Business Director - Agency

Our client, a national marketing and advertising agency in Chicago, is looking for a Business Director who will serve as a strategic leader and trusted advisor to clients, overseeing key accounts and driving the successful delivery of integrated marketing and advertising initiatives. This role requires a strong command of agency operations, client management, and cross‑functional collaboration to ensure programs are executed flawlessly and aligned with business goals.

The Business Director will lead account teams, guide client strategy, identify growth opportunities, and maintain high standards of creative and operational excellence.

Location:

Chicago, IL. Hybrid: 3 days/week onsite. Salary: $150,000 – $250,000.

• Lead day‑to‑day client relationships, acting as the senior point of contact and ensuring exceptional partnership, communication, and delivery.
• Drive strategic planning and provide thought leadership to help clients achieve their marketing, brand, and business objectives.
• Oversee the development and execution of integrated campaigns across channels including digital, social, content, experiential, broadcast, and print.
• Partner with creative, strategy, media, and production teams to deliver cohesive and on‑brief work.
• Manage account financials, including forecasting, scoping, budgeting, and profitability.
• Identify and pursue organic growth opportunities through proactive recommendations and solutions.
• Mentor and guide account team members, ensuring professional development and fostering a collaborative, high‑performing culture.
• Present strategic plans, campaign recommendations, and performance results to senior client stakeholders.
• Ensure operational excellence across all projects, optimizing processes and removing roadblocks to deliver on time and on budget.
• Monitor industry and competitive trends to inform client strategies and agency thought leadership.

• 10‑15+ years of marketing or advertising agency experience in client services, account management, or business leadership roles.
• Proven experience leading large integrated accounts and managing cross‑functional teams.
• Strong strategic thinking abilities with a track record of shaping and driving effective marketing solutions.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Deep understanding of brand strategy, campaign development, digital ecosystems, and performance marketing.
• Demonstrated success managing budgets, scopes, and financial performance.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate complex client or business challenges.
• Highly organized, solution‑oriented, and comfortable working in fast‑paced environments.
• Experience mentoring and developing talent within account teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees, including medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit, and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers – which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long‑term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results.

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