Senior Account Executive (Airline Client) in USA
Job title: Senior Account Executive (Airline Client) in USA at Octagon
Company: Octagon
Job description: CLIENT SERVICES / Responsible for leading Octagon's client business and day-to-day management of client programs.***Our headquarters are in Stamford, CT, but the location of this position can be flexible with a priority given to candidates open to hybrid work (3 days a week in office) in one of our office locations - - Stamford, CT, New York, NY, Charlotte, NC, Atlanta, GA or Chicago, IL. We will also consider a remote-based working arrangement for qualified candidates with East Coast working hours as a prerequisite.”The Senior Account Executive will assist in the day-to-day sponsorship execution for a global airline client. In this role, you will be supporting the Senior Account Managers, Account Manager, and other Senior Account Executives in the development and execution of all property planning, activation, and programming as delegated.The ideal candidate will develop strong client and partner relationships, deliver thorough reporting along with successful and valuable program activations, and consistently implement the program plan with all existing properties. Familiarity with the client's assets across its properties is expected. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are a must.THE WORK YOU'LL DO
- Assist the Account team in the execution of campaigns for select properties
- Prepare activity summaries and reports indicating results and recommended enhancements
- Assist in creating formal documentation for projects (i.e., status reports, budgets, and presentations)
- Assist with copy, image, and Intellectual Property approvals with select partners, sponsorship, and brand teams.
- Liaise with agency partners on all campaigns where assigned
- Support identification of new activation opportunities, industry trends, and new partnership evaluations
- Maintain and update specs and deadline calendar, and image database for all creative assets.
- Track and assist in managing sponsorship payment and renewal schedule with client contacts
- Other related duties as assigned
- 2+ years of experience in a related field
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively under short deadlines and as part of a team
- Detail-oriented and strong organizational skills
- Demonstrated ability to initiate work (self-starter)
- A “pitch in”, “roll up your sleeves” attitude and work ethic
- Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal
- A writing assignment will be part of the hiring process
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Willingness to travel to assist with onsite activations and programs as needed. Anticipated Travel: Low (10-25%)
- Ability to communicate professionally in environments with high-profile members of the brand and properties
- Unlimited PTO policy - we understand you need time for play!
- Competitive medical/dental/vision insurance plans with FSA/HSA and Dependent Care FSA options. Pet Insurance for those who need it too!
- Generous Family and Parental Leave Policy (12 weeks) with eligibility extended to all parents regardless of gender or primary/secondary caregiver status
- Access to our parent company (IPG) Savings plan (401K program) with company match as well as an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Pretax Transportation/Commuter Benefits and Parent Travel Program
- Dedicated Mental Health resources including Headspace membership, Employee Assistance Program (CCA) and more
- Discount portal for everyday goods and services
- Employee Resource Groups and inclusive diversity programming and initiatives
- Personal Development programs