Account Manager

Carmichael Lynch; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent marketing agency in Minneapolis is seeking an experienced Account Manager to oversee client accounts, ensuring effective execution of marketing strategies and maintaining strong client relationships. This role requires 2-4 years of agency experience along with exceptional project management and communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $52,000 to $56,000 annually, along with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Professional Development

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401k with company match

Generous PTO and parental leave

Qualifications

• 2-4 years agency account management experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Execute all marketing and creative for assigned accounts.
• Maintain positive relationships between agency and client.
• Monitor budget, billing, and project activity.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

We believe that when the best of strategy and creativity come together, brands stand apart.

Our Hiring Philosophy

Carmichael Lynch is committed to creating a diverse, safe and welcoming workplace with opportunity for all. We strive for inclusion, equity and diversity in both our words and actions. BIPOC, women, marginalized communities, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To learn more, please visit: https://www.carmichaellynch.com/about/

What’s In It for You

• Professional Development (performance reviews 2x annually, training opportunities related to your field of development, one-on-ones with managers, etc.)
• We offer competitive, equitable salaries (reviewed annually to ensure equity and competitiveness)
• A strong, vibrant, continually-evolving Diversity, Equity and Inclusion belief (in thought and action), encompassing our agency and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). Recognizing the voices that need to be heard.
• Competitive, company and employee sponsored benefits, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k (company matched 50% of first 6%), PTO (vacation/sick time) allowance, 18-week maternity leave, 12-week parental leave, 19 paid company holidays, Family Building Benefit (adoption, surrogacy benefit), tuition reimbursement and much more.

*Please note that these benefits only apply to full time roles

Role:

The Account Manager role is primarily responsible for the execution of all marketing and creative for assigned accounts. They are the client’s day-to-day contact and brand steward within the agency, and should drive and carry out the execution of projects flawlessly across the client’s business. They support the senior members of the account team and effectively manage up to ensure open communication on the status of projects.

Areas of Focus:

• Demonstrates the ability to lead projects independently; but works effectively to manage upwards and across the team
• Understands role and function of other agency disciplines and when those staff members should be brought in to interface with the client
• Sets and communicates clear expectations with the team for each project
• Maintains a positive relationship between agency and client
• Understand clients’ business and strategic direction
• Assists with the development of marketing and communications planning
• Supports both the National and Regional account teams
• Follows up on all work in progress to ensure timelines and budgets are met
• Keeps immediate supervisor informed of status and progress of all projects
• Monitor all budget, billing and production activity assigned and communicate status of each project to appropriate agency and client personnel
• Successfully maintains the core functions of the account: weekly status reports, contact reports within 24 hours, monthly billing, tracking estimates
• Builds trust in team members by taking initiative, responding quickly and accurately to requests from client and internal partners, managing multiple projects
• 2 – 4 years agency account management experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Thrive in a collaborative and fast-paced environment
• Confident and resourceful, can function with minimal supervision
• Possess excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Exhibit excellent written and oral communications skills
• Dynamic agency member, contributing to a positive culture

Salary Range: $52,000 - 56,000 annually

The salary range may be influenced by factors such as budget, relevant experience, qualifications, tenure, or internal salary data.

Note: This description reflects the role responsibilities and qualifications; other elements of the application process are not included here.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Carmichael Lynch is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.