Join Our Team as a Group Account Director!

Are you ready to take the lead in a dynamic role that blends creativity, strategy, and innovation? Jackson Dawson is on the lookout for an experienced Group Account Director to partner with one of our prestigious automotive clients. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment where your ideas can drive real change!

In this hybrid position, you'll spend 2-3 days a week in our new Dearborn, MI office, collaborating with a talented team that thrives on pushing boundaries.

Key Responsibilities

New Business

• Business Growth Champion: Identify and pursue new revenue opportunities within existing client portfolios
• Cultivate Relationships: Build and maintain senior-level client relationships that ensure unparalleled satisfaction and loyalty.

Account Management

• Lead with Confidence: Represent Jackson Dawson and our clients with poise and authority, guiding our teams through exciting projects.
• Stay Ahead of the Curve: Maintain an in-depth understanding of program Scope of Work to ensure we consistently exceed client expectations.
• Collaborative Spirit: Establish regular checkpoints with cross-functional teams to stay informed about programs, opportunities, and key highlights.
• Adaptable Team Player: Be ready to tackle additional duties as needed, showcasing your flexibility and can-do attitude.

Team Leadership

• Inspire Excellence: Lead a cross-functional Account Team that includes content creators, digital strategists, program managers, and production experts.
• Brand Development Enthusiast: Understand and appreciate the nuances of marketing and training message development for new brand launches.
• Foster Growth: Continuously explore ways to enhance team synergy, efficiency, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or Advertising, or equivalent work experience; MBA preferred or equivalent additional work experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive leadership experience in account management within event marketing, training, experiential marketing, or closely related marketing disciplines
• Strong ability to “connect the dots” across various aspects of account management and client relations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with proven presentation abilities.
• A demonstrated track record of successfully leading agile teams toward shared goals.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%, often on short notice—because great ideas can happen anywhere!