Temporary Account Executive (Client Services)

About the role

The Temporary Account Executive (Client Services) is responsible for leading Octagon’s client business and day-to-day management of client programs. The role follows a hybrid model with priority for candidates open to working three days per week in the office at one of Octagon’s locations (Stamford, CT; New York, NY; Charlotte, NC; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Los Angeles, CA). Remote applications are not considered. The position is a W‑2 employment with an immediate start date and runs through December 31, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Support a team in developing innovative sponsorship activations across clients' sports and lifestyle programming
• Work closely with agency and client teams to support program development, planning documents, and execution of partnerships across sports, entertainment, and cultural platforms
• Oversee event documentation, reporting and measurement, and provide on‑site support
• Support data allocation, tracking and measurement for client portfolio of events on a global scale
• Assist with the organization and tracking of sponsorship assets and talent/ambassador utilization as needed
• Support the creation of reports, presentations, and documents, including post‑event reports, event briefs, staffing schedules, and activation plans
• Help manage weekly project plans and share comprehensive notes from weekly calls as assigned
• Assist with event and industry research requests upon client request
• Support finance administration: budget management, invoices & PO processing, maintaining accurate financial records
• Aid in various other administrative tasks as requested
• Collaborate with internal teammates, agency colleagues, and preferred vendors; engage with high‑profile partners

Requirements

• 1+ years of relevant experience in account management or client services, ideally within sports, entertainment, or related industries
• Strong work ethic and initiative to proactively support team efforts and take on new tasks
• Genuine interest and enthusiasm for sports, entertainment, gaming, music, or celebrity and lifestyle culture
• Knowledge or experience of running and endurance space preferred, though not required
• Self‑starter with willingness to learn and develop in a fast‑paced environment
• Eagerness to assist in creating high‑quality work and reports, with a keen eye for detail
• Ability to handle basic administrative tasks and support multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage time and prioritize effectively
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Software (PowerPoint, Excel, and Word)
• Positive, proactive attitude; ability to contribute to team efforts with a “no job is too small” mentality