Senior Account Executive

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Chernoff Newman is an integrated communications agency with offices in Charlotte, Columbia, Charleston, and Orlando. We serve clients across the country, focusing on Florida and other regions. We specialize in retail, government, healthcare, education and workforce development, food and beverage, and financial sectors, among others. We are seeking a Senior Account Executive to lead client relationships, drive account growth, and develop new business opportunities for the agency.

The ideal candidate is someone with strong connections in Florida, eager to manage high‑level client engagements, and ready to build the team that will lead the firm’s southern frontier.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring exceptional service, strategic guidance, and results‑driven execution.
• Identify opportunities to grow existing accounts and lead new business development efforts.
• Drive efforts to secure new clients, including developing proposals, pitch presentations, and networking.
• Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders in Florida: state agencies, policymakers, the business community, industry leaders (higher education, healthcare, agriculture, workforce development), media contacts, and advocacy groups.
• Pursue expert‑level knowledge of Chernoff Newman's service offerings and be able to discuss solutions to clients’ challenges.
• Stay informed on policy trends, industry shifts, and emerging issues to proactively advise clients.
• Expand the Florida‑based team professionals as new clients are acquired.

• 10+ years of experience in a business development role; background in communications, marketing, public relations, government, or public service is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in public affairs, communications, marketing, or a related field.
• Strong ability to build networks and forge new relationships.
• Conscientious of details; follows up with clients and prospects in a timely manner.
• Understanding of the business and political landscape of Florida, particularly the greater Orlando area, is preferred.
• Proven experience managing multiple accounts successfully.
• Entrepreneurial mindset; eager to grow the firm in new areas.

• Group Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401k Matching Plan
• Flexible PTO + Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training + development opportunities
• Life insurance (tk company paid)
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability (100% company paid)

Enduring
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We are long‑time trusted advisors and leaders in the communities where we live and work.

Intentional
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We bloco rootched in research, strategy‑led, purposeful and deliberate.

Humancentric
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We are committed to collaboration, respect and empathy and instill integrity, warmth and kindness in everything we do.

Inclusive
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We insist on diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skill sets and are committed to a workforce reflective of our community and culture.

Curious
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We seek to address issues through innovative, disruptive and creative ideas.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Sales and Business Development

Marketing Services

Location:

Orlando, FL