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Director, Client Partnerships (Advocacy & Public Affairs)

Axios

Washington, DC · Management

$95,000 – $105,000

Listed on Axios’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.

What this role is

Axios seeks a Director to build revenue through partnerships with advocacy organizations and nonprofits, representing the company as a brand ambassador and driving new business development in the DC-based advocacy sector. This role combines business development with relationship management for someone with sales experience and deep connections in Washington's policy community.

Our summary, not Axios’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

What they ask for

Required

  • 7+ years in sales, media, or agencies
  • Established relationships with advocacy organizations and key agencies
  • Understanding of Washington DC advocacy landscape and stakeholders
  • Outbound sales environment experience
  • Digital media and online marketing technology knowledge
  • Collaborative across teams and departments
  • Willingness to travel and attend industry events
  • Track record of hitting sales targets and quotas

Nice to have

  • Growth mindset and appetite for continuous learning
  • Comfort managing both outbound strategy and inbound lead nurturing
  • Passion for Axios' mission
  • Entrepreneurial spirit

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