Account Executive - Online Division

About the role

Grand Canyon Education is looking for a motivated Account Executive to oversee the Bradenton, Bradenton Beach, Palmetto, Holmes Beach and Anna Maria, FL territory in this unique community-based opportunity. New hire training will be held in-person at our Phoenix, AZ campus.

What you'll do

• Consistently identify and implement event/activity plans for your territory, building awareness of our online academic programs for education, healthcare and business and drive inquiry generation.
• Shape high impact partnerships for your territory and execute your daily work through informational presentations, calls and emails, iterating as needed to maximize value.
• Use your passion for serving others to provide exceptional counseling to prospective students, their families and partners through a variety of mediums.
• Champion the GCE mission, promoting Grand Canyon University student success and institutional growth whether in-person, over the phone or via email.
• Work independently with ambitious targets, using 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• No delinquent or in default on a federal student loan as verified in your credit report. If in a rehabilitation program, your credit report must reflect that you are current, not delinquent, on your payments.
• 3+ years of demonstrated success in outside business development, consultative sales or account management.
• Outstanding time management skills with ability to prioritize competing priorities even while travelling.
• Clear communication skills with well developed listening abilities, comfortable communicating in person, in writing and on the phone.
• Self-motivation and drive to succeed with willingness to volunteer for new challenges without waiting to be asked.
• High emotional intelligence with ability to demonstrate empathy and coach a diverse range of students with unique circumstances.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and a flexible schedule with a clean driving record and ability to use your personal vehicle.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.

Preferred qualifications

• Relevant industry related professional experience.
• Experience working with CRM tools.

Pay

Starting salary is $75,000 per year with an earning potential of a six-figure income after 5 years of successful service as an Account Executive/University Development Counselor.

Benefits

• 100% tuition-free education for employees through the Master's degree program level and 75% coverage at the Doctorate degree program level.
• Employee's spouse, children and dependents are also offered generous tuition benefits.
• Stable income with a good salary.
• Opportunity to own your part of the business without the risks of owning your own business.
• Ongoing professional development and growth.
• Outstanding benefits and work perks.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.