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CLIENT SERVICES/ Responsible for overall account management across several entertainment and sports events in their portfolio.

***Our headquarters is located in Stamford, CT, but the location of this position can be flexible with a preference for working in one of our East Coast office locations - - Stamford, CT, New York, NY, Charlotte, NC, or Atlanta, GA. We will also consider a remote-based working arrangement for qualified candidates.

We are looking for an exceptional candidate who will be overseeing an exciting new hotel client, and their diverse sports and entertainment event portfolio.

The account director will get a broad view of several Octagon offices and specialties while supporting a variety of events. In this unique role, you will be working with a tight-knit, service-oriented team committed to providing top-quality creative, experiential, hospitality, and partnership management support to some great clients. You will support the business lead by managing account finances, project management tools, event budgets, and cross-specialty integration. Our event work currently includes 2 music-focused concert events, the F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix and the Grammy’s.

The work you’ll do

• Support all of the client’s global brands on all marketing initiatives, partnerships, and experiential marketing activations
• Lead ongoing sponsorship and project management for multiple events, including day-to-day client and collaborator communications (including external creative and media agencies), program ideation, planning tracking, and recaps
• Oversee activation assets, client approvals, and third-party approvals
• Manage PMO and weekly status calls with all collaborators involved in the project
• Lead management of all vendors, budgeting, and databasing
• Provide subject matter expertise as it pertains to current partnerships and future opportunities
• Evaluate client sponsorship portfolio on an ongoing basis. Consult on property selection, evaluation, and analysis as needed
• Other related duties as assigned

The bigger team you’ll join

Where others see complexity, we see possibility.

Octagon is the global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic Group. But if that classification doesn’t do it for you, and it shouldn’t let’s take it a step further.

We are what we believe. And we believe that while the world of sports and entertainment is full of opportunities and possibilities, sometimes the amount of choice can seem a little overwhelming. Even daunting.

That’s where we come into play.

At Octagon, we inspire brands, talent, and our people to see the world for all its potential. We then help break down the complexity and push forward so you can make your next right move.

Who we’re looking for

• 7-10 years of proven experience in related events field; past hospitality experience preferred
• A passion for sports, travel, entertainment, music, and/or celebrity & lifestyle culture will make you a good Octagon fit
• Ability to thrive under pressure and outstanding at problem-solving; offering creative solutions (though you will always have help, your mantra is: I will figure it out!)
• A go-getter who demonstrates initiative and embraces new challenges (there will be plenty of last-minute client requests)
• A master of the Microsoft Office suite; particularly Excel, PowerPoint, Word
• Though not a requirement, a second language is a plus
• A jetsetter: your bags are packed and you are excited about traveling (approx. 35%). Can work weekends/holidays as needed

The base range for this position is $70,000 – 90,000. 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. Octagon’s comprehensive benefits package includes:

• 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.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.