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Account Manager

DC Thomson · Houston, TX

Base
Not disclosed
OTE
Not disclosed
Quota attainment
Not disclosed
Posted
6d ago

Why it matters: OTE tells you what you could earn. Attainment tells you how realistic it is.

Ask: “What percentage of fully ramped reps hit quota last year?”

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The job

What you'd do
Manage and grow existing B2B agency client accounts, leading integrated marketing campaigns, budgets and forecasts, with support for new business. Based in Houston; hybrid working offered.
Who you'd sell to
B2B organisationsIn their words: “we help ambitious B2B organisations connect with the right audiences”
Where deals come from
Mostly handed to you: inbound leads or a set list of customers.

The Braun Read

Ask hard questions

Too much is left unsaid. Make them answer before you invest.

Pay
No pay listed at all.
Transparency
Says nothing about quota, attainment, deal size, territory or sales cycle.
Time on market
Open 6 days.
Company hiring
3 sales roles open, hiring at a steady pace.

Red lights

None spotted.

Green lights

  • SDR or inbound support. You won't be building all of your own pipeline from zero.

Based only on what the posting says. Lights are a starting point for your first call, not a final judgment.

Questions to ask on the first call

Built from what this posting leaves out. How they answer tells you as much as what they say.

  1. 1.

    What percentage of fully ramped reps hit quota last year?

    OTE is what you could earn. This is how likely you are to earn it.

  2. 2.

    What percentage of reps on the team have been here more than 18 months?

    Tenure shows whether people stay long enough to get paid.

  3. 3.

    Has the comp plan changed in the last 12 to 18 months? What changed?

    A plan that changes every year means the goalposts keep moving.

  4. 4.

    Who sits with reps and reviews calls each week?

    Coaching is often what's behind a good or bad attainment number.

  5. 5.

    What are the base and the OTE for this role?

    No point investing hours before you know the number.

  6. 6.

    Why is this role open? Did someone leave, or is it new?

    New headcount is growth. A replacement means someone left. Ask why.

› When the offer comes

Save these for later. They land better once they've said yes to you.

  1. 1.

    Can I see the full comp plan in writing, including clawbacks and accelerators?

    What's in writing is what gets paid. Read it before you sign.

  2. 2.

    Can I see the actual comp distribution for the team last year, not just the OTE?

    The spread shows what most reps really take home. OTE is just the target.

  3. 3.

    I'd be walking away from earned commission to join. Is there room for a sign-on bonus to help cover that?

    Leaving money behind is a fair reason to ask. The worst answer is no.

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Full posting
Account Manager Fifth Ring | Houston, Texas | Full Time Build relationships. Deliver results. Drive growth. 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 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 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? 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? 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
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