Account Executive, B2B Technology

As an Account Executive in B2B Technology at Padilla, your key responsibilities include managing client budgets, executing communication strategies, writing digital content, and maintaining client relationships. You will coordinate projects, analyze client situations, and participate in outreach initiatives. This position is designed to groom you for future leadership roles within the agency.

To qualify as an Account Executive at Padilla, candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, along with a minimum of two years in marketing communications or public relations, ideally in a B2B context. Strong communication skills, budget management knowledge, and a commitment to continuous learning are also crucial for success in this role.

In the Account Executive role at Padilla, you will have the opportunity to work with prominent business-to-business clients primarily in the IT and supply chain sustainability sectors. This exposure will enhance your understanding of the challenges and communication needs within these key industries.

While prior agency experience is not strictly required to apply for the Account Executive position at Padilla, having a background in a fast-paced corporate or agency environment can certainly strengthen your application. Padilla values candidates who have demonstrated their abilities in similar settings.

Padilla offers diverse growth opportunities for its Account Executives. You will be involved in professional organizations and benefit from mentorship, paving the way for future leadership roles within the agency. Continuous learning and access to training resources further enrich your career development.

Discuss your time management strategies, including how you organize tasks and communicate with clients about progress. Emphasize the importance of setting priorities based on deadlines and client needs while maintaining quality in your work.

Share a specific instance where you faced significant challenges, detailing how you approached the problem, coordinated with your team, and successfully delivered results. Highlight your problem-solving skills and ability to stay calm under pressure.

Emphasize the importance of regular updates, being proactive about potential issues, and soliciting feedback to ensure that the clients feel supported and involved. Open lines of communication foster strong relationships and trust.

Provide a concise overview of what supply chain sustainability means, including its implications for businesses. Tie your answer back to how it relates to Padilla’s clients and how you would communicate their sustainability strategies.

Discuss your adaptability in writing for diverse formats—whether it’s social media, press releases, or client memos. Explain how understanding the target audience and medium influences your writing style and message.

In your response, highlight how Account Executives contribute to new business development through research, proposal writing, and building relationships with potential clients. Recognize the importance of collaboration with marketing efforts to attract new business.

Mention specific resources you use, such as industry publications, webinars, and networking events. Explain the importance of staying informed about emerging trends to better serve clients and improve your expertise.

Provide a concrete example, focusing on your role in the project, how you collaborated with others, and the impact of your contribution. Emphasize teamwork, communication, and the results achieved.

Talk about building relationships with key media contacts, understanding their needs, and how you pitch stories. Emphasize the importance of personalized communication and consistent follow-ups for successful media engagement.

Reflect on your ability to view feedback as an opportunity for growth. Discuss how you remain open to constructive criticism and leverage it to enhance your performance and client satisfaction.