Account Executive at Eicoff in Chicago, IL

Who we are looking for:

The Account Executive will collaborate closely with all members of the account team, serving as a vital link between clients, internal departments, and team members. In this role, you will build and maintain client trust, managing relationships at junior to mid-levels effectively. You will become an expert in the client's business, possessing a thorough understanding of the competitive landscape and the impact of data and business results.

What you’ll do:

• Build strong working relationships internally and with junior & mid‑level clients, serving as the connection point between client needs and Eicoff teams.
• Work closely with the Account Director across 1-3 client accounts to streamline communication, keep teams aligned, and ensure smooth delivery of work.
• Manage day‑to‑day tasks with growing independence and sound judgment.
• Oversee multiple smaller projects and support senior staff on larger efforts, tracking timelines and flagging risks or delays to the appropriate Eicoff teams.
• Lead internal and client meetings with confidence and preparation.
• Understand basic staffing and scoping needs, flagging scope shifts to senior team members.
• Bring energy, curiosity, and initiative to projects, helping keep work moving and contributing to more engaging deliverables.
• Review internal and client‑facing materials to ensure they tell a clear, accurate story, and partner with teams to resolve gaps before anything is delivered.
• Act as quality control for creative deliverables – ensuring scripts, storyboards, rough cuts, and final cuts accurately reflect client feedback at each stage.
• Learn to pull and organize data from agency tools and databases, helping the team prepare clear, client-ready insights and pitch materials.
• Learn the fundamentals of performance media metrics and how they inform client reporting, campaign optimizations, and client conversations.
• Partner with team leads to turn performance data, competitive activity, and creative observations into clear, actionable takeaways for clients.
• Partner with finance and media teams to confirm campaign billing is accurate, matches scope, and reflects the work delivered.
• Demonstrate interest and initiative in identifying new ideas or opportunities for clients.
• Contribute to new business efforts through research, coordination, and presentation support.

What you’ll need:

• 2-4 years of industry experience managing “the making” or delivery of great work.
• A positive, engaging presence that helps teams work well together.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build clean, compelling presentations in PowerPoint.
• Developed skills in research and analysis.
• Willingness to take on new challenges and operate autonomously.
• Critical attention to detail and organizational excellence.
• Good listener.
• Calm and focused under pressure.

The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click here for more details. Pay Range

$45,000—$100,000 USD

Eicoff, part of WPP, is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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