Account Executive - Corporate Events

Account Executive - Corporate EventsLegacy is the leading brand experience agency driving growth through authentic human connections. We bring people and brands together through strategic, creative, and impactful experiences.In 20+ years as a creative-led independent agency, we've brought big thinking to life with unparalleled insights, enduring client partnerships, and unmatched executional excellence. We believe in working hard, creating great experiences, and having fun.Perennially listed in Event Marketer Magazine's Top 100 It List and Promo Marketing Magazines Top Suppliers, we also have won multiple Ex Awards, Event Technology Awards and Pro Awards, among others.Experience Is Everything.YOUR ROLEAward-winning, Chicago-based experiential marketing agency seeks a solution-oriented Account Executive to concept, develop, execute and manage a variety of client programs including incentive programs, trainings, tradeshows, meetings and more. This person will help build and strengthen internal and client relationships while being intricately involved on the programming details.Primary Job ResponsibilitiesMaintain in depth knowledge of client's business, specific products/services and competitionActively engage in concept development, management and implementation of all aspects across programsDevelop strategies to increase opportunities that positively impact the brand and create overall awareness (i.e. sponsorships, supplemental programs, etc.) that can be presented to the client for considerationCreate, manage and track budgets, monitor all expenditures to stay within budget parameters and communicate necessary changesBe a reliable and knowledgeable resource for account team and other departments that are involved across applicable programmingSuggest and manage applicable metrics for measuring success of programsProactively approach and anticipate internal and external concerns and maintain level of flexibility to quickly respond to changing demandsDaily contact with multiple clients, responding to and managing client requests and maintaining open and frequent communicationDevelop and manage status reports to ensure projects stay on courseSource and manage the development and production of all programming materials in collaboration with internal creative teamCoordinate staff and programs as applicable, delivering smooth and flawless executionActively engage in the onsite event execution as applicable to ensure brand standards, legal guidelines and client expectations are metSource and manage multiple vendor/supplier relationships required for eventsAnalyze results throughout programs and make necessary adjustments to ensure successProvide clients with timely post-events reportsSkills And Requirements2-4 years of relevant event management and/or event marketing experience, agency experience requiredProven leadership abilities; experience managing others preferredExcellent communicator and relationship builderStrategic problem solver and decision makerKeen attention to detail and exceptional organizational skillsMust be available for up to 40% travelProficient in Microsoft OfficeBachelor's degree required (Communications, Hospitality or Marketing is preferred)Salary And Benefits$55,000-$60,000/Year - An employee's pay position within the salary range is based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, seniority, performance & travel requirements.Medical PPO & HMO options, Dental PPO and Vision PPO InsuranceNo cost Employee Assistance Program through medical insurance providerCompany provided Life, AD&D and Long-Term Disability InsuranceAdditional optional voluntary Life, AD&D, Disability and Accident Insurance401K Retirement Savings Plan with company match18 PTO days/year with increased PTO accrual rates after 3 years of servicePaid Holiday SchedulePre-tax Commuter and Parking BenefitPet InsuranceHybrid Weekly Schedule (3 days in office/2 days work from home)Text AE661 to 312-629-4949 to start your application!

Created: 2025-03-06