Job Description

ABOUT US

Since 1898, Marquis Who’s Who has remained the standard for reliable and comprehensive biographical data.  Our first publication “Who’s Who in America” was released 123 years ago!  Our database is in every public and major academic university library across the United States.  For over 120 years, Marquis Who’s Who has opened doors and enabled professionals to highlight their achievements and career successes through personalized branding.  Our marketing tools and resources (both print and online) create the exposure and credibility professionals need in today’s ever-changing environment.

JOB DESCRIPTION – NEW SUBMISSIONS ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Marquis Account Executives work directly with engaged clients who have applied for inclusion in our exclusive membership roster. Account Executives conduct telephone interviews to learn more about the career backgrounds, goals and biographical histories of these prospective clients to determine if they qualify for addition to our database. Once clients are approved for inclusion, Account Executives will determine how Marquis can assist them with their commemorative, networking, or branding goals, and provide them with comprehensive information about our product suite. Marquis’ products and services are fully customizable and aid in increasing credibility and exposure.

Duties include consistent and strategic call volume while meeting sales goals. As an Account Executive, you are provided with the opportunity to interact daily with some of the most elite professionals in the world, making this opportunity both exciting and rewarding.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Top-notch verbal communication skills. Candidate must possess a natural ability to be conversational, professional and articulate.
• Coachable with a willingness to correct and modify skills. Candidate must be open to ongoing mentorship and development from our sales trainer(s).
• Ability to produce a high volume of daily calls.
• Consistent attendance and punctual daily arrival. The sales day starts promptly at 9:00 am; we are seeking leaders who are serious about their career.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to close a sale.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

• Candidate will only call new applicants who have responded to our invitation. No cold calling or prospecting is required. 
• New employees start with a substantial client base to contact and will receive new leads daily.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:

•                   Medical benefits (Oxford), Cigna dental/vision and 401(k).

•                   Paid personal, vacation and sick time.

•                   Working hours: Monday-Thursday 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, and Friday 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.

•                   Paid training (1 week, on-site).

•                   Room for growth: Potential to move to our Branding Specialist Department after employee has mastered our New Membership accounts.

COMPENSATION:

•                   Expected total yearly earnings for a Marquis Account Executive is $70-$100K, which includes an annual base of $45K plus expected commissions averaging $30,000.

•                   Weekly commission percentages - 4.5% to 28.5% of revenue generated. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CULTURE:

We are dedicated employers seeking to attract and retain quality candidates in search of a new career home where they can flourish. 

•                   State-of-the-art office outfitted with full precautions to protect against COVID-19.

•                   Private desk assignment outfitted with partitions to protect against COVID-19.

•                   Business casual dress code.

•                   Ample parking (covered garage and outdoor surface space).

•                   Café with Starbucks, post office, gym, bank, and newsstand on premises.

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Company Description

Since 1898, Marquis Who’s Who has remained the standard for reliable and comprehensive biographical data. Our first publication “Who’s Who In America” was released 120 years ago! Our database is in every public and major academic university library across the United States. For over 120 years, Marquis Who’s Who has opened doors and enabled professionals to highlight their achievements and career successes through personalized branding. Our marketing tools and resources (both print and online) create the exposure and credibility professionals need in today’s ever-changing environment.