Senior Account Director - Finance Events

Senior Account Director - Financial Services & Events
**must be based in the NYC area, able to work hybrid, and travel domestically and globally as needed for events**

We believe in Extraordinary.

At Jack Morton we create head-turning, stomach-dropping, mind-boggling, smile-inducing brand experiences for everyone. It’s the future of marketing and there’s nothing passive or predictable about it. We promise every day will be different from the previous one in a very good way.

We take care of each other, as much as we take care of business. We marvel in each other’s uniqueness and revel in what each of us brings to the human potluck that is Jack.

So, if you want to help shape the future of an entire industry, welcome. If you feel work, and the people you work with, can be extraordinary, let’s chat. We’re Jack, and we can’t wait to meet you.

That brings us to you.

This role is ideally suited for a candidate based in the New York City area, with the flexibility to work remotely and travel into Manhattan for in-person client meetings. While the core client team is East Coast-based, this role requires a candidate who can effectively collaborate with a West Coast-based internal team. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing their schedule to accommodate meetings and communication across time zones as needed.

Are you a passionate and strategic Senior Account Director ready to lead the charge on a key account? We're looking for a driven individual with a proven track record in B2B event marketing, particularly within luxury professional services or with high-net-worth clients and C-suite executives. You'll be responsible for delivering exceptional brand experiences that not only meet but exceed expectations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, excel at building strong client relationships, and possess a unique blend of strategic vision and hands-on execution, this is the opportunity for you.

As a leader within our collaborative and innovative team, you'll be the voice of the client, evangelizing Jack Morton's vision and passion for creating extraordinary experiences.

What you’ll be doing

Great Work

• Understand the client’s business objectives, market landscape, and competitive environment to serve as a trusted advisor and drive innovative, impactful solutions.
• Possess a strategic vision for elevating the role of events within the client's overall marketing strategy, guiding them toward innovative approaches to measurement, effectiveness, and creatively superior brand experiences that resonate with their target audience.
• Collaborate with a cross-functional team of creatives, strategists, and production experts to ensure that all work aligns with brand guidelines, strategic goals, and high standards for quality.
• Contribute fresh ideas, represent client interests, and clearly communicate feedback to internal teams, ensuring a seamless and collaborative workflow.
• Be a champion of extraordinary work, providing inspiration, leadership, and expertise in the agency’s offerings, with a specific focus on delivering flawlessly executed and strategically sound event and experiential programs.
• Maintain a deep understanding of industry best practices, emerging technologies, and innovative event formats to continuously elevate the quality and impact of our work.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and innovative event formats to continuously elevate the quality and impact of our work.
• Proactively anticipate challenges and develop solutions to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfaction.

Grow Business

• Proactively identify opportunities to expand Jack Morton's relationship with the client, leveraging your understanding of their business needs and our agency's capabilities.
• Manage project scope and hours efficiently, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Grow client revenue with your relationship building skills and oversee client profitability, ensuring financial targets are met.
• Lead new business opportunities, from qualifying leads to overseeing the pitch process and owning deliverables.
• Identify internal partnership opportunities within Jack or IPG network and manage partner deliverables, ensuring seamless integration and collaboration.
• Partner with Brand Marketing to develop Award submissions and Case Studies that highlight the success of our work and elevate Jack Morton's reputation.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of Apollo's current partnerships, service needs, and future objectives to identify opportunities for Jack Morton to provide st