Account Executive, Marketing Partnerships

Salary Range: $55,800.00 To $76,800.00 Annually ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, MARKETING PARTNERSHIPS Be part of building a national brand. Headquartered in Toronto, the Canadian Olympic Committee (COC) is a national, private, not-for-profit organization committed to high-performance sports excellence. We are the largest private supporter of high-performance sport in Canada and we are responsible for all aspects of Canada’s involvement in the Olympic Movement, including the participation in the Olympic and Pan American Games. Reporting to the Manager, Marketing Partnerships, the Account Executive, Marketing Partnerships will lead a roster of Partner accounts and support as needed to deliver against their objectives. The Account Executive will provide the highest level of customer service, strategic integration of partnership activations and must enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. LOCATION This role will be located in one of the COC’s offices (in Montreal, QC, at 500 René-Lévesque Boulevard West; or in Toronto, ON at 250 Yonge St. Suite 3000). We offer a hybrid work model that allows for up to two days of remote work each week. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND PRIORITIES Sponsor Servicing Enhance sponsor value by working with a portfolio of partners and their agencies to develop and execute programs which leverage a Partner’s involvement with the Canadian Olympic Team to drive Partner and COC business objectives Assist in the development, execution and administration of sponsor programs for Premier National and National Partners that leverage their involvement with the Canadian Olympic Team Manage the approvals process for Partner marks usage and activation plans Liaise with the COC’s Sport, Marketing, and Education departments, as well as the Canadian Olympic Foundation, to ensure proper delivery of Partner benefits and to build activation programs tied to athlete, Games, fundraising and community related needs and objectives Work within the Marketing Partnerships team to establish a detailed service plan that supports and enhances Partner programs Work with the Commercial Affairs team to monitor and manage commercial rights infringements while working closely with Partners to ensure they have the tools to maximize their brand association rights Manage budgets for the assigned Partners Manage and support key projects and cross-functional tasks for the Marketing Partnerships team, which drive value for the Marketing Partners group as a collective Brand Marketing Help develop and strengthen the Canadian Olympic Team brand and sub-brands with Partners in the Canadian marketplace Work closely with the COC’s Brand Connections team to execute COC programs and events with Partner activations; specifically supporting communication on Partner sponsorship, recognition and internal event engagement Communications Keep sponsors informed of all COC and Olympic activities so that they can anticipate and schedule promotional activities accordingly Keep COC staff informed of all Partner Games-related activities Maintain sponsor contact reports to support the growth of COC and Olympic marketing knowledge Work closely with the Brand Connections and Communications teams to leverage Canadian Olympic Team online and social media opportunities for Partners Grow and maintain technical and professional proficiency of the sports marketing industry, as well as of Partners’, and prospective Partners’, industries Other duties, as assigned QUALIFICATIONS AND CRITICAL SKILLS Education and Experience Post-secondary degree or equivalent experience in Marketing, Sport Business, or a related field 2-4 years of proven marketing experience within sponsorship and/or sports marketing Skills and Abilities Event management experience an asset Understanding of core marketing concepts, activating sponsorships, and valuation Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment Passionate about sport from grassroots to high-performance An affinity for building strong relationships Best in class client service experience Self-starter, with the ability to work effectively within a team environment Strong verbal and written communications skills. Bilingualism (French, English) is an asset Computer skills – high level of proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc. Strong balance between attention to detail and the bigger picture Demonstrates and embodies the COC values of Accountability, Excellence, Fun, Respect and Bravery COMPENSATION The expected salary range for this role is $55,800 to $76,800 per year. The base pay within this range is based on a number of factors, including relevant experience, skills, qualifications, internal pay equity, and market benchmarks. As a purpose-led organization, we take a holistic approach to Total Rewards. Our offering is designed to enable employee wellbeing, recognize and reward performance, and support our long-term success. In addition to base pay, eligible employees have access to a wide range of benefits and perks including: Annual bonus program; Employee pension program with employer-matched contributions; Comprehensive health benefits and wellness spending account; Life and AD&D insurance coverage; Generous paid time off; Learning and development programs provided by world class institutions; and Hybrid work structure. Certain programs and benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and may be modified in accordance with organizational policies. This posting is for an existing vacancy. CONTACT Please submit your cover letter and resume through ADP by September 15, 2026 . The COC is committed to ensuring our recruitment and selection processes and work environment are inclusive and barrier-free. At the COC, we celebrate and welcome the diversity of all employees and believe that having a team of individuals with different backgrounds, views, experience, and capability working together makes us stronger and better as an organization. Accommodation is also available upon request for individuals taking part in all stages of our recruitment and selection processes. Please advise the recruiter to ensure your accessibility needs due to a disability are accommodated. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.