Account Manager

Stephen Thomas Ltd; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

Above market benefits

Starting salary CAD 55k–65k

Job summary

Stephen Thomas Ltd in Toronto is seeking an energetic Account Manager to lead direct response fundraising campaigns for our nonprofit clients. You will manage multiple campaigns, coordinate with Account Coordinators, and report to the Account Director.

The role offers a 4-day work week, above market benefits, and a starting salary of CAD 55,000–65,000 with room for growth. A fundraising certificate and team leadership experience are assets.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in direct response fundraising
• Experience leading a team
• A fundraising certificate is an asset
• An independent self-motivator
• An individual with integrated direct response experience
• Someone who loves working with clients and sees them as collaborators
• A strong project manager
• Knowledgeable of diverse marketing channels
• Detail-oriented with proofreading skills
• An organized person who can handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
• People person who enjoys managing others

Responsibilities

• Work alongside industry-leading professionals who develop integrated direct response campaigns for charities
• Manage and navigate direct response campaigns from concept to execution
• Ensure quotes are prepared accurately and adhere to timelines and budgets
• Work with clients as a direct liaison on all aspects of project planning
• Directly manage assigned Account Coordinators
• Foster effective communication within each account team and with other departments
• Analyze results against the budget and identify successes and concerns
• Provide your Director and clients with a detailed program analysis

Skills

Direct response fundraising

Team leadership

Project management

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Fundraising certificate

Job description

Join our passionate team of fundraising professionals!

Account Manager

Full-Time Position

Want to make the world a better place and enjoy a 4-day work week?

ST (Stephen Thomas Ltd) located just steps away from Toronto's historic Distillery District, is a full-service marketing and fundraising agency dedicated to helping our clients raise more money. Currently, we are looking for an energetic, collaborative Account Manager who's ready to roll up their sleeves and work alongside like-minded team members.

We welcome applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous Peoples of North America, racialized persons, person with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

Could you be the direct response fundraiser we're looking for? If you're detail-oriented, energetic and positive, we offer a collaborative, supportive environment where you can grow your skills. Working at ST you will receive above market benefits and a starting salary of $55,000 - $65,000 with room for growth.

You, along with your ST teammates, become your client’s partner and help them navigate their integrated fundraising and marketing campaigns from concept to execution. You will be in charge of multiple fundraising campaigns that offer our clients direct mail, digital and integrated solutions.

Reporting to your Account Director, you will lead your Account Coordinator(s) to provide flawless day-to-day delivery of projects for your clients. By working efficiently and mindfully you will contribute to a positive team environment.

Core Responsibilities

• Work alongside industry-leading strategic and creative professionals who develop and manage integrated direct response campaigns for renowned charities, including direct mail, digital and brand campaigns
• Manage and navigate direct response campaigns from concept to execution
• Ensure quotes are prepared accurately and adhere to timelines and budgets
• Work with clients as a direct liaison on all aspects of project planning, ensuring that the quality of service is unsurpassed
• Directly manage assigned Account Coordinators
• Foster effective communication and positive, productive working relationships within each account team and with other account teams and departments
• Analyze results against the budget and identify successes and areas of concern, while remaining focused on the big picture.
• P rovid e your D irector and clients with a detailed program analysis

Education & Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in direct response, ideally in fundraising
• Experience leading a team
• A fundraising certificate is an asset
• An independent self-motivator
• An individual with integrated direct response experience
• Someone who loves working with clients and sees them as collaborators
• A strong project manager
• Knowledgeable of diverse marketing channels
• Detail-oriented, with killer proofreading skills
• An exceptionally organized individual who can handle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
• Competent and numbers-oriented - able to report on direct response results
• A people person who loves to manage other people and watch them grow

We thank all applicants, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.