VP, Account Director

Fifth Element

  • New York, New York
  • 9 days ago
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    Skills

    • Advertising Agenciesunmatched
    • Biotech and Pharmaceuticalunmatched
    • Budget Managementunmatched
    • Budgetingunmatched
    • Coachingunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Customer Relationsunmatched
    • Financial Managementunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

    Description

    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.


    Requirements
    • 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

    Pay Range: $175,000- $195,000

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationNew York, New York

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