Account Manager

Account Manager
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**Fifth Ring | Houston, Texas | Full Time**

Build relationships. Deliver results. Drive growth.
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At Fifth Ring, we help ambitious B2B organisations connect with the right audiences, solve complex challenges and achieve meaningful growth.

We're looking for an experienced **Account Manager** to join our Client Services team in Houston. This is a pivotal role within the agency, responsible for leading client relationships, delivering integrated marketing programmes and identifying opportunities to grow and strengthen client partnerships.

You'll act as a trusted advisor to clients, balancing strategic thinking with hands-on project leadership to ensure campaigns are delivered effectively, efficiently and with measurable impact. Working closely with colleagues across client services, delivery, finance and business development, you'll play a key role in helping our clients and agency succeed.

What you'll be doing
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### Build trusted client relationships

* Develop and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders.
* Understand clients' business objectives, challenges and opportunities.
* Act as a strategic advisor, providing marketing and communications guidance that creates value.
* Ensure client deliverables align with business goals and achieve desired outcomes.
* Manage multiple client accounts simultaneously while maintaining exceptional service standards.

### Lead projects and campaigns

* Oversee the successful delivery of integrated marketing campaigns and projects.
* Work closely with delivery teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.
* Develop clear, comprehensive briefs that align internal teams around objectives and expectations.
* Balance strategic account management responsibilities with day-to-day project delivery.
* Monitor project performance and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

### Drive account growth

* Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships and increase account value.
* Support new business activity and contribute to client acquisition efforts.
* Build account development plans that drive long-term growth.
* Support negotiations and commercial discussions as required.
* Stay informed on industry trends and emerging opportunities to bring fresh thinking to clients.

### Manage commercial performance

* Take ownership of account budgets and financial performance.
* Work closely with the finance team to manage forecasts, billing plans, purchase orders and invoicing.
* Monitor project profitability and ensure accurate budget management.
* Minimise over-servicing through effective planning and resource management.
* Ensure time recording and project administration are completed accurately.

### Collaborate across the agency

* Partner with colleagues across client services, business development, creative, digital and delivery teams.
* Work closely with the Traffic Manager to ensure resources and schedules remain aligned.
* Provide support and guidance to junior team members where appropriate.
* Foster collaboration across Fifth Ring's global locations.
* Champion agency processes, values and best practice

**Requirements**

What we're looking for
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You'll be a commercially minded, highly organised and client-focused professional who enjoys building strong relationships and delivering outstanding work.

### Essential

* Experience in an Account Manager, Client Services, Marketing or Agency role.
* Strong project management and organisational skills.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
* Experience managing multiple client projects simultaneously.
* Strong commercial awareness and budget management experience.
* Ability to build credibility and trust with clients at all levels.
* A proactive, solution-focused approach and a passion for client success.

### Desirable

* Experience within a B2B marketing agency environment.
* Knowledge of integrated marketing campaigns, digital marketing and content strategy.
* Experience working with clients in energy, industrial, engineering, manufacturing or other complex B2B sectors.
* Experience contributing to business development and account growth initiatives.
* Exposure to international clients and markets.

Why Fifth Ring?
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At Fifth Ring, you'll work with ambitious clients, talented colleagues and global brands across a range of industries.

In return, we offer:

* A collaborative, supportive and ambitious culture.
* Opportunities to work with international clients and global teams.
* Ongoing training and professional development.
* Career progression opportunities within a growing business.
* Flexible and hybrid working options.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* The opportunity to make a meaningful impact for both clients and the agency.

Ready to join us?
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If you're passionate about building relationships, delivering exceptional client experiences and helping organisations achieve their goals, we'd love to hear from you.

**Apply today and help shape what's next for our clients, our people and our business.

Closing Date for applications: 10th November 2026 at 4pm**