[Remote] Associate Director of Sales, Client Partnerships

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Axios is a media company dedicated to providing trustworthy, award-winning news content in an audience-first format. They are hiring an Associate Director, Client Partnerships to work with new and existing partners to build revenue through successful client partnerships. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a passion for Axios' mission, along with experience in sales within the digital media/news industry.ResponsibilitiesWork with new and existing partners to build Axios’ revenue through successful client partnershipsEmbark on a high-energy role with a hunting mentality that requires superior communication skills and ruthless prioritizationUnderstand partner business priorities and develop creative solutionsGenerate leads and nurture inbound leads and existing client relationshipsSkills5+ years' experience in sales, specifically in the digital media/news industryEstablished relationships with key agencies and brandsExperience in an outbound sales environmentUnderstanding of digital media, online marketing technology, and Axios' competitive landscapeExceptionally collaborative, both within your own team and cross-functionallyWillingness to travel and attend social events and engagementsGrowth mindset with hunger to constantly learn and improve your craftComfortable with a mix of outbound sales strategy as well as the nurturing of inbound leads and existing client relationshipsBenefits401(k) with employer matchRobust PPO and High Deductible health insurance options on the Blue Cross Blue Shield networkEmployer Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution for the high deductible health plan optionDental and vision coveragePrimary caregiver 12-week paid leaveGenerous vacation policy, plus holidaysOne mental health day per quarterAnnual learning and development stipend$100 monthly work-from-home stipendTele-mental health services through HeadspaceOneMedical membership, including tele-health servicesPersonal health advocacy resources through HealthAdvocateInclusive fertility, hormonal health and family forming benefits through Carrot FertilityAccess to the Axios “Family Fund”, which was created to allow employees to request financial support when facing financial hardship or emergenciesIncreased work flexibility for parents and caretakersVirtual company-sponsored social eventsA strong and positive work environmentA commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work cultureCompany OverviewWe are a new media company delivering vital, trustworthy news and analysis in the most efficient, illuminating and shareable ways possible. It was founded in 2016, and is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.axios.com.