Account Director, Power
$174K - $223K/yr
ERM is looking for a Key Client Account Director (Electric Utility) to join us and take ownership of one of ERM's most strategically important utility relationships in the western United States-an ...
$174K - $223K/yr
ERM is looking for a Key Client Account Director (Electric Utility) to join us and take ownership of one of ERM's most strategically important utility relationships in the western United States-an ...
$174K - $223K/yr
ERM is looking for a Key Client Account Director (Electric Utility) to join us and take ownership of one of ERM's most strategically important utility relationships in the western United States-an ...
$174K - $223K/yr
ERM is looking for a Key Client Account Director (Electric Utility) to join us and take ownership of one of ERM's most strategically important utility relationships in the western United States-an ...
$174K - $223K/yr
ERM is looking for a Key Client Account Director (Electric Utility) to join us and take ownership of one of ERM's most strategically important utility relationships in the western United States-an ...
Portland, OR · On-site
This executive leader anticipates client needs and delivers to outperform on key performance ... The Account Director creates and manages high performing teams which not only deliver operational ...
Portland, OR · On-site
This executive leader anticipates client needs and delivers to outperform on key performance ... The Account Director creates and manages high performing teams which not only deliver operational ...
This executive leader anticipates client needs and delivers to outperform on key performance ... The Account Director creates and manages high performing teams which not only deliver operational ...
This executive leader anticipates client needs and delivers to outperform on key performance ... The Account Director creates and manages high performing teams which not only deliver operational ...
Portland, OR · On-site
This executive leader anticipates client needs and delivers to outperform on key performance ... The Account Director creates and manages high performing teams which not only deliver operational ...
Portland, OR · On-site
This executive leader anticipates client needs and delivers to outperform on key performance ... The Account Director creates and manages high performing teams which not only deliver operational ...
Beaverton, OR · On-site
This executive leader anticipates client needs and delivers to outperform on key performance ... The Account Director creates and manages high performing teams which not only deliver operational ...
Beaverton, OR · On-site
This executive leader anticipates client needs and delivers to outperform on key performance ... The Account Director creates and manages high performing teams which not only deliver operational ...
This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic client leader who is passionate about advancing ... About the role As an Account Director within our Medical Affairs team, you will act as a strategic ...
This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic client leader who is passionate about advancing ... About the role As an Account Director within our Medical Affairs team, you will act as a strategic ...
Portland, OR · On-site
$91K - $149K/yr
Key Client Account Management. * This portion is market and client facing. * Account Director is an influencer and will require rapport building across a variety of key stakeholders. * Liaison ...
Portland, OR · On-site
$91K - $149K/yr
Key Client Account Management. * This portion is market and client facing. * Account Director is an influencer and will require rapport building across a variety of key stakeholders. * Liaison ...
OR · Remote
The opportunity We're looking for a forward-thinking Account Director to join our Growth team and ... Build a deep client understanding of their products, partner ecosystems, and ideal customer ...
OR · Remote
The opportunity We're looking for a forward-thinking Account Director to join our Growth team and ... Build a deep client understanding of their products, partner ecosystems, and ideal customer ...
Portland, OR · On-site +1
Account management of existing and newly added clients * Diligently work to achieve high customer ... Ability to produce a sales brag book of continual goal achievements for quotas and client ...
Portland, OR · On-site +1
Account management of existing and newly added clients * Diligently work to achieve high customer ... Ability to produce a sales brag book of continual goal achievements for quotas and client ...
Account management of existing and newly added clients * Diligently work to achieve high customer ... Ability to produce a sales brag book of continual goal achievements for quotas and client ...
Account management of existing and newly added clients * Diligently work to achieve high customer ... Ability to produce a sales brag book of continual goal achievements for quotas and client ...
Portland, OR · Remote
$120K - $150K/yr
Account management of existing and newly added clients * Diligently work to achieve high customer ... Ability to produce a sales brag book of continual goal achievements for quotas and client ...
Portland, OR · Remote
$120K - $150K/yr
Account management of existing and newly added clients * Diligently work to achieve high customer ... Ability to produce a sales brag book of continual goal achievements for quotas and client ...
Required Qualifications Experience * 10+ years in consulting, professional services, or client-facing roles with direct accountability for strategic account growth and executive engagement. * Proven ...
Maintain constant communication with direct manager regarding client issues or concerns, employee performance issues, guest complaints, injuries, or other important facts related to account/event ...
Maintain constant communication with direct manager regarding client issues or concerns, employee performance issues, guest complaints, injuries, or other important facts related to account/event ...
Develops communication plans and client budgets with support from the Associate Vice President or Account Director, as needed * Advances direct response practices in architected strategies
Develops communication plans and client budgets with support from the Associate Vice President or Account Director, as needed * Advances direct response practices in architected strategies
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The Client Account Executive will focus on software and services sales ultimately driving our ... direct and/or indirect sales experience; software sales/service preferred (large enterprise ...
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As an Account Director, Large Provider Groups (LPG), you'll own a small portfolio of our largest ... You'll develop a deep understanding of each client's business, identify opportunities to expand our ...
