Lead Client Account Manager - SEA

PINTEREST SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinterest is seeking a Lead Client Account Manager for Singapore and Southeast Asia. You will oversee a portfolio of high-value Retail and Ecommerce advertisers, driving revenue growth and strategic partnerships. You will mentor teammates, share best practices, and champion superior client service.

You will build senior-level relationships, advise on media strategy, measurement, and full-funnel performance, and collaborate across internal teams to deliver exceptional outcomes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in digital advertising or client management.
• Proven ability to turn data into actionable recommendations for senior stakeholders.
• Strong project management and relationship-building skills.
• Fluency in English; Mandarin or Bahasa is a plus.
• Willingness to travel regionally within Singapore and SEA.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of high-value Retail and Ecommerce advertisers in Singapore and SEA.
• Build senior-level relationships with partners and become a go-to resource on media strategy and measurement.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver best-in-class service and ensure partner needs are met.
• Turn complex data sets into actionable recommendations driving measurable results.
• Lead client meetings end-to-end, identify cross-sell and upsell opportunities.
• Stay informed on Pinterest ad products and advise on optimization strategies.

Skills

Account management

Data storytelling

Relationship management

Campaign optimization

AI tools

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentorship

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

About Pinterest:

Millions of people around the world come to our platform to find creative ideas, dream about new possibilities and plan for memories that will last a lifetime. At Pinterest, we’re on a mission to bring everyone the inspiration to create a life they love, and that starts with the people behind the product.

Discover a career where you ignite innovation for millions, transform passion into growth opportunities, celebrate each other’s unique experiences and embrace theflexibilityto do your best work. Creating a career you love? It’s Possible.

At Pinterest, AI isn't just a feature, it's a powerful partner that augments our creativity and amplifies our impact, and we’re looking for candidates who are excited to be a part of that. To get a complete picture of your experience and abilities, we’ll explore your foundational skills and how you collaborate with AI.

Through our interview process, what matters most is that you can always explain your approach, showing us not just what you know, but how you think. You can read more about our AI interview philosophy and how we use AI in our recruiting processhere.

Role Overview

As a Lead Client Account Manager forSingapore and Southeast Asia (SEA), you will oversee a portfolio of high-value Retail and Ecommerce advertisers, driving sustainable revenue growth and deepening strategic partnerships with flagship clients. You’ll leverage strong commercial acumen, data-driven storytelling, and deep platform expertise to help clients achieve their business objectives on Pinterest. In this role, you will also share best practices, support the team’s growth through informal mentorship, and champion superior client service and performance standards.

What you’ll do:

• Manage and grow a portfolio of key Retail and Ecommerce advertisers acrossSingapore and Southeast Asia, serving as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor for Pinterest advertising solutions.
• Build and deepen senior-level relationships with partners, becoming a go-to resource on media strategy, measurement, and full-funnel performance.
• Develop strategic account plans aligned to each client’s business priorities, regularly surfacing growth opportunities, and proactively addressing risks.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams (Engineering, Measurement & Insights, Product Marketing, Creative Strategy, Performance Solutions) to deliver best-in-class service and ensure partner needs are understood and met.
• Turn complex data sets into compelling narratives and actionable recommendations, driving measurable results for your clients.
• Maintain deep expertise in Pinterest advertising best practices—especially lower-funnel and performance solutions—actively guiding clients on optimization strategies.
• Monitor and optimize campaigns across targeting, bidding, creative, and measurement. Deliver clear, actionable performance updates and recommendations to drive results.
• Lead client meetings end-to-end: uncover objectives and challenges, present complex solutions in an accessible way, and identify cross-sell and upsell opportunities.
• Advise key clients on holistic media strategies, including audience planning, bidding models, creative formats, attribution, and beta/alpha product testing.
• Stay informed on Pinterest ad products and features, clearly communicating their value and helping clients capitalize on new offerings. Engage internal partners as needed to resolve questions or issues.
• Use AI-driven tools and platforms to continuously monitor campaign performance, identify opportunities, and flag potential risks early for clients.
• Champion and share new AI-powered solutions and best practices across the team to drive performance and operational excellence.
• Act as a mentor and knowledge resource for peers, promoting a collaborative and high-performance team culture.

What we’re looking for:

• 10+ years of experience in digital advertising, media sales, or client account management, owning end-to-end client communication for high-value relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to turn data into persuasive stories and actionable recommendations for senior stakeholders.
• Strong project management, communication, and relationship-building skills, with experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• A collaborative team player who can work effectively with technical and non-technical partners in a fast-paced environment.
• Deep expertise in digital advertising, campaign optimization, measurement, and analytical problem-solving; hands‑on knowledge of Search, Shopping, Display, and/or Social ad platforms is a plus.
• Experience working with retail and ecommerce advertisers, with an understanding of their key performance and growth drivers.
• Experience using AI-powered tools to monitor and optimize campaign performance and drive better client outcomes.
• Curiosity and openness to adopting new AI tools and staying current with advertising and industry trends.
• Fluency in English is required; additional proficiency in regional languages (e.g., Mandarin, Bahasa) is an advantage.
• Willingness and ability to travel within Singapore and the region as needed.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience.

Relocation Statement:

• This position is not eligible for relocation assistance. Visit ourPinFlexpage to learn more about our working model.

In-Office Requirement Statement:

• We let the type of work you do guide the collaboration style. That means we're not always working in an office, but we continue to gather for key moments of collaboration and connection.
• As such, this role will need to be in the office or in front of our customers for in-person collaboration, typically 2 days per week, and therefore needs to be in a commutable distance to our Singapore City based office.

Our Commitment to Inclusion:

Pinterest is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best qualified people in every job. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require a medical or religious accommodation during the job application process, please complete this form for support.