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NielsenIQ · 6 hours ago

Account Director - Agencies (New Business Development)

NielsenIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering insights into consumer buying behavior. The Account Director will engage with media agencies to develop and execute a strategic sales plan aimed at increasing revenue through NIQ audience data and solutions.

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Responsibilities

Responsible for prospecting, networking, and developing new business opportunities with media agencies
Employ a consultative approach to deeply understand clients’ needs and position NIQ solutions to solve their business challenges
Communicate effectively with clients both written and orally and provide excellent customer support
Generating sales leads and maintaining a pipeline of sales opportunities across a portfolio of clients consistent with NIQ’s growth strategy
Negotiate annual or multi-year contracts and ensure maximum renewal rate
Develop insightful presentations and educate clients on current NIQ capabilities and resources
Achieving sales quota consistent with NIQ margin goals and delivery expectations
Collaborate with Customer Success and Product teams to ensure client satisfaction, renewal and growth which each account

Qualification

Business developmentSales experienceMedia agency expertiseAnalytical mindsetSales pipeline managementNegotiation skillsProposal developmentMicrosoft Office proficiencyRelationship-buildingCommunication skills

Required

Minimum 8 years of experience in business development or sales, preferably within the media agency, ad tech or data analytics space
Strong understanding of programmatic, audience data, measurement solutions and media buying processes within media agencies
Established contacts within Media & Social Agencies required
Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets and growing revenue with large enterprise clients
Exceptional relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills
Experienced in scoping and developing proposals and negotiation strategies
Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
Excellent sales pipeline management skills with a track record of predictability and consistency
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office software

Preferred

BA with a concentration in Communications, Marketing or Media a plus

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plan (medical, Rx, dental and vision)
Flexible spending accounts and Health Savings Accounts (including company contributions)
Life and AD&D insurance
401(k) retirement plan including company matching contributions
Disability insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible working environment
Volunteer time off
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Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

Company

NielsenIQ

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NielsenIQ is a consumer intelligence company that offers retailers and consumer goods manufactures.

H1B Sponsorship

NielsenIQ has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (25)
2024 (36)
2023 (25)
2022 (32)
2021 (34)
2020 (3)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
2025-07-23IPO

Leadership Team

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Alex Patent
Vice President, Technology
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Lisa O'Connor
Vice President, Strategic Analytics & Insights
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