Corporate Relations Specialist

Saint Louis University•St. Louis, MO

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Saint Louis University (SLU), founded in 1818, is a prestigious Catholic university with a campus in Madrid, Spain, known for its academics, research, healthcare, and commitment to faith and service. The Corporate Relations Specialist is responsible for increasing registrations and revenue for the Workforce Center by building relationships with clients, partners, and associations to enhance the Center's community visibility.

Requirements

Strong proficiency in use of software systems including a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system like Salesforce
Proven track record with selling services to corporations
Strong written and verbal communication
Strong interpersonal and presentation skills
Ability to negotiate with corporations
Ability to travel locally and work flexible hours
Bachelor’s degree
Two years of related work experience

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in marketing, sales, or public relations

Responsibilities

Initiates sales process by prospecting, scheduling appointments, understanding business needs, developing proposals and closing training opportunities to meet sales targets and metrics for increased revenue growth for the University’s Workforce Center set by the Executive Director
Identifies, develops and implements account plans and awareness by introducing additional solutions and services provided by the University’s Workforce Center
Attends events that help promote and market continuing education in the in the business professional community
Opens and maintains lines of communication with clients and prospects
Assists with daily operations in the University’s Workforce Center
Performs other duties as assigned