THE JOB / Senior Account Executive (Client Services) (Airline Client)

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 the office) in one of our office locations - - Atlanta, GA, Stamford, CT or New York, NY. *

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, delivering thorough reporting along with successful and valuable program activations, and consistently implementing 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

THE BIGGER TEAM YOU’LL JOIN

Recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work in Sports”, Octagon is the global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic Group.

We take pride in being Playmakers – finding insightful, bold ways to create play in our work, our lives, and in the world. We believe in the power of play to create big ideas and unlock potential for our clients and talent.

We can put ourselves in the shoes of fans because we ARE fans – of sports, entertainment, and culture at large. This expertise allows us to continually evolve the fan experience across sports and entertainment alongside some of the biggest brands and talent in the world.

The world needs play more than ever. Are you a Playmaker?

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• At least 2 years of experience in related field
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively under strict timelines and as part of a team
• Detail oriented and strong organization skills
• Demonstrated ability to initiate work (self-starter)
• A “pitch in”, “roll up your sleeves” approach and work ethic
• Excellent communications skills – both written and verbal
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner in environments with high profile members of the brand and properties
• Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel: Moderate (20-45%)

This position pays $50,000, is overtime-eligible and comes with a comprehensive benefits package.

Octagon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.