Account Manager, Higher Education Practice

Summary

Join Stratagon as an experienced Higher Education Account Manager to drive client success and lead strategic marketing initiatives.

Requirements

• 6-8 years of account management experience, with demonstrated success in higher education marketing
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful marketing campaigns
• Demonstrated expertise in developing a marketing and communications strategy, media planning a plus
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and influence effectively at all levels of a client organization
• Demonstrated experience in delivering client-focused solutions
• Experience managing complex projects and client relationships simultaneously
• Demonstrated experience in a combination of the following within a Higher Ed environment: enrollment marketing, advancement campaigns, and brand development
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into strategic recommendations
• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field
• Excellent prioritization and time management skills
• Excellent listening, negotiation, and presentation skills

Responsibilities

• Own client relationships and serve as their strategic marketing advisor and day-to-day lead
• Lead strategic conversations and advance the marketing strategy for multiple high-profile client accounts
• Develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategies aligned with institutions' enrollment, advancement, and brand goals
• Lead and mentor team members while fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented environment
• Drive innovative solutions by staying ahead of higher education marketing trends and best practices
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables across multiple concurrent campaigns
• Hone strategic and technical expertise to become a subject matter expert in maintaining key relationships
• Analyze campaign performance and translate data into actionable insights and recommendations
• Identify and pursue strategic growth opportunities within existing client partnerships
• Facilitate clear communication between internal teams and client stakeholders
• Strategically plan long-term while executing short-term needs for clients
• Excel at managing multiple clients and work streams, thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring a strategic mindset that drives innovative, results-focused marketing campaigns

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with marketing technology in a Higher Education environment (HubSpot, Slate, Salesforce)
• Experience working with HBCUs or minority-serving institutions
• Project management or relevant marketing certifications

Benefits

• Opportunity to shape the future of higher education marketing
• Collaborative, innovative work environment
• Close collaboration with Agency Principals and the opportunity to lead upon standing out
• Short and Long Term Financial, Work/Life and Health benefits