Client Solutions Associate
Observer Media, home to the iconic brands Commercial Observer and Observer, is looking for a creative, organized and solutions-oriented Client Solutions Associate. Commercial Observer is the premier media platform connecting and informing real estate executives across the U.S. Our team works with the most influential real estate leaders financing, developing and marketing the country’s most important markets.
As a Client Solutions Associate, you’ll play a critical role in bringing Commercial Observer’s partnerships to life, working closely with our sales, events, marketing and editorial teams, to package and market our platform’s highly effective solutions to our clients.
The Client Solutions Associate reports directly to the Director of Client Marketing and serves as a hands-on partner to the Commercial Observer sales and client marketing team. The primary purpose of this position is to support sales enablement, product and commercial development, client engagement, strategic partnerships, and sales operations, while taking direct ownership of inbound lead management, post-sale partnership support and execution, and the creation and upkeep of sales materials. This is a high-visibility, execution-focused role ideal for an organized, detail-oriented professional eager to grow within a commercially driven B2B media and events environment serving the real estate industry.
Primary Responsibilities
Client Marketing Support
Produce, update, and maintain sales enablement materials (pitch decks, one-sheets, proposals and case studies) tailoring to specific client industries and objectives
Support product and commercial business development efforts, including market research, competitive analysis, and the rollout of new sponsorship packages and advertising products
Assist in the execution of strategic email campaigns and segmented client communications
Track and report on email campaign performance, including reactivation of dormant accounts and revenue impact
Inbound Lead Management
Serve as the first point of contact for all inbound sales leads, ensuring timely acknowledgment, qualification, and routing
Track, log, and maintain lead records in the CRM, keeping data accurate, complete, and up to date
Qualify incoming inquiries against established criteria and escalate high-value or time-sensitive opportunities to the Director of Client Marketing
Partnerships Support
Partner with the Director of Client Marketing to manage the barter partnership lifecycle with industry associations and strategic partners, from onboarding through renewal
Coordinate fulfillment of partnership deliverables across event sponsorship, social, custom content, print, and digital channels
Maintain partnership trackers, timelines, and documentation to ensure commitments are met on schedule
Act as a reliable day-to-day liaison for partners on routine requests
Sales Support
Source and research new leads to feed the pipeline as needed
Assist with CRM hygiene, data enrichment, and routine administrative duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
BS/MS degree, or equivalent experience
1-3 years of experience in sales support, marketing, account coordination, or a related field
Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and presentation software (PowerPoint or Google Slides)
Proficiency in Salesforce or another CRM platform
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
A proactive, service-oriented mindset and willingness to take direction and iterate
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in B2B media, events, advertising, and the commercial real estate industry
Exposure to sales enablement, marketing operations, or partnership coordination
Working knowledge of design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite)
Key Skills
Organization, follow-through, and reliability
Clear, professional communication and strong customer service
Attention to detail and quality
Eagerness to learn and grow under mentorship
Adaptability and comfort with a fast-paced, evolving environment
Compensation Range - $60K - $80K per year
How to apply:
Please submit a resume and optional cover letter in an email to hiring@observermedia.com with “Your Full Name + Client Solutions Associate” in the subject line.