Account Manager

| Chicago
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TopstepTrader is a young, innovative early-stage B2C company that provides people from around the world the opportunity to earn trading capital. We offer our users an evaluation of their trading performance in a real-time, simulated account. Those who complete the objective are funded. With over 30,000 users derived from organic growth, we are not slowing down any time soon!

A career at TopstepTrader places you in the hub of one of the fastest growing technology companies in Chicago. Named among the “101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For-2016 & 2017” in Chicago, we are a vibrant and growing company on the cutting edge of technology. With more than 30 employees, TopstepTrader is one of a handful of innovative and creative businesses in the West Loop. We are growing our passionate team, user base, and business model-all the while reinventing the retail brokerage industry.

TopstepTrader partners with trading platforms, educators, and tool providers to form its robust affiliate program. The affiliate program is a significant driver of overall business growth and new trader acquisition. The Account Manager will play a fundamental role in achieving our ambitious customer acquisition and revenue growth objectives. The Account Manager must be comfortable making dozens of calls per day, working with channel partners, and maximizing existing relationships by scheduling and executing marketing campaigns. This role will be responsible for identifying business opportunities by listening to and interacting with existing affiliates in order to increase opportunities.

Are you excited to make a substantial impact with this opportunity? Read on…

The Role

  • Identify and source new sales and marketing opportunities within our current affiliate customer base
  • Articulate the TopstepTrader value proposition to affiliates as well as customers 
  • Cultivate and support current base of affiliates by contacting a prescribed number each day
  • Schedule and execute webinars showcasing our products to affiliate partners
  • Research existing accounts, identify key players, and generate interest
  • Motivate existing affiliates to sell our offerings
  • Coordinate newsletters, webinars, email campaigns, and promotions with TopstepTrader’s Marketing department
  • Maintain and organize affiliate marketing calendar with all events, promotions, and initiatives
  • Ensure brand consistency and voice
  • Negotiate win-win solutions for affiliates and TopstepTrader
  • Collaborate with interdepartmental resources to satisfy affiliate needs
  • Understand our customers' needs and requirements
  • Comprehend and leverage key marketing and sales concepts

The Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree, preferably in Business or related field
  • Over three years in an account management role in the financial services industry is mandatory
  • Strong phone presence with high level of service aptitude
  • Strong listening and presentation skills
  • Experience working within a CRM tool
  • Experience selling within a channel market
  • Willing to take initiative and execute a task or project
  • Ability to work independently, but also within a group 

TopstepTrader Benefits

  • Competitive salary and bonus incentives
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, long-term/short-term disability insurance, and 401k retirement plan with company match
  • Paid time off increasing annually
  • Paid holidays
  • Ability to learn about the financial markets and trading industry from experienced professionals
  • Availability of professional continuing education, training, and workshops
  • Opportunities to work from home
  • Summer Friday (flexible) hours
  • Perks: cereal and bar, birthday and anniversary celebrations, company events, and much more!

Is TopstepTrader the place for you? If so, apply today! We look forward to hearing from you.

TopstepTrader is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, gender, age, disability, or any other basis protected under the law.

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