Account Manager

Next Step Recruitment; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative agency in Northern Canada is seeking an experienced Account Manager to develop client relationships and lead strategic projects. The role requires strong project management skills and creativity. Applicants should have at least 3 years of experience in marketing or client services, and be legally authorized to work in Canada. This role offers a competitive salary and relocation support to Whitehorse, Yukon.

Benefits

Relocation loan (forgivable after 12 months)

Extended health and dental benefits

Annual wellness allowance for registered services

Collaborative local team environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years in marketing, communications, or agency roles.
• Agency account management or client services experience preferred.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Be the primary partner for key clients, building strong relationships.
• Lead projects from kickoff through delivery with various teams.
• Develop and manage budgets, scopes, and timelines.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Marketing communications

Presentation skills

Creativity and business sense

Job description

Overview

Account Manager – Whitehorse, Yukon

Salary Range: $75,000 – $92,000 + relocation support

Reports to: CEO

About the Opportunity

This is more than just an Account Manager role — it’s a chance to join a leading Northern creative agency that has been helping organizations tell their stories and shape communities for nearly 50 years. Known for bold ideas, integrated campaigns, and close client partnerships, the agency works across industries from tourism to healthcare to technology.

You’ll step into a role where your voice matters, your ideas get heard, and your work directly impacts the region. This is not a back-office role — it’s client-facing, creative, and strategic, with room to grow as you build trust and lead major accounts.

The position is based in Whitehorse, Yukon. We welcome applicants who are already local — or those who are ready and excited to relocate within 2–4 weeks of an offer. Relocation support is provided, making the move smoother and more accessible.

Why Whitehorse?

Whitehorse isn’t just a backdrop — it’s part of the opportunity. Imagine a lifestyle where your workday is followed by a hike under the midnight sun, or a winter evening catching the Northern Lights. The city offers a vibrant arts and culture scene, an emerging food and craft community, and easy access to the outdoors in every direction. It’s big enough to have what you need, small enough that you’ll quickly feel part of the community.

What You’ll Do

• Be the primary partner for key clients, building strong and lasting relationships
• Lead projects from kickoff through delivery, collaborating with creative, digital, and strategy teams
• Develop and manage budgets, scopes, and timelines, ensuring campaigns deliver results
• Present and defend proposals and creative concepts with confidence and clarity
• Stay ahead of industry and client trends to identify opportunities for growth

What You Bring

• 3+ years in marketing, communications, or agency roles (5+ preferred)
• Agency account management or client services experience strongly preferred
• Strong project management and multitasking ability
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• A mix of creativity and business sense — comfortable both brainstorming and executing
• Highly organized, detail-focused, and persuasive
• Legally authorized to work in Canada (no sponsorship available)

Why This Role?

• Competitive salary of $75,000 – $92,000 + relocation support
• 3,000 relocation loan (forgivable after 12 months)
• Extended health and dental benefits after three months (100% basic dental, 80% prescriptions, plus life and disability coverage)
• 500 annual wellness allowance for registered services (massage, counseling, orthotics, etc.)
• Work on diverse, high-impact campaigns that are visible across the North
• Be part of a small, collaborative local team with the backing of a larger Northern network
• Build your career in an agency known for creativity, culture, and impact

Important: This is not a remote role. Applicants must be based in Whitehorse or willing to relocate within 2–4 weeks of an offer