Strategic Account Director: Lead Growth & Relationships

Boutique Recruiting; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical dental vision

401(k) plan

Bonus program

Brand exposure

Collaborative environment

Autonomy in role

Annual reviews

Onsite hours 8-5

Job summary

Boutique Recruiting is seeking an Account Director in Irvine, CA for an established full-service advertising and marketing agency. Lead client relationships, drive account growth, and oversee strategic initiatives across a diverse portfolio.

You will manage day-to-day operations, develop marketing strategies, present to clients, and lead a small team while serving as a trusted advisor to executives. Must have 5–7+ years in the field and willingness to travel domestically.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of experience in advertising or marketing agency environments.
• Proven ability to grow and retain client accounts.
• Experience with CRM systems, websites, and digital marketing campaigns.
• Strong strategic, analytical, and relationship management skills.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent professional experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage client relationships as strategic advisor while ensuring service, retention, and growth.
• Identify opportunities to upsell and expand existing accounts.
• Oversee day-to-day account operations, deliverables, timelines, and cross-functional coordination.
• Develop and present marketing strategies, campaigns, proposals, and reviews to clients.
• Manage account budgets, profitability, and P&L performance.
• Collaborate with creative, digital, media, and marketing teams to execute campaigns.
• Support new business pitches, RFPs, proposals, contracts, and growth initiatives.
• Provide leadership to 1–2 direct reports and coordinate with senior leadership.
• Build relationships across diverse industries, including healthcare, while navigating priorities.

Skills

Account management

Relationship building

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or communications

Tools

CRM systems

Adobe InDesign

Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Job description

Boutique Recruiting is seeking an Account Director in Irvine, CA for an established full-service advertising and marketing agency. Lead client relationships, drive account growth, and oversee strategic initiatives across a diverse portfolio.

You will manage day-to-day operations, develop marketing strategies, present to clients, and lead a small team while serving as a trusted advisor to executives. Must have 5–7+ years in the field and willingness to travel domestically.