationships.
• Plan and execute client entertainment initiatives to enhance engagement and retention by participating in office hours, lunch & learns, and industry events.
• Develop client-aligned media strategies using market trends, audience insights, and competitive analysis.
• Identify upsell/cross-sell opportunities across open exchange and PMP formats.
• Proactively address evolving client needs with strategic recommendations.
• Use performance data to develop retention plans and uncover growth opportunities.
• Collaborate on pre-launch activities: brief reviews, creative mocks, sitelists, and quality checks.
• Maintain and manage Deal Libraries and targeting strategies.
• Deliver ongoing performance updates, QBRs, and post-campaign wrap-ups.
• Provide curated reporting: site lists, green PMPs, RFIs, RFPs, and campaign trackers.
• Partner closely with Sales and Optimization Managers to align on strategy, setup, and execution.
• Collaborate with marketing and solutions teams for demos, insights, and product recommendations.
• Own and develop an SME project to deepen expertise in Sharethrough/Equativ capabilities and support strategic outcomes across the sales cycle.

Benefits

• The company’s global expertise is also backed by a team of over 750 employees across 19 countries.
• As a proud recipient of the HappyIndex@Work label, Equativ is committed to providing a dynamic, flexible workplace where employees thrive, grow, and excel in both their professional and personal lives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior