Associate Manager, Accounts

THE·TEAM operates at the epicenter of sports, music and entertainment, serving talent, brands and properties on a global scale. NEXT GEN·TEAM connects brands with the next generation of consumers. From high school to college and into young adult life, the team takes an audience-first approach, using unrivaled access to understand the passions and interests of these consumers, generate ideas that resonate, and deliver hyperlocal, culturally relevant engagement at scale. NEXT GEN·TEAM’s integrated approach allows clients to understand and engage with Gen Z and Millennial consumers through custom research, peer-to-peer, social and digital, experiential, media, and community integration strategies.

Headquartered in Los Angeles, THE·TEAM's presence spans 28 countries and more than 70 cities, including New York, London, Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Madrid, Mexico City, Toronto, Paris and Sydney. For more information, please visit THE.TEAM.

Job Overview

• Office Policy: Hybrid environment - 3 days in office

• Role Type: Full-Time (fixed-term) Employment

This is a fixed-term role currently approved through December 31, 2026, with a strong likelihood of extension beyond that date based on business needs and performance. 

The Role: 

We are looking for an Associate Manager, Accounts to join our rapidly growing team of college and youth marketing enthusiasts. As an Associate Manager, Accounts you will actively contribute to the success of client projects, playing a key role in all disciplines from strategic development to execution.  

Key Responsibilities: 

• Develop a clear understanding of each client’s business, marketing goals, and program objectives 

• Partner with team members from Next Gen’s Client Services and University Relations teams for the development and execution of client programs  

• Serve as the primary Next Gen contact for ambassadors, overseeing their training and coaching in support of program objectives 

• Support daily workflow of client projects to ensure timely, economic program execution 

• Assist in development of client-facing reports by gathering qualitative and quantitative program data 

• Willing to travel and work at on-site activations 

• Participate in agency brainstorms to help develop new, creative ways to engage Next Gen consumers 

• Contribute to agency culture by actively participating in building positive internal relationships and maintaining enthusiasm toward day-to-day tasks and agency passion points 

• Perform other duties, as assigned 

Qualifications & Skills: 

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business or a related field 

• 0-2 years of related work experience, ideally with exposure to events and experiential marketing 

• Strong entrepreneurial spirit with eagerness to learn and grow in a high energy environment 

• Values and respects the importance of organization and time management for effective multitasking 

• Customer-service focus with outstanding interpersonal, written, and oral communications skills  

• Creative thinker that is willing to travel ‘outside of the box’ for the right solution(s) 

• Self-motivated with proven ability to think quickly and problem solve 

• Innate curiosity and awareness of next generation trends and behaviors 

• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint  

• Experience working with Salesforce, Adobe Creative Suite, and project management tools (Asana, SharePoint, Workday, etc.) a plus 

What We Offer: United States

• Professional Development: Take advantage of our learning and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support.  

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy generous paid time off and holiday allowances to recharge and spend time with loved ones.

• Parental Leave: We provide paid parental leave to support your family during important life events. 

• Retirement Plan: 401k plan including contribution matching. 

• Healthcare: Medical, HSA coverage options

Base salary range: $50,000-$55,000.

Actual base salary is dependent on several factors including but not limited to; market dynamics, location and region, experience, specialized skills/training (education), level of responsibility, budgetary considerations, tenure at the company (for current employees), etc. The salary range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Compensation decisions are dependent on circumstances of each role

THE·TEAM does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.