OEG Inc. delivers North America’s leading sports and entertainment experiences to connect our fans to their passions. Located in the heart of the ICE District, OEG owns the 5-time Stanley Cup Champion Edmonton Oilers, the WHL’s three-time Memorial Cup Champion Edmonton Oil Kings, and the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors. OEG operates Rogers Place, North America’s premier and most technologically advanced sports and entertainment venue. The 18,647 seat, $480 million arena is among the most technologically enabled sports facilities in North America as well as the first LEED Silver-certified NHL Facility in Canada.

ROLE SUMMARY

The Account Executive, Group Sales drives revenue primarily through the group sales of ticket packages for the Edmonton Oilers or Edmonton Oil Kings. This Account Executive will specialize in planning, selling and executing group sales initiatives and experiences for our fans.

WHO YOU ARE

You have a passion for sales.
You are a trusted team player always ready to collaborate and share.
You are eager to hunt and close new business opportunities.
You are customer-centric, both internal and external.
You enjoy working in a competitive and fun sales environment.
You are both logical and creative when it comes to problem-solving.
You are a lifelong learner and are eager to teach yourself, and others, new skills.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITES

Primarily responsible for Group Ticket Sales for OEG
Responsible for B2B Season Seat and Partial Plan sales during the spring selling season
Creates and builds relationships with new and existing group sales clients and prospects
Completes prospect communication via phone calls, emails and social selling techniques
Plans and executes group sales experiences
Participates in in-game visits
Responsible for upselling current clients

OTHER SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

You understand that the professional sports & entertainment industry often results in odd and unpredictable working hours (evenings, weekends, holidays, etc.).
Humility – The ability to work as a productive team member and strive to develop each day
Desire – The willingness to go above and beyond for clients, teammates and yourself. The will to win.
Self-Awareness – The ability to understand and appropriately react to the social dynamics of internal interactions and peer-to-peer relations.
Strong relationship building skills, including listening, presenting, written and communication skills

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma is an asset
Must have access to a vehicle and a motor vehicle license for Alberta (or ability to obtain one prior to employment).

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

100% Employer-paid Health Benefit Plans
RSP Matching Program
Flexibility & hybrid work model
Oilers, Oil Kings, and Live Entertainment ticket options
Healthcare and Lifestyle Spending Account Options
On-Site secured parking and/or transit allowance
On-Site gym
Beautiful office space located in Rogers Place – with easy access to the LRT
Dog-friendly office space with an on-site dog park
Social team culture + employee events

NEXT STEPS

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Those moving forward in the process will be contacted by a member of our team.

Experience

Preferred