Fifth Element

Fifth Element

·4 days ago

Vp, account director

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Location

remote, New York, NY, United States

Salary

$175k – $195k/yr

Commitment

Full Time

Level

VP / C-level

Required skills

Client Relationship ManagementStrategic PlanningCross-functional Team LeadershipBudget ManagementMentorshipPharmaceutical AdvertisingAgency ManagementVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationBusiness GrowthPitchingProblem Solving

Job Description

The VP, Account Director is a senior client whisperer and strategic powerhouse—owning top-level relationships and keeping brands moving forward. They lead cross-functional teams across complex, multichannel work, making sure everything stays smart, seamless, and on budget.

Part mentor, part growth driver, part problem-solver, this role builds strong teams, spots challenges before they happen, and helps push both clients and the agency to the next level.

Responsibilities

  • Own senior client relationships as a trusted advisor and brand steward.
  • Lead cross-functional teams across multichannel work—keeping timelines, budgets, and workflows on track (and drama low).
  • Anticipate challenges, solve problems before they surface, and guide teams past known pitfalls.
  • Coach and develop high-performing talent while fostering a collaborative, no-silos culture.
  • Partner with leadership and Project Management to staff smartly and manage financial health.
  • Drive agency growth through pitches, organic opportunities, and smart use of internal expertise.
  • Lead initiatives that elevate the agency’s vision, performance, and presence.

7-8 years of pharmaceutical advertising and/or agency experience

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Previous experience managing teams

Able to travel to client meetings

Able to take the lead across a multi-disciplinary team

Ready to join the team?

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