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$175K - $190K/yr
Develop and continuously improve the systems that support long-term client success and revenue expansion. Lead and Develop the Account Director Team * Recruit, coach, and retain a high-performing ...
OR · Remote
$175K - $190K/yr
Develop and continuously improve the systems that support long-term client success and revenue expansion. Lead and Develop the Account Director Team * Recruit, coach, and retain a high-performing ...
We are looking for a client-centric leader and retail media strategist to join the Growth and ... Manage a small team of Sr. Account Managers and Account Managers to deliver to clients' business ...
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| Aspect | Client Account Director | Account Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Responsibilities | Oversees multiple client accounts, develops strategic relationships, and leads account teams | Manages individual client accounts, handles day-to-day client communication, and ensures service delivery |
| Required Credentials | Bachelor's degree; often advanced degrees or certifications in marketing, sales, or related fields | Bachelor's degree; relevant experience in client service or sales |
| Work Environment | Strategic planning, leadership meetings, high-level client interactions | Client meetings, project coordination, daily communication |
| Industry Usage | Common in advertising, marketing, consulting firms | Widely used across various service industries including marketing and advertising |
The main difference between a Client Account Director and an Account Manager lies in scope and strategic focus. The Client Account Director handles multiple accounts with a strategic, leadership role, while the Account Manager focuses on managing individual client relationships and daily operations.

$174K - $223K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 27 days ago
ERM is looking for a Key Client Account Director (Electric Utility) to join us and take ownership of one of ERM's most strategically important utility relationships in the western United States-an account generating over $20M in annual revenue with significant growth potential in the next 2-3 years.
This is a high-impact leadership role for a commercially driven, client-centric leader who can shape strategy, unlock growth, and deepen executive relationships.
Location: California, preferably, or West Coast.
What Your Impact Is
The Account Director owns the account end-to-end, with full accountability for commercial performance, growth, and delivery outcomes. This role is responsible for shaping and executing an ambition-led growth strategy aligned with both market opportunity and the client's evolving priorities, while proactively anticipating and addressing delivery or resource constraints through close coordination across operations, service lines, and support functions. Bringing a strong commercial mindset, the Account Director balances competitiveness and innovation with a clear alignment to the client's strategy and investment agenda. As a senior market-facing leader, they represent ERM with credibility externally, while internally demonstrating strong commercial acumen, leadership capability, and the ability to navigate complex, multi-disciplinary environments to drive sustained success.
What You'll Bring
This role will require significant account management experience, where you will have demonstrated your sales management skills and ability to handle global client relationships and account teams expertly. Additionally:
BSc/MSc degree or equivalent technical expertise.
10+ years of commercial and key account management experience, including managing large, complex client relationships.
Deep understanding of California and West Coast utility clients and power sector dynamics, including competitors and market drivers.
Proven ability to expand relationships across multiple buying centers and functions.
Action-oriented, assertive, and solutions-focused approach.
Strong use of CRM and networking tools (e.g., Salesforce, LinkedIn, IntroHive) to build and activate client networks.
Demonstrated ability to connect ERM capabilities to client needs, orchestrating cross-service teams to deliver integrated solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Account Strategy & Planning
Develop and maintain a three-year account strategy covering client priorities, growth opportunities, relationship mapping, and target portfolio mix.
Translate strategy into an annual delivery plan with clear revenue pathways (recurring, follow-on, and new opportunities).
Define priority buying centers and maintain accurate stakeholder maps aligned to key market drivers.
Build a strong personal presence with senior client stakeholders as a trusted advisor.
Account Performance & Growth
Deliver against annual sales and revenue targets and drive sustained account growth.
Maintain a strong understanding of the competitive landscape and ERM differentiators to inform winning strategies.
Expand ERM's footprint by growing relationships, increasing service line penetration, and accessing new buyers.
Lead cross-selling and integrated service delivery across existing and new client stakeholders.
Identify and pursue new opportunities, personally engaging in key pursuits and conversions.
Monitor account performance, track progress against plan, and intervene proactively where needed.
Collaboration & Leadership
Aligning regional, industry, and service line teams to support account priorities and growth initiatives.
Build and lead an engaged account team with clear ownership of goals and relationships.
Foster a community of practitioners across ERM who are invested in the account's success.
Support senior-level project delivery as needed, particularly in stakeholder management and client engagement.
Develop and activate strategic partnerships that enhance account outcomes.
For theAccount Director, Power position, theanticipatedannual base pay is $174,480 - $223,469 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees arenot bonuseligible).
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.
Note:Bonuses, commissions, and other forms ofadditionalcompensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.
Who We Are:
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world's leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainabilitychallengesand unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
At ERM we know that creating a diverse,equitableand inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our companya great placeto build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class expertssupportsclients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technicalexpertisein addressing their environmental, health, safety,riskand social issues. We call this capability our "boots to boardroom" approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advanceobjectiveson the ground or at the executive level.
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As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world's leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our "boots to boardroom" approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.
Business management consulting
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
City of London, Greater London, GB