Account Manager

High Standards. Real Responsibility. A Clear Path To Account Manager.At HSP Direct, we don't hire for availability—we hire for impact.Our mission is clear: elect conservative leaders and advance causes that defend freedom. We execute that mission by building best-in-class, high-performance fundraising programs for political and nonprofit organizations nationwide.You do not need years of experience to start here. You do need the drive, judgment, curiosity, and work ethic to earn responsibility quickly.The OpportunityWe are looking for an Account Management Assistant—an early-career professional ready to learn how high-performing client programs are built, managed, and grown. This role is designed for a graduating college senior or recent graduate who wants more than an entry-level job: you want a career path, meaningful responsibility, and the chance to learn directly from experienced leaders.You will begin by managing lower-complexity accounts while supporting Senior Account Managers and the President on larger, more strategic client relationships. As you demonstrate strong judgment, ownership, and results, you will take on increasing responsibility with the goal of growing into an Account Manager role within approximately 1–2 years.What You'll DoOwn developing client relationships Manage accounts with guidance, building the habits required to become a trusted client partner.Support senior leaders on key accounts Work closely with Senior Account Managers and the President to prepare materials, coordinate priorities, follow through on action items, and help keep complex client programs moving.Learn strategy by doing the work Develop an understanding of direct-response fundraising, client objectives, audience strategy, creative development, data, production, and performance analysis.Coordinate across high-performing teams Partner with creative, data, production, and other internal teams to keep projects accurate, on time, and aligned with client goals.Use data to improve performance Learn to read results, identify trends, ask the right questions, and translate performance into smarter next steps.Build toward greater ownership Take on more complex assignments and client responsibility as your skills, judgment, and track record grow.Who This Is ForThis role is built for someone early in their career who:Wants to build a career in account management, fundraising, marketing, politics, or mission-driven workLearns quickly and actively seeks feedbackCommunicates clearly, professionally, and with confidenceIs highly organized and follows through without being chasedTakes ownership of details while keeping the larger objective in mindIs comfortable in a fast-moving environment where expectations are highIs competitive, resilient, and motivated by measurable resultsWants responsibility to increase based on performance—not simply tenureWhat Sets This Role ApartA real development path This role is intentionally structured to prepare a high performer to become an Account Manager in approximately 1–2 years.Direct exposure to experienced leaders You will learn alongside Senior Account Managers and the President, including on important client work.Meaningful responsibility from the start You will not spend your first year watching from the sidelines. You will own work, support clients, and be accountable for execution.Performance creates opportunity As you prove you can handle more, you will be given more. Growth is earned through judgment, initiative, reliability, and results.QualificationsPassion for conservative politics and advancing mission-driven workBachelor's degree completed or expected by the start dateNo prior full-time professional experience requiredStrong written and verbal communication skills and exhibits executive presenceStrong analytical instincts and comfort working with numbers and dataExcellent organization, attention to detail, and follow-throughHigh level of personal accountability, professionalism, and initiative Internships, campus leadership, volunteer work, political involvement, fundraising, marketing, or other relevant experience are valued—but not requiredLogisticsFull-time, in-office roleLocation: Ashburn, VARemote work is not availableFinal ThoughtYou do not need to arrive as an Account Manager. You need to arrive ready to become one. If you are looking for a comfortable first job, this probably is not it. If you are looking for high standards, strong mentorship, meaningful work, and the opportunity to earn significant responsibility early in your career—this could be the place to start.