Vice President, Account Director Jobs

Vice President, Account Director roles combine senior-level account leadership with strategic business development and client partnership. These executives guide important customer relationships, lead account teams, and help organizations grow revenue while delivering measurable value. Explore vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Vice President, Account Director Do?

A Vice President, Account Director sets account strategy and oversees relationships with major clients or portfolios. Typical responsibilities include understanding client priorities, developing growth plans, negotiating agreements, coordinating delivery across teams, and monitoring performance against revenue and satisfaction goals. Depending on the organization, the role may also shape sales strategy, agency services, or enterprise customer success.

Common Qualifications and Skills

Employers typically seek substantial experience in account management, sales, consulting, marketing, or a related field, along with a record of leading complex client relationships. Strong candidates bring executive communication, negotiation, financial acumen, strategic planning, and team leadership skills. Experience managing large accounts, budgets, renewals, and cross-functional teams can be especially valuable.

Career Outlook and Opportunities

Vice President, Account Director positions are found across industries, including advertising, technology, financial services, healthcare, and professional services. The scope varies by employer: some roles focus on a small number of strategic enterprise clients, while others oversee broader account organizations and teams. Compensation depends on industry, location, experience, and incentive structure; Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

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Search Ladders for senior account leadership opportunities that match your experience and career goals. Compare role requirements, identify positions with the right client and team scope, and explore $100K+ jobs from employers seeking experienced professionals.

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$127K - $159K *

Join a team that's reshaping executive support through innovative AI-driven tools and strong people leadership. Manage high-performing Executive Business Partners, driving operational excellence and s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $186K *

Drive enterprise growth by guiding influential organizations in the Northeast to adopt and expand their use of AI-powered DevSecOps solutions, ensuring a trusted partnership throughout the sales cycle...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive new logo acquisition and revenue growth by managing the full sales cycle for assigned prospects, leveraging industry expertise and consultative selling to deliver tailored solutions and achieve...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$300K - $360K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the TOLA SLED market by owning the full enterprise sales cycle, building executive relationships, and collaborating cross-functionally to secure critical data solu...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $258K *

Elevate service product solutions by defining strategies and market opportunities in healthcare. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate offerings, enhance value propositions, and ensure c...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $165K *

Transform client relationships and drive revenue growth by managing existing accounts and prospecting new opportunities in designated regions. Leverage consultative sales skills to deliver tailored so...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$250K - $300K *

Unlock your potential by owning a key book of business in our New Trades verticals. Collaborate with dedicated teams to drive enterprise sales, manage complex deals, and expand accounts while shaping...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$228K - $309K *

Drive strategic pharmacy partnerships and enhance patient access to Amgen medicines. Lead a high-performing team, develop customer strategies, and engage with senior leaders to optimize the pharmacy e...

Thousand Oaks, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Transform the insurance landscape by driving growth and innovation. Lead a dynamic team to enhance client relationships and streamline operations, while building a substantial book of business in a su...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $103K *

Join a team that shapes the future of partner integrations by defining strategies and driving execution across platforms to enhance operational efficiency and client value while collaborating with sta...

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Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead national strategy execution across key accounts, guiding teams to enhance patient care, while driving performance and building collaborative cross-functional partnerships...

Ann Arbor, MIRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Lead high-performance teams to drive operational excellence and profitable growth. Collaborate across functions to execute strategies that enhance customer experience and achieve company goals while d...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing high-impact projects, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering strong customer relationships while ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivering measurab...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Optimize transformation readiness by leading enterprise testing strategies. Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure business solutions meet operational needs, minimize risks, and validate readines...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $120K *

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$225K - $250K *

Shape the future of business development by driving Quantum opportunities and building strategic relationships across federal markets, with a focus on Defense & Intelligence to win multi-million dolla...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$181K - $200K *

Champion transformative call center operations by leading strategic outreach, workforce management, and capacity planning. Drive efficiency and quality through innovative automation and AI solutions w...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Champion our commissioning efforts by leading a dynamic team, managing project workflows, and driving innovative solutions in Life Science and Advanced Manufacturing. Collaborate across disciplines to...

North Carolina, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $170K *

Optimize your sales career by managing the full sales cycle for a leading engineering software. Leverage your technical expertise to drive revenue growth and deliver impactful solutions to industrial...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Advance organizational growth by leading financial strategy, planning, and analytics. Collaborate with executive leaders to translate data into insights, enhance business performance, and drive inform...

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Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to drive financial strategy and insights, ensuring sound decision-making across high-priority projects. Collaborate with leadership to optimize performance and support innovative p...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$81K - $102K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and risk management across partner offices. You'll oversee adherence to policies, foster relationships, and support training initiatives while manag...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Drive strategic growth by managing key Pharma and Biotech accounts, engaging C-suite executives, and leading expansion sales processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance client experiences and...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $225K *

Lead the charge in shaping product strategy and execution, driving innovation and collaboration across teams to deliver impactful solutions in a fast-paced B2B SaaS environment. Own the product roadma...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $248K *

Unlock your leadership potential by guiding a dynamic sales team in optimizing the adoption of AI-driven DevSecOps solutions for the financial services sector, steering client relationships, and drivi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Vice President, Account Director do?question toggle

    A Vice President, Account Director leads strategic client relationships and account teams, develops plans to retain and grow business, and ensures the organization delivers on client goals. The role may also oversee revenue targets, negotiations, and cross-functional execution.

  • What qualifications are common for Vice President, Account Director jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for extensive experience in account management, sales, consulting, marketing, or a related area; a record of managing complex client relationships; and strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and business-planning skills.

  • How much do Vice President, Account Director jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies based on industry, location, company size, experience, and incentives. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including senior account leadership opportunities.

  • Where can Vice President, Account Directors work?question toggle

    These professionals work in many sectors, including advertising, technology, financial services, healthcare, and professional services. Responsibilities depend on whether the employer focuses on enterprise accounts, agency clients, or broader customer portfolios.

  • How can I find Vice President, Account Director jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Vice President, Account Director openings, review each role’s responsibilities and qualifications, and use the listings to find vetted $100K+ opportunities that align with your experience.