Account Associate

Company Description

Who We Are

Burwood Group is not your average technology consulting firm. We are an innovative, culture-driven industry leader, that helps companies use and manage technology to transform business and improve outcomes. Founded in 1997, headquartered in Oak Brook, IL, we've grown to be a 200+ employee firm with team members spread from Southern California to North Carolina.

Burwood fosters an employee ownership culture that applauds both teamwork and personal growth. We’ve cultivated an incredible team of people who are dedicated to their craft and passionate about using their skills to impact the success of the company. Join our team and build a career as unique as you are.

Job Description

What You’ll Do

While the Account Associate is considered a “junior” sales representative, it is a critical sales role at Burwood. You will either support / partner with an Account Executive on an established book of business or will be an individual contributor responsible for growing an independent territory.

The Account Associate will lead Burwood to positive sales results and will represent Burwood in a positive light in all engagements. The Account Associate will develop sales skills and product and solution knowledge while in this role.

• New Business Development

• Account / Territory Planning

• Client Advocate and Customer Engagement

• Engage Strategic Partners

• Be Active in the Community

Qualifications

For consideration, you reside within the California region.

Who You Are

• You have 2-5 years sales experience
• Your colleagues would describe you as a top-notch communicator (verbal, written and interpersonal)
• You are results driven and goal oriented with a “can do” attitude when searching for a solution to a problem
• You are proactive and assertive while maintaining professionalism
• You are willing to travel and work outside of business hours
• You have the stamina to work in a fast-paced work environment
• You are a team player
• A plus if you have a bachelor’s degree
• You are extremely driven and tenacious, with a strong desire to grow and learn.
• You have a passion for business and technology.

The Tech Stuff

• A willingness to conduct independent learning: blogs, on-line trainings, industry periodicals
• Familiarity with infrastructure technologies
• General understanding of our Channel Partners

Additional Information

The PERKS

If you ask any of our employees here at Burwood “what we love”, the top answer is always the same: our culture. Our employees are driven, innovative, fun-loving, and always willing to help. In addition to that, Burwood also offers some fantastic benefits:

• Flexible work-from-home policy
• Generous vacation policy
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) savings plan, complete with a company match
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Mental wellness programs
• Flexible spending accounts for pre-tax healthcare and transit/parking expenses
• Learning opportunities in support of career development
• Access to financial planning expertise

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We are not intent on being the largest company; but rather, the best. These are the words we live by. This means we welcome all the best talent - regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, and age.

Being open to all cultural backgrounds, life experiences, thoughts and ideas not only strengthens company culture but also encourages different-in-kind thinking and promotes economic success.