Account Executive - Online Division - Grand Canyon University

About the Role

Grand Canyon Education (GCE) is seeking a motivated Account Executive to oversee the Phoenix, AZ territory in this unique community-based opportunity. This is a work-from-home role with ambitious targets, requiring extensive travel within the territory. New hire training will be held in-person at the Phoenix, AZ campus.

Responsibilities

• Consistently identify and implement event/activity plans for your territory, building awareness of online academic programs for education, healthcare, and business while driving inquiry generation.
• Shape high-impact partnerships for your territory while executing daily work through informational presentations, calls, and emails, iterating as needed to maximize value.
• Provide exceptional counseling to prospective students, their families, and partners through in-person meetings, phone calls, and email communication.
• Champion the GCE mission, promoting Grand Canyon University student success and institutional growth.
• Work independently to support prospective students through the admissions process, guiding them toward a successful online learning experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of demonstrated success in outside business development, consultative sales, or account management.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Outstanding time management skills with the ability to prioritize competing priorities while traveling.
• 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 take ownership of time spent with students.
• High emotional intelligence with the ability to demonstrate empathy when coaching a diverse range of students and developing partner relationships.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and a clean driving record with the ability to use personal vehicle for extensive travel.
• Flexible schedule with availability for evening and/or weekend events as needed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Skills

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

Pay

Starting salary is $75,000 per year with 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.
• Generous tuition benefits for employee's spouse, children, and dependents.
• A career where your work makes a difference.
• Opportunity to own your part of the business without the risks of owning your own business.
• Ongoing professional development and growth.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.