Senior Account Manager
About The Position
Chernoff Newman is an integrated communications agency with offices in Charlotte, Columbia, Charleston, and Orlando. We serve clients across the country, with a focus in the Southeast. We specialize in the retail, government, healthcare, education and workforce development, food and beverage and financial sectors, among others. Chernoff Newman is 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 the Florida market, who is eager to manage high-level client engagements.
Requirements
- 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
- Proven experience managing multiple accounts successfully
- Entrepreneurial mindset; eager to grow the firm in new areas
Responsibilities
- 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, including state agencies, policymakers, the business community, industry leaders (i.e., higher education, healthcare, agriculture, workforce development), media contacts, and advocacy groups to expand the firm’s influence and network
- Pursue expert-level knowledge of the service offerings Chernoff Newman provides and be able to discuss solutions to clients’ challenges
- Stay informed on policy trends, industry shifts, and emerging issues to proactively advise clients
Benefits
- Group Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- 401k Matching Plan
- Flexible PTO + Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Training + development opportunities
- Life insurance (100% company paid)
- Short-Term + Long-Term Disability (100% company paid)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
