SEE THINGS DIFFERENTLY.
Technology and creativity serve the idea. Together. To view them any other way is to view them with the narrowest of vision.
We are Sapient Interactive. Since 1990, we have partnered with some of the world’s most recognized brands, and – by leveraging the power of both creativity and technology – helped them achieve success at a rate nearly three times the industry average. Our commitment to our clients is renowned; our passion for delivering exceptional value unparalleled.
To foster that passion and deliver on that level of commitment takes a special group of people. That’s why we work hard to maintain a corporate culture that inspires growth and creativity, demands openness and client-focused delivery, and celebrates initiative and risk-taking.
Does this speak to you? Then whether you’re fluent in the language of HTML, strategy, typography, or consumer research, we invite you to bring your talents and passion to Sapient. Where we’ve not only struck a balance between art and science – we’ve mastered it.
Job Title:Account Director
Job Location : New York
Job Summary:
Manages multiple lines of business within a single client relationship or multiple clients through the ability to understand client marketing and business objectives and develops high-level strategic plans. Drives strategic plans and objectives for clients within the agency and monitors efforts to ensure adherence to timelines and budgets. Manages internal resource allocation and costs towards profitability. Support company financial goals by growing accounts and nurturing new relationships.
Responsibilities:
Single point of accountability within Sapient for a determined set of client relationships
Develops and cultivates relationships with clients at the most senior levels
Understand the unique opportunities and challenges of the markets in which the Clients under management operate
Stays abreast of trends in the digitally enabled world and how the affect clients’ business and marketing initiatives
Drives strategic initiatives for clients towards specific measurable business goals
Responsible for driving commercial contributions towards company growth as well as account profitability
Communicates and disseminates client requests to team; manages client expectations; manages internal communications and external communication with vendors, media partners
Generates project and creative briefs to illustrate the essential elements of a project including objectives, strategies, target audience, background, and executional considerations
Develops case studies on clients’ business
Experience Guidelines:
8 -10 years of experience of account management in an agency environment.
Strong interactive background a must
Accountability for budget or client revenue of $4mm+
3+ years of client executive experience with primary accountability for peer-level client relationships at the Director and Vice President levels
Experienced with multiple campaign lifecycles from business development to final delivery
Experience leading teams with multiple discipline representation (especially technology, creative, media and strategy)
Frequent travel may be required
Education:
Bachelor’s degree required
About Sapient
Sapient, a global services firm, helps clients compete, evolve and grow in an increasingly complex marketplace. We operate two groups—Sapient Interactive and Sapient Consulting—positioned at the intersection of marketing, business and technology. Sapient Interactive provides brand and marketing strategy, award-winning creative work, web design and development and emerging media expertise. Sapient Consulting provides business and IT strategy, process and systems design, package implementation and custom development, as well as outsourcing services such as testing, maintenance and support.
Our passion for client success—evidenced by our ability to foster collaboration, drive innovation and solve challenging problems—is the subject of case studies on leadership and organizational behavior used by MBA students at both Harvard and Yale. Leading clients, including BP, Essent Energie, Harrah's Entertainment, Hilton International, Janus, Sony Electronics and Verizon, rely on our unique approach to drive growth and market momentum. Headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Sapient operates across North America, Europe and India. For more information, please visit .
Sapient is a registered service mark of Sapient Corporation.
Sapient is an Equal Opportunity Employer
*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing, and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds.
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