Growth-Focused Ad Sales Associate

AXIOS Media; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 54,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health insurance (PPO)

HSA contribution

Dental and vision coverage

Paid leave and vacation

Job summary

Axios is seeking a Business Development Associate to join our advertising sales team in Washington, DC. You will help secure, maintain, and grow client relationships through thoughtful outreach and exceptional service, identifying new revenue opportunities and contributing to the team's growth.

Ideal candidates bring at least one year of client service experience, strong CRM skills, and a proactive, collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Proven customer or client service experience (1+ year preferred).
• Experience managing top-of-funnel sales pipelines with prospecting and outbound outreach.
• Detail-oriented with strong time management and prioritization.
• Strong project management skills and sales fundamentals.
• Desire to collaborate with others.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Receptive to feedback and eager to learn.
• Proficiency using CRM software to manage sales processes.

Responsibilities

• Secure, maintain and grow relationships for Axios’ core media team.
• Identify and develop new revenue opportunities to grow team revenue.
• Engage in thoughtful outreach and exceptional client service.
• Manage top-of-funnel activity and coordinate outbound/inbound interest.

Skills

Customer service experience

Sales pipeline management

Time management

Project management

Collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Feedback receptiveness

CRM software proficiency

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Axios is seeking a Business Development Associate to join our advertising sales team in Washington, DC. You will help secure, maintain, and grow client relationships through thoughtful outreach and exceptional service, identifying new revenue opportunities and contributing to the team's growth.

Ideal candidates bring at least one year of client service experience, strong CRM skills, and a proactive, collaborative mindset.