Account Director

Job Description

MERGE is seeking an Account Director to lead the client services team and forge lasting relationships between clients and the agency. The Account Director will be a problem solver, working across various channels and driving results in a high-growth business. The role involves collaborating with a team, using industry expertise, and implementing ideas in a fast-paced environment.

• Regular assimilation of business, customer, and marketplace insights
• Maintaining consistent communication with client teams
• Guiding clients with strategy, ideas, trends, and thought leadership
• Creating and building relationships with clients
• Growing business by identifying additional needs and implementing solutions
• Partnering with internal teams to craft strategic creative solutions
• Managing and mentoring the account team

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 8-10 years of account management experience at an advertising agency or similar
• Life Sciences/Pharma experience and understanding of the MLR process
• Strong background with strategic ideation, tactical activation, and financial management
• Superior professional communication and presentation skills
• Managerial experience of at least 1 direct report

MERGE offers:

• Meaningful Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• 401K
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Flexible Time off & Holidays