Account Executive - Online Division - Grand Canyon University - Remote

Summary

Grand Canyon Education (GCE) is a rapidly growing educational service company that provides support services to the post-secondary education sector. They are seeking a motivated Account Executive to oversee the Phoenix, AZ territory, focusing on helping Grand Canyon University students succeed through effective counseling and strategic event planning.

Responsibilities

• You’ll be consistently identifying and implementing event/activity plans for your territory, building awareness of our online academic programs for education, healthcare and business and drive inquiry generation
• Through a variety of mediums, you will use your passion for serving others to provide exceptional counseling to prospective students, their families and partners
• Working independently, you’ll be using your out-of-the-box critical thinking skills to support prospective Grand Canyon University students through the admissions process, guiding them on the right path towards a successful online learning experience

Skills

• 3+ years of demonstrated success in outside business development, consultative sales or account management
• Outstanding time management skills
• Clear communication skills
• Self-motivation and drive to succeed
• High emotional intelligence
• A valid driver's license, reliable transportation and a flexible schedule
• Computer literacy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• A bachelor's degree preferred
• Relevant industry related professional experience
• Experience working with CRM tools

Qualifications

Must Haves

• 3+ years of demonstrated success in outside business development, consultative sales or account management
• Outstanding time management skills
• Clear communication skills
• Self-motivation and drive to succeed
• High emotional intelligence
• A valid driver's license, reliable transportation and a flexible schedule
• Computer literacy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Nice to Haves

• A bachelor's degree preferred
• Relevant industry related professional experience
• Experience working with CRM tools

Benefits

• 100% tuition-free education for employees through the master's degree program level
• 75% coverage at the Doctorate degree program level
• Employee's spouse, children and dependents are also offered generous tuition benefits
• Work from home role
• New hire training will be held in-person at our Phoenix, AZ campus
• Ongoing professional development and growth
• Outstanding benefits and work perks
• Collaborative and supportive work environment