Senior Account Executive

The Variable is a forward-thinking advertising agency focused on driving ownable differentiation for our clients. We believe the strongest results happen when brand and performance work together, creating ideas that break through, spend that works harder, and outcomes that multiply. With a dedication to innovation and strategic partnership, we work as true client partners to deliver creative that inspires, strategies that perform, and results that matter.

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Senior Account Executive, you play a critical role in ensuring projects run smoothly from scoping through final delivery. You turn direction from Business Consulting and Account Leadership into clear, trackable plans and proactively coordinate the moving parts across timelines, budgets, and deliverables.

You work closely with Delivery and Agency Operations to validate feasibility, keep workstreams aligned, and maintain internal and external visibility. You build strong working relationships with clients and internal teams alike — driving clarity, managing expectations, and keeping projects on track every step of the way.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Project & Delivery Execution

• Translate strategic direction from BC and account leadership into detailed timelines, deliverables, and action items.
• Partner with Delivery to confirm feasibility, resource allocation, and milestone dates, ensuring all updates are reflected in agency systems (Workamajig, Asana, Google Drive) so teams have an accurate view of progress.
• Monitor day-to-day project progress, flagging risks early to account leadership and Delivery.
• Organize and track client feedback, ensuring it’s addressed efficiently.

Client Support

• Serve as a point of contact for client communications on assigned projects, escalating issues when needed.
• Support in preparing meeting agendas, status reports, and client updates.
• Build rapport with client-side contacts to foster a strong working relationship.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• With Business Consulting, Strategy, Creative, and Media leads: Coordinate project inputs to ensure strategic integrity and alignment.
• With Delivery and AO: Stay tightly aligned on feasibility, workflow, and resource planning.
• With Finance: Track budget usage for assigned projects and flag potential overages or changes in scope.

Team Support & Development

• Support Account Supervisors and Directors in managing project load and prioritization.
• Provide guidance and clarity to Account Executives and other junior team members.
• Contribute to documentation and organization within agency systems, maintaining accuracy and accountability.

MINDSET & APPROACH

At The Variable, people who thrive and help our clients grow bring three things to the table:

• Endless Curiosity: You seek to understand not just what’s being asked, but why. You go deeper to better support your team and your clients.
• Growth Mindset: You’re always improving, your workflows, your relationships, and your ability to lead projects with confidence.
• AI-First Hustle: You use AI tools to streamline project planning, recap meetings, and remove friction. You work faster and smarter by default.

KEY TRAITS

• Delivery-Focused: You move work forward efficiently and without delay.
• Detail-Oriented: You know where things stand, what’s next, and what’s missing — always.
• Client-Savvy: You communicate with clarity and professionalism in every interaction.
• Solution-Oriented: You anticipate blockers and find ways around them.
• Cross-Team Connector: You work fluidly with creative, strategic, and operational teams.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3–5 years of experience in account management, client services, or project coordination in an agency setting.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and communicating with clients directly
• Familiarity with project management tools like Asana, Trello, or Workamajig
• Experience supporting both brand and performance marketing initiatives

WE OFFER

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family, with strong employer contributions
• 401(k) with a 4 percent employer match, immediately vested
• Monthly, non-taxable cell phone reimbursement
• Meaningful bonus opportunities, including client referrals, employee referrals, and a peer-to-peer bonus program that gives you $1,000 each year to recognize teammates doing great work
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental and medical leave, plus a paid, part-time transition back to work, designed to support recovery, bonding, and balance for all parents
• Generous paid time off that increases with tenure, plus Me Time Off (MTO) for the real-life moments that don’t require a full PTO day
• Paid holidays and agency-wide closures, with additional flexibility built into our time-off approach
• Bereavement leave that recognizes loss in all its forms, including miscarriage
• Protected “Heads Down” time every Wednesday afternoon, reserved for deep focus and uninterrupted work
• Hybrid work model with intentional in-office collaboration and flexibility where it works best
• Mental health, financial wellness, and well-being resources to support you as a whole person

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are an EOE and proudly embrace diversity in all its forms. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, religion, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your resume directly to Megan Streba, mstreba@thevariable.com

Please note: We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. While we review every application with care, we will only be reaching out to candidates whose experience aligns with the needs of the role.