Senior Account Executive

Tegan; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan matching

Unlimited PTO

Relaxed office environment

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Tegan in Dallas is seeking a Senior Account Executive to lead client relationships and manage small to mid-size accounts with support from leadership.

You will own project scopes, briefs, and timelines, collaborate with project managers, deliver on briefs, and keep clients aligned with priorities. This is not an entry-level role and requires 3–5 years agency experience, strong communication, and a proactive, collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in account management at an agency.
• Strong client relationship skills and understanding of agency rhythms.
• Strategic thinking with ability to manage multiple workstreams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead small to mid-size accounts with guidance from leadership.
• Align client priorities with scope, brief, and timelines.
• Partner with Project Managers to deliver on time and budget.
• Attend internal reviews to ensure work stays on brief.
• Prepare client status updates and action-oriented meeting recaps.
• Develop brand-focused briefs and recommendations for clients.

Job description

At Tegan, were a tight-knit digital-first, full-service agency passionate about meaningful design and thoughtful strategy. We partner with like-minded brands and clients to create impactful work with creativity, craftsmanship, and a true dedication to people at the heart of everything we do. Join our team, and youll be a part of a space where creativity thrives, collaboration shines, and bold thinking is always encouraged.

Were looking for a Senior Account Executive who knows agency life inside and out. Someone who has carried client relationships before, understands the rhythm of scopes and deadlines, and is ready to bring that experience to our team.

This isnt an entry-level role. Were looking for someone with 3-5 years experience who can lead small accounts independently (with support from account leadership) and provide hands-on support for mid- to large-sized clients. Youll act as a trusted partner to your clients and a brand advocate internally thering projects on scope, on brief, and on strategy, while staying close to industry trends and competitive landscape that shape our clients' decisions.

What Youll Do

Client & Project Ownership

• Lead small-sized accounts (with support of account leadership) and support mid- to large-sized clients
• Partner with clients to align on project priorities against the scope of work
• Partner with Project Managers to execute internal deliverables on time and on budget
• Attend internal reviews to ensure project deliverables are on brief before they go to the client
• Maintain client status documents to keep external parties aligned on priorities and next steps
• Deliver external meeting recaps with clear action items to both the client and the internal working team

Brand Strategy & Insights

• Develop brand-focused creative briefs
• Champion strategies that position the clients brand, including target audience, key messaging, and value proposition
• Conduct ongoing competitive analysis and monitor industry trends to inform client recommendations
• Partner with Senior Account Director/Account Supervisors to pull together well-reasoned recommendations for client consideration

Collaboration & Growth

• Report to the Senior Account Director and meet for biweekly 1:1s for ongoing mentorship
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key client contacts, acting as a trusted extension of their team
• Establish strong internal relationships across departments and disciplines to keep work moving smoothly

Reporting & Performance

• Partner with Project Managers to execute monthly performance reporting decks
• Provide insights and recommendations based on the compiled monthly and quarterly performance data

What You Bring

• 3–5 years of experience in account management or client services at an agency this is not an entry-level role
• An understanding of executing against scopes, timelines, and how to manage multiple workstreams at once
• Strategic, critical thinking with strong problem-solving instincts
• Curiosity around market research and consumer behavior
• An eye for creative direction and storytelling, to be the brand champion
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with confidence presenting to clients
• A collaborative, solution-oriented approach and the flexibility that comes with working at a smaller agency
• Exposure to paid media and/or website development projects is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Unlimited PTO
• Retirement plan matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Relaxed/casual office environment
• Flexible work schedules