Brand Consulting - Senior Manager, Account Business Operations

Senior Manager, Account Business Operations

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, licensing, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, trademark licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA's diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, and form a brand marketing services division, among other innovations.

The Role

We are seeking a Senior Manager, Account Business Operations to lead project management and operational excellence across key accounts. This role will act as the strategic and operational backbone for account leadership, providing governance, oversight, and process rigor to ensure projects and initiatives are executed efficiently, on time, and with the highest quality. The Senior Manager will partner with senior account leaders, oversee cross-functional teams, and drive alignment across clients, internal stakeholders, and international operations. This is a highly visible, strategic role combining project management, operational leadership, and business partnering to help scale complex account operations.

Responsibilities

Operational Leadership & Process Management

• Establish and manage project management frameworks, including client / project tracking, reporting, risk management, and issue resolution across multiple accounts.
• Partner with the Business Operations team to implement and oversee rhythms of business and standard operating procedures to drive consistency, efficiency, and operational excellence.
• Partner with account leadership to support the development of KPIs, monitor performance metrics, and ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and meet quality standards.
• Manage LOEs (Levels of Effort), SOWs (Statements of Work), and contracts, coordinating with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Act as the liaison with client business leads and Procurement, ensuring alignment on scope, deliverables, and compliance.
• Maintain resource planning tools and bandwidth trackers to optimize staffing across key account teams.
• Partner with account leadership and internal Finance team on forecasting, budget management, billing, and reporting

Strategic Partnership to Leadership

People & Culture

Client & Business Support

Qualifications

Location

This is a hybrid role, based in our New York office.

Compensation

The annual base salary for this position is in the range of $157,000 - $180,000. This position also is eligible for benefits and discretionary bonus. Ultimately, the salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, business sector, and geographic location, among other criteria. Please talk with a CAA Recruiter to learn more.