About Otter Public Relations:
Otter Public Relations is an award-winning, industry-leading PR agency ranked the #1 PR firm on Clutch and G2. We've been named:
- 3x Inc. winner for fastest-growing companies in America
- 2x Gator100 winner for top-growing businesses led by University of Florida alumni
- Tampa Bay Business Journal Fast 50 – one of the fastest-growing companies in Tampa
- Featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, USA Today, and Business Insider
We're known for delivering real results and high-impact media coverage to our clients. But just as importantly, we're known for our culture of performance, excellence, and winning. Otter is a place for top-tier talent that wants to be challenged, grow fast, and win big.
About the Role:
We're seeking an elite Account Executive to join our high-performing sales team and close high-value PR contracts ranging from $50K-$200K+ annually. You'll be working qualified, warm leads from our world-class marketing engine and internal SDR team.
This is a career-defining opportunity for a proven closer who wants to earn $250K-$400K+ while working with C-suite executives, venture-backed startups, and industry leaders who need PR to scale their businesses.
If you're a quota-crushing sales professional who thrives on consultative selling and wants to work for the fastest-growing PR agency in America , this role is for you.
What You'll Do:
- Close high-ticket PR contracts ($4K-$20K+ monthly retainers)
- Conduct discovery calls, product demos, and closing conversations with qualified prospects
- Build relationships with C-level executives, founders, and marketing leaders
- Master our proven sales framework and consistently hit/exceed monthly quotas
- Manage deals through the entire sales cycle from first call to signed contract
- Partner with our world-class PR teams to ensure seamless client onboarding
- Represent Otter PR at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities
- Mentor junior sales team members and contribute to sales process optimization
- B uild long-term relationships that drive referrals and upsells
What We're Looking For:
Non-Negotiable Requirements:
- 5+ years of B2B sales experience with consistent quota achievement
- Proven track record closing $100K+ deals (annual contract value)
- 2+ years in consultative/solution selling (marketing services, SaaS, or professional services preferred)
- Demonstrated success with $200K+ OTE roles and quota overachievement
- C-suite relationship building experience and executive presence
- CRM mastery (Salesforce, HubSpot, GoHighLevel) with clean pipeline management
What Makes You Elite:
- Hunter mentality with the ability to expand existing accounts
- Consultative selling approach — you diagnose problems before prescribing solutions
- Objection handling expertise and advanced closing techniques
- Industry knowledge in PR, marketing, communications, or related fields
- Coachable attitude with a commitment to continuous improvement
- Competitive drive and resilience in a fast-paced environment
- Professional presentation skills and executive-level communication
Bonus Points:
- Agency or professional services sales background
- Marketing/PR industry experience or client relationships
- Series A-C startup or enterprise sales experience
- Track record of 120%+ quota achievement
Compensation & Earning Potential:
Total Compensation: $150K–$400K+ OTEDrawdown
- Structure: Higher base draw in month 1, tapering down over 3 months
- Commission: 5%–25% uncapped, based on service and deal terms
- Bonuses: Monthly/quarterly spiffs and performance incentives
Realistic Earnings Scenarios:
- At Plan: $150K total compensation
- Strong Performer: $250K+ total compensation
- Top Performer: $400K+ total compensation
Benefits & Perks:
- In-office preferred (St. Petersburg HQ) with flexible hybrid options for top performers
- Unlimited PTO with minimum
- Premium health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401k with 4% company match + access to financial advisor
- Gym membership reimbursement or Calm subscription
Why Otter PR?
Industry Leadership:
- Work for the \ #1 ranked PR agency in the fastest-growing industry
- Proven demand — we turn away business due to capacity constraints
- Premium positioning — we charge more because we deliver more
- Blue-chip client base — work with household names and unicorn startups
Sales Advantage:
- World-class lead generation — 300+ qualified leads monthly
- Proven sales process with industry-leading close rates
- Top-tier sales tools and technology stack
- Supportive culture where top performers are celebrated
Company Culture:
- Performance-driven environment where results are rewarded
- Fast-growing company with unlimited advancement opportunities
- Entrepreneurial spirit — your ideas and initiatives matter
- Work-life integration — we work hard and celebrate harder
- Team of A-players — you'll be surrounded by top 1% talent
Ready to Join the Elite?
This isn't just a sales job — it's a career-defining opportunity to join the fastest-growing PR agency in America and earn life-changing money while working with industry leaders.
If you're ready to win big, we're ready to help you get there.