ROLE: Account Executive
TEAM: Accounts
LOCATION: Toronto (Hybrid)
Contract Date: May 4 to Aug 28, 2026
Company OverviewSalt XC is an agency driven by the philosophy of Experiential Commerce™, our unique framework for designing better consumer experiences that earn attention and drive action. We take an integrated approach that connects a brand’s consumer online and offline experiences through data, media, and the memorable moments that drive brand transactions.
Role OverviewAccount Executives support the account management team by overseeing small to medium-sized programs and/or contributing as part of a larger team on large-scale programs.
Successful Account Executives are skilled communicators, nimble producers, and flexible, creative problem solvers who can lead onsite execution teams when required. You are organized, passionate about client relations, and focused on producing high-quality work.
ResponsibilitiesClient RelationshipsExecute with excellence on behalf of clients.
Support program execution, which may require in-field or office-based work depending on program needs.
Communicate with clients to understand their needs, relay information to the team, and execute accordingly.
Maintain an up-to-date understanding of client products and services.
Identify and share relevant industry trends.
Collect and analyze consumer data before and after programs.
Act as an extension of the client throughout planning, execution, and wrap-up.
Collaborate with your team to fulfill client needs.
Work closely with partners and suppliers to ensure they have the tools and information required.
Support the development of a team of executors when needed.
Train, lead, and manage Brand Ambassadors and/or Coordinators (program dependent).
Keep your manager updated regularly to ensure alignment and proper support.
Develop experience with Salt’s pricing model and client-specific budget tools.
Build small to medium-sized budgets.
Own components of large program budgets.
Reconcile budgets of all sizes and work closely with finance.
Manage purchases on behalf of the client and company, ensuring accurate and timely expense reconciliation.
Review small to medium budgets with clients and provide rationale with support from your manager.
Support business growth efforts to achieve objectives.
Identify challenges and propose process improvements.
Support internal teams and committees to contribute to culture and help test or implement new processes and policies.
Assist with ancillary projects that support the client or Salt.
2–5 years of marketing industry experience with client-facing program execution.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong adaptability and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to manage program budgets.
Excellent active listening and time management.
Ability to build rapport internally and externally.
Strong organizational skills.
Understanding of consumer behaviour and industry trends.
Proficiency with O365, social, and digital media.
Passion for marketing and partnerships.
Salt of the Earth – Humble, hardworking, honest, kind, fun to work with, and respectful.
Do What’s Right – No shortcuts; we do what is right, not simply what is easy.
Earn It – We roll up our sleeves, work hard, and earn respect, results, and praise.
Make Things Better – We leave things better than we found them and continuously seek improvement.
Seek Different Perspectives – We embrace difference for its impact on creativity, challenge, and growth.
Salt XC is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting and retaining the most qualified employees regardless of race, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, age, or disability.
The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is $50,000 - $68,000. Individual compensation within this range is determined based on job-related factors such as experience, skills, level of responsibility, internal equity, and business needs. This range represents the expected base salary for this role and does not include other elements of SALT total rewards program.
