Senior Account Manager

Prime Advertising + Design; Maple Grove (MN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Advertising + Design in Maple Grove, MN is seeking a Senior Account Manager to lead key client relationships in a hybrid role with some remote work. You will serve as the primary contact, ensure projects stay within scope and budget, and coordinate with design, digital, and production teams to deliver outstanding results.

You will develop proposals, gather requirements, and monitor performance while mentoring junior staff and helping to grow accounts with strategic recommendations.

Qualifications

• Experience managing client relationships and guiding projects end-to-end.
• Strong planning, organization, and stakeholder communication skills.
• Knowledge of digital marketing, SEO, and e-commerce in client solutions.
• Ability to analyze campaign metrics and present data-driven recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with negotiation skills.
• Experience in a hybrid work environment balancing on-site Maple Grove work with remote tasks.
• Background in an agency or fast-paced setting, senior account management preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead client meetings and clarify requirements to define scope.
• Develop proposals and coordinate with design, digital, and production teams.
• Monitor project performance and budgets; grow accounts through strategic recommendations.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to process improvements.
• Maintain high standards of service and clear client communication.

Skills

Client relationships

Project management

Digital marketing

Data-driven insights

Communication skills

Hybrid work

Agency experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business

Tools

CRM software

Agency management software

Job description

Company Description Prime Advertising + Design is a full-service marketing and design agency that brings a high level of energy and creativity to every client interaction. The team delivers high-quality services across web, multimedia, print, and community-focused initiatives, supporting organizations of all sizes and budgets. Prime has a strong history of partnering with local businesses, civic groups, government entities, and non-profits to elevate their visibility and impact. The agency stays current with technology and communication trends, offering expertise in social media, search engine optimization (SEO), and e-commerce. Candidates can learn more about Prime’s culture and approach by viewing the About Us video linked on the company website.

Role Description The Senior Account Manager is a full-time, hybrid role based in Maple Grove, MN, with flexibility for some work from home. This role oversees key client relationships, serving as the primary point of contact and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with client goals. Daily responsibilities include leading client meetings, gathering and clarifying requirements, developing proposals, and coordinating with internal teams across design, digital, and production. The Senior Account Manager monitors project performance, manages budgets, and identifies opportunities to grow accounts through strategic recommendations. This role also contributes to process improvement, mentors junior team members, and helps maintain high standards of service and communication.

Qualifications

• Strong client relationship management skills, including account planning, stakeholder communication, and conflict resolution.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional marketing and design projects, with solid project management and organization skills.
• Knowledge of digital marketing and web practices, such as social media, SEO, and e-commerce, and ability to translate them into client solutions.
• Ability to analyze campaign performance, interpret metrics, and present data-driven recommendations to clients and internal teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation and negotiation capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a hybrid environment, balancing on-site collaboration in Maple Grove, MN with effective remote work.
• Prior experience in an agency or similar fast-paced environment, ideally in a senior account management or client services role.
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Comfort with common office and project management tools; familiarity with CRM or agency management software is a plus.
• A collaborative mindset, strong attention to detail, and commitment to inclusive, professional interactions with clients and colleagues.