Account Executive (Soccer) (Health and Wellness Retail Client)
Octagon is a global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic Group, seeking a passionate Account Executive with a love for soccer. The role involves managing client programs, supporting sponsorship initiatives, and collaborating with internal teams to execute marketing campaigns.
Responsibilities
- Support the launch and execution of women’s soccer sponsorship programs for our client
- Assist in managing relationships with internal teams, external vendors, and property contacts
- Help coordinate logistics and ensure timely delivery of sponsorship assets
- Participate in client meetings and status calls, taking notes and tracking action items
- Contribute to the development of strategic recommendations and activation plans
- Collaborate with Octagon’s specialty groups (creative, digital, client services, etc.) to support integrated campaign execution
- Help prepare presentations, reports, and other client-facing materials
- Conduct research and assist with special projects such as sponsorship evaluations, competitive reviews, and POVs
Skills
- 1+ year(s) agency/client service experience and/or marketing experience, ideally in sponsorship, sports, or entertainment
- A passion for soccer strongly encouraged
- A clear and efficient communicator, both verbally and in writing, who can create client-ready documents such as agendas and recaps
- Attention to detail and strong work ethic, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and produce quality work, while adhering to strict timelines (ex: reporting documents, client facing decks, budgets)
- A standout colleague who loves to share their opinion and solve problems but can also work independently
- An outgoing person who can help manage relationships with key partners, clients, and vendors
- Strong project management skills and ability to listen attentively to client needs and proactively recommend solutions
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (specifically PowerPoint, Excel and Word)
- Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel level: Low (0-15%)
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
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