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, supporting the development of innovative sponsorship activations across clients' sports and lifestyle programming while working closely with agency and client teams on program development, planning, and execution.

Responsibilities

• 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 but not limited to 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 including budget management, invoices & PO processing and maintaining accurate and up‑to‑date financial records
• Aid in various other administrative tasks as requested
• 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 various partnerships across sports, entertainment, and cultural platforms
• Oversee event documentation, reporting and measurement, and provide on‑site support

Requirements

• 1+ years of relevant experience in account management or client services, ideally within sports, entertainment, or related industries
• A strong work ethic and the initiative to proactively support team efforts and take on new tasks
• A genuine interest in and enthusiasm for sports, entertainment, gaming, music, or celebrity and lifestyle culture
• Knowledge or experience of running and endurance space preferred, though not required
• A self‑starter with a willingness to learn and develop in a fast‑paced environment
• An 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 the ability to manage time and prioritize effectively
• A positive, proactive attitude, and the ability to contribute to team efforts with a “no job is too small” mentality
• Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed (anticipated travel level: moderate, 20‑45%)

Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Software (specifically PowerPoint, Excel, and Word)

Pay

This position pays an annualized rate of $42,000 and is overtime‑eligible.

Schedule

Hybrid work model: three days per week in the office (no remote work). Eligible office locations include Stamford, CT; New York, NY; Charlotte, NC; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; and Los Angeles, CA. Contract dates: immediate start through December 31, 2026. Employment type: W‑2.