Account Executive - This Week in Fintech

Plaid • New York, NY

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About The Position

This Week in Fintech is seeking an Account Executive with advertising and media sales experience to build and grow a book of business across its media offerings, including newsletters, podcasts, events, and sponsored content. The Account Executive will represent the brand by prospecting, pitching creative solutions, and developing long-term partnerships with companies and organizations in fintech, crypto, finance, venture capital, and related sectors.

The role involves owning the sales process from pipeline development and prospecting through closing and post-sale client relationships, with the goal of driving recurring revenue. The Account Executive will develop advertising solutions and media packages tailored to clients’ marketing objectives, build expertise in the audience, products, and competitive landscape, and collaborate with content and operations teams to execute campaigns and deliver value to sponsors. The position is based in New York City and operates in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of successful experience in advertising sales, media sales, or sponsorship sales.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• A track record of building lasting client relationships.
• Deep understanding of the media landscape, including digital advertising, content marketing, and sponsorship best practices.
• Must be based in New York City.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage the sales pipeline, from prospecting and pitching through closing deals and managing post-sale client relationships, to drive recurring revenue.
• Develop and present advertising solutions and media packages tailored to prospective clients’ marketing objectives.
• Build expertise in audience data, media products, and the competitive landscape to position This Week in Fintech as a media partner.
• Collaborate with content and operations teams to execute client campaigns and deliver value to sponsors.
• Contribute to the company’s overall growth strategy in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit plan, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
• Additional compensation may include equity and/or commission, depending on the position offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed