Foundation

AEO Marketing Director (Account Director)

Canada full-time Executive CAD105,000 - CAD130,000
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About the role

About Foundation

Foundation helps B2B tech and SaaS brands get found, cited and recommended when their buyers ask AI for solutions. We do it through Generative Engine Optimization (GEO): the research, content, distribution and optimization that build a brand's presence across LLMs, search, Reddit, YouTube and the sources they draw on.
The role
You own a book of $1.5–2.5M across three to six B2B tech and SaaS clients, sometimes including a $500k+ anchor. For each one you own the relationship, the strategic roadmap, the renewal, the growth and the margin. Clients see you as the person who knows their business and where their program should go next.
This isn't a people-management role, though you'll mentor Associate AEO Marketing Directors.
On our enterprise accounts, AEO Marketing Directors own the client relationship, the strategic roadmap and the account's growth. AEO Program Directors lead the dedicated team that delivers the work, and work with the client every week alongside you.
Reports to: a Group AEO Marketing Director.
What you'll own

The strategic roadmap for each client, built with the AEO Program Director's team and tied to the client's goals.

The relationship with each client's VP of marketing or budget holder, plus at least one more senior contact.

Renewals, started 90+ days before contract end and signed before the final 30 days.

Expansion. You find, price and close new scope, using the AEO Program Director's sizing.

Book margin and scope. You price or decline changes rather than absorbing them.

Client health. You flag risk early and run the recovery with the AEO Program Director.

What you bring

7+ years in agency account leadership, client services or marketing strategy.

A book of $1M+ that you've owned, with renewals and expansions you personally closed.

Experience managing client budgets, margins and scope.

Working knowledge of B2B marketing channels and how AI search is changing buyer discovery.

Compensation

Base salary $105k–$130k depending on experience and location

Variable compensation: Target 15% of base, paid quarterly on book growth, margin and retention. Where you land in the range depends on experience. US ranges may be adjusted for cost of labor in your state. Benefits are on top of base.

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Technology & IT Aeo Marketing Director Account Technology Executive level

Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the AEO Marketing Director (Account Director) role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Foundation?
  3. Which of Aeo, Marketing and Director have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. How have you led people, improved a process, or made a hard decision in a previous role?
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

Prepare before the call

  • A recent example that proves your experience with Aeo, Marketing and Director.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

Ask them

  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the AEO Marketing Director (Account Director) role because I can bring practical experience in Aeo, Marketing and Director, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Foundation needs from this hire.

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