Account Lead - Marketing

We’re in the business of Good

Lions International is the largest service club organization in the world. Our 1.4 million members are serving locally and globally to help take on some of the biggest challenges facing humanity. Every Lion and club are supported by our international association. More than 300 Lions International staff members are constantly working on tools and technology to enhance Lions’ service. When caring people join together, roll up their sleeves and take action to make their community better, it’s an incredible feeling for everyone involved.

Here’s how you can help. We are currently looking for an Account Lead - Marketing to join our team and rise to the challenge of empowering service.

As an Account Lead – Marketing
, you’ll play a vital role on the Marketing team at Lions International. The Account Lead is responsible for the development and execution of marketing programs that support Lions International initiatives. Under the direction of the Account & Marketing Strategy Department Manager, he or she will serve as the point of contact for assigned accounts to lead strategic planning and project management of marketing initiatives.

The Account Lead is responsible for the setup, management, and coordination of multi‑channel marketing campaigns to meet organizational objectives. He or she will work closely with Marketing division colleagues to ensure marketing strategy properly guides creative development and campaign execution.

• Act as primary point of contact for assigned Marketing programs and division accounts.
• Assist with executing marketing plans that support and promote the business goals of assigned areas (e.g., Lions International Strategic Plan, Convention, Service Activities, Leadership Development, Membership, etc.).
• Lead the annual marketing planning process for Marketing division‑led programs and other divisions, identifying the right mix of digital and traditional marketing channels to translate priorities into actionable solutions.
• Manage projects and teams to ensure completion of projects on time and on budget; responsible for ensuring Marketing achieves milestones within scope, schedule and budget.
• Develop project plans and briefs, lead status meetings and maintain production schedules using in‑house project management technology.
• Work with an assigned Creative Lead to coordinate creative plans and allocate creative resources.
• Gain cross‑functional alignment with other teams and departments.
• Communicate and report project status to stakeholders on a regular basis.
• Work with Brand & Creative Team Manager and Account & Marketing Strategy Dept. Manager to negotiate and resolve any conflicts due to resourcing, prioritization, scheduling, changes, etc.
• Cultivate positive communication between departments in the Marketing division.
• Develop best practices, refine division processes, mentor and coach associate team members as needed.
• Lead RFP processes and manage agency and vendor teams, as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.) from a four‑year college or university or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 5‑9 years of related experience (e.g., account or project management with marketing background).
• Experience working with an agency or internal creative department.
• Global marketing and localization experience is a plus.
• Effective technology application: proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, virtual meeting platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams), and digital marketing tools and principles (SEM/SEO, paid social media advertising, data analysis).

Compensation:
Exempt, $80,000 – $88,000.

Lions International has excellent benefits for you and your family. We believe in a balanced work‑life and have programs and benefit plans to support our employees, such as:

• Three weeks paid time off
• Flexible and hybrid work schedules (no less than 2 days per week in our Oak Brook office)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
• Flex spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• 401K with employer match
• Reimbursable training
• Casual dress

We are committed to fostering an environment where all individuals – regardless of background, identity, or lived experience – feel welcomed, respected and empowered to serve. Our strength comes from the diversity of our members and staff, and the inclusive spirit that unites us in service.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.