Account Executive

Grey US; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Grey US in New York is looking for an Account Executive to serve as the primary liaison between clients and the agency. The role involves developing strong relationships, collaborating across teams, and ensuring high-quality creative work.

Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years in a marketing environment, a proven ability to think creatively and strategically, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position offers a hybrid work model and a competitive pay range.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in a marketing agency, association, or related field.
• Ability to be resourceful and think strategically and creatively.
• Desire to contribute to a diverse and inclusive work community.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Superior language and grammar skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main liaison between the agency and the client.
• Develop strong client relationships across various disciplines.
• Collaborate with creative departments to craft compelling briefs.
• Prepare client status reports and competitor analyses.
• Mentor and guide junior team members.

Skills

Resourcefulness

Strategic thinking

Creativity

Collaboration

Education

1-3 years of experience in a marketing agency or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Keynote

PDF

Job description

At GREY, part of WPP, we create Famously Effective ideas that move people, business, and the world forward – harnessing the power of creativity to solve business problems – for the world’s most influential brands. Our core values – creativity, unity, empathy, and service – power the work we do in each of our 25+ studios across six continents.

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting‑edge media intelligence and data solutions, world‑class creativity, next‑generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Account Executive (AE) acts as the main liaison between the agency and the client and will report into the Account Supervisor or VP, Account Director. The AE is responsible for the day‑to‑day operation of the client account including attending client presentations and gaining internal and external creative concept approval. Our work is fully integrated across live‑action television shoots, content development, digital, social, and OOH. This is a fast‑paced and dynamic role in which you will be a true partner to our clients and cross‑functional agency teams ensuring that Grey continues to champion our efforts in making Famously Effective work for our clients.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Client+ Brand Advisor

• Assume the role of main day‑to‑day client contact.
• Develop strong relationships with clients across various disciplines and business areas throughout the organization, including Creative, Strategy/Planning, Project Management, and Production teams.
• Continually seek ways to add value to the client agency relationship.
• Respond promptly to all client and internal requests.
• Become a subject matter expert in the client’s business, immersing yourself in their history, objectives, market trends, and vision.
• Creative Collaborator and Creative Champion
• Influence the development of the highest quality creative work by sharing knowledge of the client, business, and brand and demonstrating strong creative judgment and strategic recommendations.
• Collaborate with Planning, Project Management, and Creative departments to write a strong inspiring agency brief and concept based on the client’s initial brief.
• Management of all internal checkpoints for a project, including legal and network clearance, talent management, business affairs and trafficking.
• Populate and distribute weekly/monthly status reports to key stakeholders.

Growth Oriented Agency Leader

• Provide client‑service administration, including preparing client status and activity reports, attending meetings and conference calls, compiling reports and competitor trend analyses, tracking usage and performance, scheduling (in partnership with your Project Manager and Financial partners), and organizing logistics.
• Supervise and provide mentorship and guidance to junior members of the team, including oversight of the Assistant Account Executives.
• Intentional Leadership
• Set priorities, organize workstreams, and assume a leadership role and key point of contact for assigned projects.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 1-3 years of experience in a marketing agency, association, or related field.
• Ability to be resourceful and think strategically and creatively.
• Desire to contribute to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work community.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Familiar with other creative platforms including but not limited to Keynote, PDF.
• Superior language and grammar skills.

WHO YOU ARE

• Creative: Putting together two things to create a third thing no one’s ever seen before.
• Productive: Acting on ideas to make things happen and get stuff done.
• Collaborative: Focused on the greater good versus personal gain.
• Adaptable: Ready and able to embrace change.

Pay Range

$35,000 - $75,000 USD

We believe great work happens when we’re together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach including required in‑office days. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

GREY is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.