Agency Account Executive
Now Hiring: AE or Jr. AE for Seattle-area agency
We are currently looking for a junior or mid-level Account Executive with at least a year of experience working on an account team at one of the larger ad agencies.
Location: Remote / Hybrid; Seattle area candidates preferred (some travel necessary)
Company: TBA Client Agency
About Vicarious Talent Agency
Vicarious Talent Agency, headquartered in Seattle, is a premier recruiting agency specializing in connecting top creative talent with leading companies worldwide. We focus on building impactful relationships with influential, cutting-edge creative talents and visionary client-side marketers, and we win by delivering exceptional creative solutions to our tech, healthcare, wellness, hospitality, entertainment and agency clients. Tapping into our creatives' passions to achieve successful outcomes for our clients drives everything we do.
Position Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Account Executive to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success working in an agency environment and managing accounts, either while at one of the larger shops / holding companies, or while dedicated to a Fortune 1000 client account. This role requires strategic and analytical thinking, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to cultivate strong client relationships while delivering top-notch service.
Key Responsibilities
Client Relationship Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring their needs are met with professionalism and strategic insight.
Client POV: Strive to understand the clients needs and perspectives so that you can play the client "role" (be the client's advocate) during internal meetings to better meet client objectives.
Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including creative, strategy, media, and operations, to deliver seamless and impactful client solutions.
Project Management: Oversee timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure projects are executed efficiently and to the highest standards.
Market Insight: Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and client-specific challenges to provide valuable insights and recommendations.
Reporting: Provide regular updates and performance reports to clients and internal stakeholders.
Qualifications
Experience: Minimum of 1 year on an account team within a large, established agency setting, preferably with exposure to big corporate clients.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
Skills:
Strong ability to manage multiple projects and clients simultaneously.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a persuasive and confident demeanor.
Expertise in client presentations, pitch development, and storytelling.
Proven ability to earn the respect of both senior-level client-side marketers and a wild and unruly creative team.
Tools: Proficiency in business software, project management tools, and presentation platforms.
Personality: Detail-oriented, highly organized, and driven to exceed client expectations.
Compensation
Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications.
Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, professional development opportunities, and generous PTO.
Why Join Us?
Collaborate with some of the most influential brands in the world.
Work in a supportive, innovative environment that values creativity and collaboration.
Be part of a growing agency that places emphasis on professional growth and development.
Application Process
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through our online portal by clicking below.
At Vicarious Talent Agency, we celebrate, encourage, and support diversity as an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
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