Account Director, Career Connect Sales
Quick answer
Year Up United is hiring a senior Account Director, Career Connect Sales (hybrid role, US-based) paying $120,000 - $150,000 to build pipeline and secure revenue via paid employer partnerships.
- Role
- Account Director, Career Connect Sales
- Organization
- Year Up United
- Location
- Year Up United locations in approved proximate states
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $120,000 - $150,000
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The Account Director, Career Connect Sales will serve as an expert salesperson within Year Up United, building pipeline and securing revenue via paid employer partnerships with corporations nationwide that result in Year Up United Career Connect students achieving career success.
What you'll do
- Manage a portfolio of target accounts in assigned industries and drive external activity toward partnership sales
- Meet or exceed performance indicators: number of calls and confirmed meetings with prospects per week; placements/pilots sold; revenue from new partners; new industries unlocked; ROI of partnerships; partners retained or upgraded
- Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned industries
- Regularly attend networking or industry events to acquire new leads
- Oversee logistics related to client accounts
- Establish and maintain relationships with industry influencers and key strategic partners
What it takes
- At least 10+ years of experience in strategic account management and/or business development
- Industry expertise in at least one of our key target industries
- Consultative sales approach experience
- Demonstrated ability to generate leads, close business, and manage annual sales targets
- Documented strengths in meaningful relationship building
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive healthcare options and dental coverage; 401(k) match for eligible participants; three weeks paid vacation in first year of employment; four weeks after initial year
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
Year Up United locations in approved proximate states, which include Connecticut, Indiana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, South Carolina, and Virginia.
What is the compensation range?
The salary range is $120,000 - $150,000.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include at least 10+ years of experience in strategic account management and/or business development, industry expertise, consultative sales approach experience, and demonstrated ability to generate leads and close business.
How do I apply?
Please submit a thoughtful cover letter and resume through the Year Up United website.
Is the role remote?
This is a hybrid role requiring regular in-person engagement. Applicants must live within a reasonable commutable distance to a Year Up United location.
How to apply
Apply directly on Year Up United's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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