Account Manager, Credit Card Affiliates | Bankrate

Full Time
Charlotte, NC, USA
7 months ago

As an Account Manager on the Red Ventures' Financial Services team, you will own full-funnel client success management from ideation and inception to ad deployment, including - but not limited to - partner engagement, program conceptualization, ad building, quality assurance, data storytelling and program optimization. This position will have complete ownership over their individual book of business and direct/indirect leadership on the Account team.

Note: this role is to be based out of our South Charlotte area office Monday-Thursday each week with remote work on Fridays.

What You'll Do:

  • Manage key accounts for Bankrate’s credit card distribution network by helping partners monetize their site with credit card offerings
  • You will work closely with our distribution network publishers and credit card issuers to drive strategic initiatives for the business
  • Help identify, approach and negotiate contract terms with new business partners for the Red Ventures Media Network
  • Understand partner’s marketing objectives and work with cross-functional teams to create innovative strategies that maximize program performance
  • Drive the day-to-day client activity to ensure accurate and timely execution of marketing programs
  • Partner with clients and internal teams on multivariate test plans to maximize client campaign performance
  • Lead client meetings to present and discuss program optimization, execution and marketing best practices
  • Effectively communicate the client's goals and represent the client's interests to internal, cross-functional groups
  • Manage an internal book of business in full, including revenue management, budget planning, monthly updates, heightened financial acumen, among other aspects

What We're Looking For:

  • Bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year of related industry experience, preferably in account management or direct marketing at an agency or marketing company
  • Experience with in-depth analysis and problem solving with the ability to think strategically while seeing the execution all the way through
  • Demonstrated track record of client relationship development, ad strategy, and service
  • Intellectually curious, takes initiative to dig deeper and understand business drivers
  • Ability to quickly assess client situations and configure mutually beneficial value propositions.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as mastery over the Microsoft Suite of products (Excel, PowerPoint and Word)
  • Ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong project management experience preferred, high attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Top talent that has a bias-to-action and thrives in environments where they are creating new opportunities where none currently exist

Compensation

  • USA Compensation Range: $60,000 - $90,000 *Note actual salary is based on geographic location, qualifications, and experience. 

Additionally, the following benefits are provided by Red Ventures, subject to eligibility requirements.

  • Health Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
  • Life Insurance
  • Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay
  • 401(k) with match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program

Who We Are:

Founded in 2000, Red Ventures (RV) is home to a diverse portfolio of industry-leading brands and businesses, strategic partnerships and proprietary technology – including Bankrate, Lonely Planet, CNET, The Points Guy, BestColleges and more. Together, RV helps millions of people worldwide make life’s most important decisions, accelerates digital adaptation, and innovates the online consumer experience by improving every step of the consumer journey – from first discovery of information, throughout the decision-making process, to transactions. Headquartered south of Charlotte, NC, Red Ventures employs thousands of people across the US and Puerto Rico, with international offices in the UK and Brazil. For more information, visit https://redventures.com and follow @RedVentures on social platforms. 

We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, 401(k) plan and a paid parental leave program.

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