Corporate Relations Specialist
The Corporate Relations Specialist is responsible for increasing registrations and revenue for the Workforce Center. This position builds relationships with clients, partners, and associations to make the Center visible in the community.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Initiates sales process by prospecting, scheduling appointments, understanding business needs, developing proposals and closing training opportunities to meet sales targets and metrics for increased revenue growth for the University's Workforce Center set by the Executive Director
- Identifies, develops and implements account plans and awareness by introducing additional solutions and services provided by the University's Workforce Center
- Attends events that help promote and market continuing education in the business professional community
- Opens and maintains lines of communication with clients and prospects
- Assists with daily operations in the University's Workforce Center
- Performs other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Strong proficiency in use of software systems including a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system like SalesforceProven track record with selling services to corporationsStrong written and verbal communicationStrong interpersonal and presentation skillsAbility to negotiate with corporationsAbility to travel locally and work flexible hoursMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degreeTwo years of related work experiencePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Previous experience in marketing, sales, or public relationsSaint Louis University is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military / veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and / or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.