Higher Ed Sales Executive

Ascendium Education Group; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and professional development

Student loan repayment assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Generous time off

Job summary

Ascendum is hiring an Account Executive to connect colleges, universities, employers, and other organizations with products and services that support their needs. You'll build relationships, create sales and marketing plans, deliver presentations and product demonstrations, and represent Ascendium at industry events.

This role is suitable for someone with 2+ years in higher education, financial aid, admissions, customer service, marketing, or sales who enjoys connecting with people and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in sales, marketing, customer service, or related fields.
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of student loan industry technologies and employee benefit solutions.
• Ability to travel approximately 20% for conferences and events.

Responsibilities

• Perform outbound sales activity to new customers and develop sales and marketing plans.
• Attend conferences and events; travel ~20% up to 5 times per year.
• Plan, develop, and conduct presentations for potential customers.
• Demonstrate, support and assist in installation of Ascendum products as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of Ascendum products and services.
• Provide input on markets, products, services and enhancements for sales and marketing.
• Develop and update communication pieces.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer service

Presentation skills

Relationship-building

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in business, marketing, communications or related field

Job description

Ascendum is hiring an Account Executive to connect colleges, universities, employers, and other organizations with products and services that support their needs. You'll build relationships, create sales and marketing plans, deliver presentations and product demonstrations, and represent Ascendium at industry events.

This role is suitable for someone with 2+ years in higher education, financial aid, admissions, customer service, marketing, or sales who enjoys connecting with people and