Lead Associate Account Director (Digital Advertising)

Location: Chicago, United States

Base salary: $92,500–$169,600 USD annually; additional variable compensation, commissions, and stock-based compensation may be available.

Company

hirify.global is a global technology company providing an independent digital advertising platform that helps advertisers reach audiences across streaming TV, podcasts, mobile apps, news, and other open-internet channels.

What you will do

• Oversee the health of a portfolio of mid-market accounts across agency holding groups, independent agencies, and brand-direct relationships.
• Act as a strategic advisor by guiding problem-solving discussions, delivering client service, and demonstrating platform value through innovative solutions.
• Lead agency and brand client meetings in collaboration with business development and trading counterparts.
• Develop portfolio-specific goals, track monthly and quarterly revenue progress, and report team bandwidth and performance to management.
• Identify product opportunities based on client business objectives and act as a liaison between clients and the product team.
• Coach and manage a small Account Manager team, including expectations, career development, feedback, performance, and leadership growth.

Requirements

• 7+ years of digital advertising experience, including at least 2 years directly managing and developing a team.
• Experience developing, nurturing, and managing client relationships.
• Proven track record of driving revenue growth with large customer accounts.
• Strong collaborative management and leadership skills.
• Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders, executive teams, and industry groups.
• Ability to execute and coach others to execute in a fast-paced environment through effective time management and prioritization.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ambition to develop personally and support the development of others.
• Excellent influencing and negotiation skills.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive, collaborative environment that values diverse perspectives, curiosity, and continuous learning.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision healthcare with premiums paid in full for employees and dependents.
• 401(k) retirement benefits with company match, disability coverage, basic life insurance, and well-being benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement, parental leave, sick time, paid vacation, and approximately 13 paid holidays annually.
• Eligibility for stock-based compensation and an employee stock purchase plan with discounted company stock.