Agent Assistant
Greater Talent Network
New York, NYThis was removed by the employer on 11/4/2014 3:31:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
Trainee Agent
Greater Talent Network is seeking candidates for the role of Agent Assistant. This entry level position provides the experience necessary to become a full time Sales Agent. Candidates should excel in a fast paced work environment, be adaptable to changing environments and be highly organized and detail oriented. Strong verbal and written communication skills are imperative to being successful in this position.
The Ideal Candidate:
• Self-starter, with incredible drive and work ethic, passionate about sales
• Strategic, resourceful and has excellent problem solving skills
• Ability to demonstrate strong judgment, professionalism and poise under pressure
• Absorbs and learns new information quickly
• Able to work independently, effectively prioritize and multitask numerous responsibilities
• Can establish credibility as a trusted advisor, is charismatic and extroverted
• Able to prospect and build critical high level relationships with Fortune 500 clients
• Avid reader, immersed in current events, history and politics
• ''No job is too small'' mentality
Job Description:
• Provide administrative support for one or more Senior Executives
• Oversee event contracts and itineraries in all phases
• Learn our speakers lecture content and understand how current events affect program content and speaker selection
• Maintain detailed records of events, clients and leads/buyers
• Research, cold call and prospect buyers
• Pitch and recommend speakers, advise on fees and contract terms
• Other responsibilities as needed
Experience with B2B Sales, Political Consulting/Lobbying, program content/speaker selection or experience on your college Programming Board will be highly regarded.
Salary: Commensurate with experience