Senior Director, Account Management (Olympics and Paralympics)

AXS connects fans with the artists and teams they love. Each year we sell millions of tickets to thousands of incredible events – from concerts and festivals to sports and theater – at some of the most iconic venues in the world. Since our founding in 2011, we’ve consistently pushed the industry forward and improved experiences for fans, making it easier than ever to discover events, find the perfect seats, and enjoy unforgettable live entertainment, and we continue to lead the evolution of our industry today.

We’re passionate about improving the fan experience and providing game-changing solutions for our clients, and we’re always looking for smart, motivated people to help make it happen. Bring your enthusiasm, your big ideas, and your desire to team up with some of the best and brightest in technology and entertainment.  

The Role

AXS is hiring a Senior Director, Account Management in Los Angeles, CA, where they will play a key strategic leadership role in driving the success of the Olympic division. This pivotal position involves ensuring the delivery of high-level service to AXS clients, partners, contractors, and suppliers for LA28. The Senior Director plays a key role in driving revenue growth, managing client deliverables on schedule, and identifying opportunities for business expansion within their business unit. In addition to strategic responsibilities, the Senior Director is dedicated to maintaining strong relationships across all clients, partners, contractors, and suppliers in their business unit. By fostering collaboration and ensuring client satisfaction, the Senior Director actively contributes to the organization's overall success and growth.

What Will You Do?

 • Provide leadership to the Olympic division staff focusing on corporate and client goals.

• Work with the Head of Olympics on setting and clearly communicating goals and expectations for the Olympic division team.

• Collaborate with LA28 and AXS internal departments to oversee service that will meet the business needs of the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

• Provide reports to the Head of Olympics and other members of the leadership team that include client milestones and activities. • Review account metrics and forecast to develop an annual budget. • Provide on-site support for on-sale and events.

• Manage business terms laid out in client and partner contracts.

• Work collaboratively with Head of Olympics to develop knowledge, products, services and tools to further the mission and purposes of LA28.

• Drive business development initiatives, projects and plans that advance competitive edge positioning for AXS products and services.

• Oversee and direct client expectations of product deliverables, timelines, and features.

• Maintain knowledge of technology and product trends, relevant new technologies, and competitive technology strategies within and outside the industry.

• Collaborate on any other relevant duties or requests from the Head of Olympics and other members of the leadership team.

• Manage future positions in the Olympic Division.

What Will You Bring?

• BA/BS Degree (4-year) Business, Marketing or related

• 8+ years of Account Management or Industry Experience

• 4+ years of hands-on experience with multiple ticketing systems, showcasing technical proficiency in managing and optimizing ticketing processes

• 4+ years of experience leading teams or managing high profile clients

Bonus points if You Have

• Olympic and Paralympic experience

Note: The duration of this role is through the conclusion of the LA28 Olympics.

Pay Scale: $106,685- $145,000

Bonus: This position is eligible for a bonus under the current bonus plan requirements.

Benefits: Full-time: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, company paid basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, parental leave, 401k Plan (with a current employer match of 3%), flexible spending and health savings account options, and wellness offerings.

*Employer does not offer work visa sponsorship for this position

What’s in it for You?

• Extraordinary People – we’re not kidding!
• Meaningful Mission– Helping revolutionize an industry and deliver better experiences for fans and clients around the world.
• Development and Learning – Opportunities for learning and leveling up through training and education reimbursement.
• Community & Belonging – A range of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that foster connection, inclusion, and professional growth. Access to meaningful volunteer opportunities and community engagement programs to make a positive impact beyond the workplace.

More about AXS

AXS, a subsidiary of AEG, sells millions of tickets each year for 1600+ premier venues, sports teams, and event organizers across North America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. Headquartered in Downtown Los Angeles, California, AXS employs more than 900 professionals in multiple locations worldwide. In each location you’ll find a team of dedicated, diverse employees (we’ve dubbed ourselves “Fanatix”) who create groundbreaking products and services in a fun, fast-paced environment. 

More about AEG

For more than 20 years, AEG has played a pivotal role in transforming sports and live entertainment. Annually, we host more than 160 million guests, promote more than 10,000 shows and present more than 22,000 events around the world. We are committed to innovation, artistry, and community, and leverage the power of our 300+ venues, leading sports franchises, marquee music brands, integrated entertainment districts, premier ticketing platform and global sponsorship activations, to create memorable moments that give the world reason to cheer.
Our business is interwoven with the human mind and heart, and we strive to build a diverse and inclusive company that reflects the artists, athletes, and fans that we host; reach beyond traditional boundaries to support the communities in which we operate; and minimize our impact on the environment by adopting sustainable practices throughout our business operations.

We are dedicated to a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but can't "check every box" in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles.

We’re an equal opportunity employer and never discriminate based on gender, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 

AEG reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship.  AEG may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description.

AEG's policy is to hire the most qualified applicants, and we comply with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws in making hiring and employee decisions.  We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, marital status, disability, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status recognized by applicable federal, state or local law.