Account Executive (Soccer) (Health and Wellness Retail Client)

Octagon is a global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic Group, seeking a passionate Account Executive with a love for soccer. The role involves managing client programs, supporting sponsorship initiatives, and collaborating with internal teams to execute marketing campaigns. Responsibilities Support the launch and execution of women’s soccer sponsorship programs for our client Assist in managing relationships with internal teams, external vendors, and property contacts Help coordinate logistics and ensure timely delivery of sponsorship assets Participate in client meetings and status calls, taking notes and tracking action items Contribute to the development of strategic recommendations and activation plans Collaborate with Octagon’s specialty groups (creative, digital, client services, etc.) to support integrated campaign execution Help prepare presentations, reports, and other client-facing materials Conduct research and assist with special projects such as sponsorship evaluations, competitive reviews, and POVs Skills 1+ year(s) agency/client service experience and/or marketing experience, ideally in sponsorship, sports, or entertainment A passion for soccer strongly encouraged A clear and efficient communicator, both verbally and in writing, who can create client-ready documents such as agendas and recaps Attention to detail and strong work ethic, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and produce quality work, while adhering to strict timelines (ex: reporting documents, client facing decks, budgets) A standout colleague who loves to share their opinion and solve problems but can also work independently An outgoing person who can help manage relationships with key partners, clients, and vendors Strong project management skills and ability to listen attentively to client needs and proactively recommend solutions Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (specifically PowerPoint, Excel and Word) Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed. Anticipated travel level: Low (0-15%) Benefits Comprehensive benefits package Company Overview Octagon is the world's leading sports and entertainment management and marketing company. It is a sub-organization of Interpublic Group. It was founded in 1983, and is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is