Associate Director of Events - Client & Project Management

Quick take: Axios is dedicated to providing trustworthy, award-winning news content in an audience-first format.The Axios Events Team, a creative arm of the Axios revenue organization, is hiring for an Associate Director of Events, Client & Project Management to manage day-to-day client relationships and deliverables ensuring we remain true to our editorial standards while also working alongside sponsors for their defined sponsor integrations. 

Why it matters: Working closely with multiple cross-functional teams (Client Partnerships, Editorial, Design, and Marketing), you will lead, develop and execute a wide range of partnerships across the Axios product suite. You’ll also work with your Event Strategy & Client Partnerships colleagues to support media planning, proposals, and renewal activities.

Go Deeper: This high-energy role requires superior communication skills and an ability to understand partner business priorities and solutions. They will demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit, have a passion for the Axios mission, and possess the following strengths: 

• 4+ years of high volume, fast-paced client experience 

• Proven track record of strong client/relationship management experience 

• Exceptional customer service and commercial instincts

• Outstanding written and verbal communication, organizational, and time management skills

• Demonstrated experience working in events, digital media, PR, consulting and/or implementing sponsor integrations and campaigns

• Experience managing multiple complex projects in a cross-functional environment, meeting deadlines, and exceeding expectations

• Proficiency in orchestrating communications across a large number of internal and external stakeholders  

• Manage project deliverables across multiple medium- large scale campaigns and help coordinate various functions 

• Natural ability to think critically, problem solve and provide effective solutions

• Strong (almost obsessive) attention to detail

• Project management software experience is a plus (i.e. Wrike, Asana)

• Positive attitude and ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment

• Desire to work hard, learn new skills, and grow professionally

• Willingness to work early mornings and late nights

• Willingness to travel regularly

Starting salary for this role is in the range of $80,000- $100,000 and is dependent on numerous factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, and skills. This range does not include other compensation and benefits. Axios' compensation philosophy takes into account cost of labor differentials across the country. Because this is a remote-optional job posting, this salary range takes into account all possible locations within the United States, but candidates will only be eligible for the salary range for their location.

What Axios brings to the table besides salary: 

• 401(k) with employer match

• Robust PPO and High Deductible health insurance options on the Blue Cross Blue Shield network

• Employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution for the high deductible health plan option

• Dental and vision coverage

• Primary caregiver 12-week paid leave

• Generous vacation policy, plus holidays

• One mental health day per quarter

• Annual learning and development stipend

• $100 monthly work-from-home stipend

• Tele-mental health services through Headspace

• OneMedical membership, including tele-health services

• Personal health advocacy resources through HealthAdvocate

• Inclusive fertility, hormonal health and family forming benefits through Carrot Fertility

• Access to the Axios “Family Fund”, which was created to allow employees to request financial support when facing financial hardship or emergencies

• Increased work flexibility for parents and caretakers

• Virtual company-sponsored social events

• A strong and positive work environment

• A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture

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