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This range is provided by Fifth Element. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range
$215,000.00/yr - $235,000.00/yr
The SVP, Account Director is a bold agency leader, culture carrier, and trusted partner to executive-level clients. This role shapes the future of key accounts—driving smart strategy, meaningful growth, and work that makes an impact.
You don't just manage business—you energize it. You build momentum, inspire teams, and create an environment where collaboration thrives and great ideas win.
Responsibilities
Own and grow senior-level client relationships, becoming a go-to strategic voice at the table
Set the tone and vision for complex, multichannel accounts—pushing for work that's brave, smart, and effective
Champion a high-performance, no-silos culture where collaboration and accountability go hand in hand
Lead, mentor, and elevate senior account leaders—building strong teams and future agency talent
Drive organic growth and new business, spotting opportunities before they're obvious
Partner cross-functionally to ensure strategy, creative, and execution are seamless and commercially sound
Oversee account financial health, balancing ambition with operational discipline
Contribute to agency-wide initiatives that strengthen culture, performance, and long-term vision
Requirements
7-8 years of pharmaceutical advertising and/or agency experience
Proven experience leading large, complex accounts and senior client relationships
Track record of driving growth, managing budgets, and delivering results
Skilled at mentoring and developing high-performing teams
Excellent communicator and confident presenter across disciplines and leadership levels
Strategic thinker who can turn business objectives into actionable plans
Experience in pharmaceutical advertising agencies a plus
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree a plus
Pay Range- $ 215,000 - $235,000
Benefits
Template
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
IT Services and IT Consulting
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