Account Executive, Partnership Marketing

Chicago, IL (On-site)

$50K/yr – $55K/yrMid Level1+ years expFull time

Posted 4 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own client partnerships from onboarding to renewal, turning sponsorships into strategic assets and cross-functional wins with clear governance and proactive relationship management.

  • Build trusted partner relationships, lead day to day communications, reporting, and progress recaps for a roster of accounts.
  • Recommend strategic tweaks to keep contractual assets aligned with goals through regular cross functional reviews.
  • Oversee event and hospitality execution to drive engagement and program momentum.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain strong and trusting relationships with roster of clients and establish his/herself as a trusted strategic business partner
  • Implement all contractual obligations while providing the highest level of service in a timely manner
  • Lead day-to-day client communication, project development, reporting and recapping for a set list of partnership accounts
  • Lead internal cross-functional meetings that yield clear next steps and action items to keep all parties progressing
  • Recommend strategic partnership adjustments based on partnership and business strategy to ensure contractual assets continue to align with team and partner goals
  • Host or support partner hospitality events and programming

Requirements

  • Minimum of 1-2 years of sponsorships account management experience or relevant agency/brand experience
  • Capability to run multiple project timelines simultaneously and meet deadlines
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with all levels of the organization
  • Consultative mentality and team-first attitude
  • A balanced, creative but efficient working style
  • Strong work ethic with attention to detail, time management, and consistent follow-through
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Self-directed, can make progress with limited information or direction, takes initiative to seek support when needed, and can be agile and flexible based on feedback

Preferred

  • Knowledge of CRM system (KORE, KORE Activate, etc.) preferred
  • Strong operational efficiency, and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
  • BA/BS in Marketing related field

Benefits

  • Healthcare, dental, and vision coverage
  • 100% paid premium for basic employee life insurance and disability coverage
  • 401(k) with employer match plus annual discretionary contribution
  • Flexible spending account for healthcare and dependent care as well as commuter benefits
  • Paid time-off including vacation, sick, holiday, days of significance, and parental leave
  • Complimentary home game tickets, parking, and gym access
  • Complimentary snacks, lunch and dinner (if working games / events)
  • Pet Insurance
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744 employees (186 in marketing)

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