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Spark451 is seeking an Account Executive to coordinate customer needs with internal teams, managing high-profile projects, mentorship, and local marketing initiatives.

Responsibilities: Coordinate customer needs, mentor Associate Account Executives, manage projects, communicate initiative progress, and develop marketing efforts.

Skills: 2+ years of experience, Bachelor's Degree, analytical proficiency, Microsoft Office skills, strong communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail.

Qualifications: Experience in higher education and ability to work autonomously and collaboratively preferred.

Location: Westbury

Compensation: $45000 - $52000 / Annually

Position Summary

Spark451 is looking for an Account Executive who will work closely with our Client Strategists and Senior Account Executives in order to coordinate the needs of our customers with the efforts of internal teams. The ideal candidate is comfortable driving account strategy and commitments and helping Associate Account Executives develop acquisition plans for their customers.

Essential Tasks

• Traffic all campaign efforts to appropriate channels by adhering to strict production schedules
• Mentor and lead Associate Account Executives to develop acquisition plans for new customers.
• Manage projects for high-profile customers, find effective solutions for issues that arise, and deliver error-free finished products
• Clearly communicate the progress of monthly and quarterly initiatives to internal and external stakeholders and prepare reports on account status
• Understand and meet the needs of each client’s brand and represent their messaging accurately and memorably
• Work closely with Senior Account Executives in order to execute projects and ensure all deadlines are met
• Develop local marketing initiatives and actively participate in industry events.
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 2+ years of relevant professional experience required
• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field
• Able to understand an online analytics program and experienced in higher education
• Excellent understanding of Microsoft products (Word and PowerPoint)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills – including presentation skills
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships fellow team members, employees, and management
• Must be organized and detail oriented
• Proven ability to maintain a high standard of confidentiality and autonomy
• This person will show strong attention to detail skills as well as ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Proven self-motivation to take initiative and master new tasks quickly

The pay range for this position is $45,000 to $52,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, geographic location, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual bonus in addition to a full range of benefits. This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed.