Strategy Associate - Entry Level

Who we are

NexLP is a TechStars selected, VC-backed artificial intelligence startup that has real clients and solves actual problems. NexLP stands for Next Generation Language Processing because we leverage NLP technology like no one else in the industry.  Our AI platform, Story Engine, is used by top law firms and global corporations to find the stories in their massive data sets. Founded in 2013, NexLP is entering its next phase of growth and is seeking additions to our team who want to springboard their career and who have a passion for building out the future.

Mission

The junior strategy associate is a great entry-level sales opportunity to get a foot in the door. The individual in this role will have the opportunity to work closely with and, learn from, our sales team members while reaching out to prospective clients and handling all scheduling for the team. This is a great role for someone interested in a future in account management. 

Responsibilities

  • Develop appropriate strategic targeting for new leads / calls
  • Make outbound calls to prospects, targeting appropriate contacts for scheduling appointments
  • Follow-up on all assigned prospects
  • Takes inbound calls;  for example, return calls from prospects
  • Manage relationships with prospects to yield future appointments
  • Maintain detailed notes on each account/prospect
  • Schedule demos and ensure all decision-makers are in attendance
  • Conduct market research to determine market requirements for existing and future products
  • Meet weekly and monthly call targets
  • Meet monthly appointment targets

Competencies & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Someone who excels in this role will be:
    • A strong communicator; have the ability to communicate effectively with prospects and clients
    • A highly motivated self-starter
    • Customer-oriented
    • Organized, especially with time-management and scheduling

Benefits:
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • FSA/HSA
  • 401k
  • Flexible vacation policy
  • Parental leave policy
  • Casual work environment
  • Continuing education
  • Commuter benefits
  • Downtown Chicago office location with easy access to CTA and Metra

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