Account Executive

Jekyll + Hyde Labs is looking for an experienced Account Executive who knows how to lead clients, move teams and keep complicated work moving forward. For 30+ years, we've helped ambitious CPG brands turn great products into brands that win at retail. Our work sits at the intersection of strategy, creative, media and business growth - and our Account Executives sit right in the middle of it. This is not a traffic-management role or a sales role. You'll own client relationships and help turn smart thinking into work that grows our clients' businesses. What You'll Do Lead Client Relationships: Serve as the primary point of contact, leading conversations, building deep trust and managing direct communication with client stakeholders. Drive Integrated Projects: Oversee complex CPG marketing campaigns from initial strategy through creative execution and media delivery. Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Sit at the table with strategy, creative, and media teams to ensure cohesive campaign alignment. Solve Problems Proactively: Anticipate potential roadblocks, manage client expectations, and guide teams through tight retail timelines. What We Are Looking For Communication : Proven ability to confidently lead client conversations, presentations, and strategic pitches. Project Mastery : Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple complex accounts without losing sight of the details. Curiosity: A natural, relentless curiosity about human behavior, metrics, and what makes a product successfully move off a retail shelf. Strategic Mindset: A proactive, highly accountable thinker who doesn't just take orders, but knows when to push, when to listen, and how to deliver difficult news calmly under pressure. Preferred Skills & Experience 3+ years of advertising agency account management experience. Prior experience working with CPG, retail, integrated media, or consumer brands. Background managing relationships with brick-and-mortar retail buyers. What you'll find here: Ambitious clients with real business challenges Direct access to senior agency leadership A seat at the table across strategy, creative and media A small, collaborative team where good thinking gets heard The autonomy to lead instead of waiting for permission Health, dental and vision insurance 401(k) We're not looking for someone who wants to simply manage accounts. We're looking for someone clients trust and teams want in the room. This is an in-office role based in Metro Detroit, so you'll need to be local. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jekyll + Hyde Labs