Hybrid B2B Education Account Executive

AAJA25

Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Training

Job summary

US News & World Report in Washington, DC is seeking an Account Executive for Education, Student Connect. You will build a B2B book of business by partnering with colleges, universities, and vendors to create visibility for higher education branding solutions.

The role requires a strong background in B2B sales, client relations, and marketing strategy, with independence in sales ownership. The ideal candidate is self-motivated with an entrepreneurial attitude and will join a hybrid work model,

Qualifications

1–3 years of proven success in B2B SaaS sales or enterprise account management.
Ability to engage with high-level university administrators.
Strong familiarity with Zoho, Google Suite, and Gemini.
Ability to juggle multiple projects with attention to detail.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field.

Responsibilities

Prospect and qualify high-value B2B opportunities within higher education and corporate brand sectors.
Maintain a robust sales pipeline focusing on entry-level partners and enterprise partnerships.
Stay current on higher education trends to position Student Connect solutions.
Conduct discovery meetings to understand institutional goals and present tailored solutions.
Oversee onboarding and ensure timely delivery of client commitments.
Manage digital advertising campaigns and coordinate with internal teams.
Generate and review ROI-focused client reports.
Maintain accurate records in Zoho and handle contracts and billing inquiries.