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 - - Stamford, CT, New York, NY, Charlotte, NC, Los Angeles, CA or Atlanta, GA. We will also consider a remote-based working arrangement for qualified candidates with East Coast working hours as a prerequisite.
Ready to oversee an ever-expanding partnership portfolio within sports, entertainment, and inclusive community programming?
If you have deep knowledge of the cross-section of experiential and sponsorship spaces and are a forward-thinking leader eager to join an innovative, dynamic team, this opportunity is for you!
We are looking for a Group Account Director to join our dynamic team to help supervise and lead sponsorship campaigns across our financial services client’s endurance sports and Corporate Social Responsibility portfolio, including the Boston Marathon, Chicago Marathon, and more.
Reporting to the Senior Vice President, you’ll support our team in working closely with our clients, internal groups (Strategy, Creative, Experiences), and external agencies, to develop programs that embody our client’s brand while harnessing the uniqueness and spirit of each campaign.
The work you’ll do
Develop a working knowledge and understanding of financial service client’s business initiatives and marketing trends, serving as a subject matter expert as you build your knowledge base
Lead project teams in producing multiple programs across our client’s sports, entertainment, and local and cause partnerships.
Leads internal and external agency integration and addresses challenges directly. Leads interagency calls
Work closely with our Experiences team to develop/activate programs in support of clients’ goals and objectives
Sustain and optimize the broad body of work associated with our account team by implementing management routines and protocols to foster an environment for thoughtful ideation, critical forecasting of program deliverables, reviews/recaps, and transparent communication of program updates across teams/clients
Manage quality control of client-facing communications and project management materials across the team
Negotiate and sell new initiatives and opportunities through to the client where it aligns with brand objectives
Be a team leader encouraging an inclusive environment for all team members. Oversee employee career development across the team
Manage documents such as budgets, status reports, inventory tracking, and meeting agenda and notes
Participate in brainstorms and creative ideation and provide research as requested
Additional projects as assigned, which may include assistance on other events/programs, competitive research, POVs, property research, etc.
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
9+ years of proven experience in sports marketing and/or client management
A passion and expertise in sports, CSR programs, entertainment, gaming, music, and/or celebrity & lifestyle culture
Experience developing successful integrated sponsorship activations, initiatives, and campaigns with cross-functional agency/client teams
Experience developing presentations for internal/external senior executives
Experience managing multiple programs, coordinating key timelines, and leading teams performing under pressure with strong attention to detail
A people leader who is invested in the success of the team first and enjoys team building
Coachable and willing to adapt to a fast-paced work environment, with a mentality that no job is too small or too big
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel level: Moderate (20-45%)
The base range for this position is $90,000 – 110,000. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure, and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.
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
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.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Marketing
Industries
Marketing Services
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