SVP Group Account Director

About the Role

As SVP, Group Account Director, you are the executive lead for one of our most strategically important client relationships. You operate at the intersection of enterprise partnership, commercial growth, operational leadership, creative production excellence, and AI‑driven transformation. You are both the commercial owner of the business and the architect of its AI‑enabled evolution. In a fast‑moving, collaborative environment you build senior‑level trust, diagnose complex business challenges, and design AI‑enabled operating models that drive measurable impact. You ensure fiscal health, production excellence, and long‑term growth while shaping how we deliver through scalable, AI‑powered workflows.

ResponsibilitiesExecutive Client Leadership and Transformation

• Align integrated marketing, creative, and production ecosystems to client business priorities and growth objectives.
• Ensure programs drive measurable brand impact, commercial performance, and operational advantage across channels.
• Act as executive sponsor for high‑impact initiatives, providing strategic oversight and cross‑functional alignment.
• Orchestrate creative, media, technology, data, and AI capabilities to deliver differentiated, connected solutions.
• Elevate the conversation from outputs to outcomes, positioning integrated delivery as a competitive advantage for the client.

Commercial and Strategic Growth

• Deliver against revenue, margin, and operational KPIs.
• Expand footprint across business units, channels, and services.
• Shape AI‑differentiated proposals, RFP responses, and growth strategies.
• Lead pricing strategy and commercial negotiations.
• Identify and convert AI‑enabled upsell and cross‑sell opportunities.

People and Leadership

• Lead and develop senior account leaders and cross‑functional teams.
• Elevate AI fluency and foster a culture of experimentation and accountability.
• Drive collaboration across regions and disciplines.
• Build a sustainable leadership pipeline across the account.

Success Is Measured By

• Revenue growth and margin expansion.
• Executive‑level client trust and retention.
• Scaled adoption of AI with measurable business impact.
• Expansion across services and business units.
• Operational efficiency and production scalability.
• High‑performing, engaged teams.

About You

• 15+ years in senior marketing or agency leadership roles.
• Proven success managing and growing multi‑million‑dollar global accounts.
• Deep understanding of marketing and production workflows.
• Demonstrated experience translating business challenges into AI‑enabled solutions.
• Experience leading transformation, workflow redesign, or enterprise change initiatives.
• Strong executive presence with C‑level stakeholders.
• Commercially sharp and operationally rigorous.
• Experienced people leader.

Benefits

• Excellent, full coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous PTO and 15 company‑wide holidays.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Paid parental leave.
• Work‑life balance with an emphasis on personal well‑being.
• Career growth in a disruptive space and entrepreneurial opportunities within the Monks network.
• A globally diverse and inclusive culture with employee resource groups such as S4 Melanin, Pride, Monks, Cultura, and more.
• Authentic commitment to DEI efforts and sustainable growth.

Salary Range

Salary Range: $200,000—$245,000 USD

Equal‑Opportunity Statement

At Monks, we believe in fostering an environment where a diversity of perspectives can thrive. We proactively work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds, who are excited to contribute to our mission.

Return to Office Policy

This role is subject to our Return to Office (RTO) policy. If you reside within a commutable distance of one of our office locations, you will be expected to work from the office a set number of days per week. The specific details, including the number of required office days, will be in accordance with the company’s then‑current RTO policy, which is subject to change from time to time.

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