Account Director

Mindgruve; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Voluntary life insurance

Accident plans

401(k) matching

Job summary

Mindgruve, a global digital agency, seeks an Account Director to lead strategy and long-term client relationships across diverse industries. You will guide account teams, build senior-level trust, and ensure the delivery of impact-driven work that aligns with client goals.

You’ll manage budgets, collaborate with Strategy, Creative and Media teams, and actively identify growth opportunities while mentoring staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising or related field (advanced degree a plus)
• 10+ years in client leadership with at least 2 in senior roles
• 3-5 years managing people or teams
• Experience leading integrated campaigns across disciplines; Commerce experience is a plus
• Familiarity with Asana, HubSpot and Google Workspace preferred
• Proven success leading complex accounts
• Strong leadership that inspires teams and clients
• Connects client needs to practical marketing plans
• Communicates clearly and confidently
• Manages budgets and financial performance with care
• Supports team development and growth
• Skilled negotiator and steady presence in senior meetings

Responsibilities

• Set goals and plans for each client portfolio
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior clients
• Manage account budgets, forecasts and financial health
• Lead and mentor account teams to keep them engaged and growing
• Work with Strategy, Creative and Media leads to deliver clear, cohesive work
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships
• Act as a senior contact for client concerns and solve issues quickly
• Help with proposals, pitches and new business opportunities

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Budget management

Strategic planning

Communication

Negotiation

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising or related field

Tools

Asana

HubSpot

Google Workspace

Job description

We are a global digital agency comprised of strategists, creatives, media experts, data scientists, and engineers driven by one common purpose — accelerate business growth through marketing and digital transformation. Named a top 3% Google Premier Partner and recognized by Inc. 5000 and Adweek’s 75 Fastest Growing Companies, we’re constantly looking for “A” players to join our team.

The rapid growth is attributed to our strongest asset — our people. Our teams are highly collaborative and work closely with each client to set clear goals and objectives so that we can deliver exceptional results. Mindgruve is a place where every opinion is valued. Not only will you be empowered to contribute ideas, but you will also play a key role in the execution and driving success for brands across a variety of industries. Sound fun? Perfect — you’ll fit right in.

The Account Director leads the strategy, financial performance and long-term success of key client relationships. This role guides account teams, builds trust with senior clients and ensures the agency delivers work that drives real business results. The Account Director identifies growth opportunities and mentors team members to reach their full potential.

What You'll Do Here:

• Set goals and plans for each client portfolio
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior clients
• Manage account budgets, forecasts and financial health
• Lead and mentor account teams to keep them engaged and growing
• Work with Strategy, Creative and Media leads to deliver clear, cohesive work
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships
• Act as a senior contact for client concerns and solve issues quickly
• Help with proposals, pitches and new business opportunities

We Need a Person With:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising or related field (advanced degree a plus)
• 10+ years in client leadership with at least 2 in senior roles
• 3-5 years managing people or teams
• Experience leading integrated campaigns across disciplines; Commerce experience is a plus
• Familiarity with Asana, HubSpot and Google Workspace preferred
• Proven success leading complex accounts
• Strong leadership that inspires teams and clients
• Connects client needs to practical marketing plans
• Communicates clearly and confidently
• Manages budgets and financial performance with care
• Supports team development and growth
• Skilled negotiator and steady presence in senior meetings

Compensation:

• Annual Salary: $95,000 - $120,000 (Pay range is based on a market reference point and potential job offers may vary based on the skills, education, experience and geographic location of the individual candidate. The compensation range reflects base rate only.)

Compensation will be commensurate with experience. Additionally, for eligible full-time employees, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance; a flexible spending account; voluntary life and accident plans; and a 401(k) retirement plan with matching. We have six office locations in the US: San Diego, California, Los Angeles, California, Covington, Kentucky, Denver, Colorado, Nashville, Tennessee and Charleston, South Carolina. We're seeking local candidates (or those open to relocation) who are able to work collaboratively with us in one of our office's; however, based on business needs and unique job functions, some roles may be eligible for remote work. (Bonus points if you’re bilingual in Spanish and/or Portuguese.)

Mindgruve is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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