PARTNERSHIP ACCOUNT MANAGER

PARTNERSHIP ACCOUNT MANAGER# PARTNERSHIP ACCOUNT MANAGERWarren, OH 44483; Canton, OH 44718; Akron, OH 44311; Kent, OH 44240; Ravenna, OH 44266; Stow, OH 44224## DescriptionAre you a relationship-builder who enjoys connecting with people, developing business partnerships, and creating opportunities for growth? 7 17 Credit Union is looking for a Partnership Account Manager to build and strengthen relationships with businesses and workplace partners throughout our communities.In this role, you’ll serve as a trusted partner to a portfolio of 100+ workplace organizations while identifying new opportunities to grow membership, loans, deposits, and long-term relationships. You’ll have the opportunity to represent 7 17 at workplace events, community activities, networking opportunities, employee orientations, benefit fairs, and other events throughout the region.This is a highly visible, relationship-driven role for someone who is energetic, creative, confident, and motivated by results.## What You’ll Do### Build & Grow Partnerships* Manage a diverse portfolio of 100+ workplace partners, serving as the primary point of contact for relationship management, retention, and growth.* Develop strong relationships with business and workplace contacts and serve as a trusted resource for their needs.* Conduct regular meetings and check-ins with workplace partners to review progress, identify opportunities, and strengthen relationships.* Reestablish and develop new relationships with workplace partners throughout your assigned territory.* Build and maintain a pipeline of prospective workplace partners, particularly organizations with 50+ employees.### Drive Growth & Business Development* Develop strategies to increase membership, workplace penetration, loans, deposits, and overall revenue.* Use a consultative sales approach to identify opportunities and connect members with products and services that meet their evolving financial needs.* Prospect through networking, community involvement, charitable events, corporate events, referrals, and other relationship-building opportunities.* Identify new opportunities for growth by analyzing workplace partner penetration, revenue, product usage, and other performance data.* Provide accurate sales forecasts, pipeline updates, opportunity reports, and other performance information to management.### Create Visibility & Engagement* Collaborate with workplace partners to develop strategic marketing plans and promotional activities.* Represent 7 17 Credit Union at: + Employee orientations + Benefit fairs + Open enrollment events + Workplace meetings + Staff events + Community events + Networking and corporate events* Deliver presentations and promote the value of 7 17 Credit Union membership.* Develop creative and innovative ideas to increase brand awareness, engagement, and membership growth.* Communicate regularly with partners through in-person meetings, virtual meetings, phone calls, email, presentations, and events.### Support Our Members & Partners* Develop a strong understanding of 7 17 Credit Union's products and services and effectively communicate their value.* Track workplace partner interactions, sales activities, opportunities, and performance metrics using CRM and other systems.* Maintain accurate documentation and follow up consistently on relationship and business development opportunities.* Collaborate with internal teams to provide an exceptional experience for workplace partners and members.## Travel & ScheduleThis is a regional, relationship-focused position requiring regular travel throughout the assigned territory. The role may include occasional evening and weekend hours for workplace, community, networking, and Credit Union events.## Why Join 7 17 Credit Union?At 7 17, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping individuals and businesses connect with financial solutions while building strong relationships throughout the communities we serve.This is more than a traditional sales role — you'll be a visible representative of 7 17 and a strategic partner to the businesses and organizations we serve.If you're a relationship-driven professional who enjoys business development, community involvement, and creating opportunities for growth, we'd love to hear from you!Apply today and join the 7 17 Credit Union team.## Qualifications## What We’re Looking ForRequired:* High school diploma or equivalent.* At least 5 years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.* Experience in business development, sales, relationship management, account management, or a related field.* Strong relationship-building and communication skills.* Ability to manage multiple relationships, priorities, and projects in a fast-paced environment.* Strong initiative and a competitive, results-oriented mindset.* Creativity and the ability to develop innovative ideas and solutions.* Proficiency with CRM software.* Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.* Ability to travel regionally.* Availability to work occasional weekends and attend Credit Union and community events as needed.Preferred:* Bachelor's degree in business or a related field.*Equivalent combinations of education, experience, and training may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree.*## The Ideal CandidateYou may be a great fit for this position if you are someone who:* Naturally builds relationships and enjoys meeting new people.* Is comfortable representing an organization in front of businesses, employees, and community groups.* Can confidently lead presentations and conversations.* Enjoys both relationship management and business development.* Is motivated by goals and measurable results.* Thinks creatively and looks for new ways to generate business.* Is organized and able to manage a large portfolio of relationships without losing sight of the details.* Is comfortable working independently while collaborating with a team.* Enjoys being active in the community and building connections beyond the office.* Brings professionalism, enthusiasm, initiative, and a genuine customer-service mindset. #J-18808-Ljbffr 7 17 Credit Union