Account Director

Robert Half is partnering with a fast-growing digital growth agency in Chicago who is seeking a strategic and dynamic Account Director to lead client relationships and drive measurable business impact. This newly created role is ideal for someone with agency account management experience who thrives in a hands-on, high-impact environment, collaborating with internal teams to deliver results for mid-market brands.What You’ll DoServe as the primary client lead for 3–4 mid-market accounts, including senior stakeholders such as CMOs and their right-hand executives.Build and maintain trusted, consultative relationships, acting as a strategic advisor to clients.Collaborate with cross-functional teams—paid media, lifecycle/CRM/SEO, marketing tech, and creative—to ensure seamless execution of campaigns, websites, apps, and other digital initiatives.Translate client business goals into actionable marketing strategies and ensure delivery meets objectives.Identify opportunities to expand accounts and grow client relationships.Partner with project managers to align resources, workflows, and processes.Mentor and guide junior team members, helping grow internal capability.Contribute to financial outcomes by supporting scope development, budget management, and account growth.What You Bring8–10+ years of agency account management experience, preferably from a smaller or mid-sized agency.5+ years of digital and performance marketing experience.Proven experience managing senior client relationships and driving strategic outcomes.Strong understanding of marketing technology, digital channels, and performance-driven campaigns.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.Based in Chicago, IL, able to be onsite 2–3 days per week.he salary range for this position is $140,000 - $160,000. This position includes Benefits available to full-time professionals, include medical, dental, vision, PTO, holidays, 401(k), etc.. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.