Senior Account Executive - Public Relations (High-Ticket B2B Sales)

Otter PR

$150K — $400K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of B2B sales experience with a strong record of quota achievement.
  • Proven success in closing high-value deals ($100K+ annual contract value).
  • 2+ years in consultative or solution selling, preferably in marketing services or SaaS.
  • Demonstrated track record of exceeding $200K+ OTE targets.
  • Experience building relationships with C-suite executives and exhibiting executive presence.
  • Proficient in CRM systems like Salesforce, HubSpot, or GoHighLevel for managing sales pipeline.

Responsibilities

  • Close high-ticket PR contracts with monthly retainers of $4K-$20K+.
  • Conduct discovery calls, product demos, and closing discussions with qualified leads.
  • Establish and nurture relationships with C-level executives and industry leaders.
  • Utilize a proven sales framework to consistently exceed monthly sales quotas.
  • Manage client deals from initial call to contract signing with thorough CRM discipline.
  • Ensure seamless handoff of closed clients to PR delivery teams for execution.

Benefits

  • Flexible work arrangements with options for in-office, hybrid, or remote.
  • Unlimited PTO with a minimum of 2 weeks required.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with a 4% company match and access to financial advice.
  • Reimbursement for gym memberships or subscriptions to Calm.
Full Job Description
Senior Account Executive - Public Relations (High-Ticket B2B Sales)
About the Role

We're hiring an elite Account Executive to close high-ticket PR contracts ranging from $50K-$200K+ annually. You'll work exclusively warm, qualified leads - 300+ delivered monthly by our marketing engine and internal SDR team. No cold prospecting. No internal politics. Just closing.

This is a career-defining seat for a proven closer who wants to earn $250K-$400K+ selling consultative PR solutions to C-suite executives, venture-backed founders, and industry leaders.
What You'll Do
  • Close high-ticket PR contracts ($4K-$20K+ monthly retainers)
  • Run discovery calls, demos, and closing conversations with qualified prospects
  • Build relationships with C-level executives, founders, and marketing leaders
  • Master our proven sales framework and consistently exceed monthly quota
  • Manage deals from first call to signed contract with clean CRM discipline
  • Hand off closed clients seamlessly to our world-class PR delivery teams
Non-Negotiable Requirements
  • 5+ years 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 at $200K+ OTE roles with documented quota overachievement
  • C-suite relationship building experience and executive presence
  • CRM mastery (Salesforce, HubSpot, or GoHighLevel) with clean pipeline management
What Makes You Elite
  • Consultative selling - you diagnose before you prescribe
  • Advanced objection handling and closing technique
  • Coachable, competitive, and resilient under pressure
  • Executive-level communication and presentation skills
Bonus Points
  • Agency or professional services sales background
  • PR, marketing, or communications industry experience
  • Series A-C startup or enterprise sales background
  • Track record of 120%+ quota achievement
Compensation
  • Total OTE: $150K-$400K+ uncapped
  • Base draw: Higher draw in month 1, tapering over 3 months as commissions ramp
  • Commission: 5%-25% uncapped, tiered by service line and deal terms
  • Bonuses: Monthly and quarterly performance spiffs
  • Ramp expectation: 60-90 days to full productivity

Realistic Earning Scenarios
  • At plan: $150K
  • Strong performer: $250K+
  • Top performer: $400K+
Benefits
  • In-office (St. Petersburg or Orlando, FL), hybrid, or fully remote
  • Unlimited PTO with 2-week minimum
  • Premium health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) with 4% company match + access to a financial advisor
  • Gym reimbursement or Calm subscription
Ready to Close?

This is a closer's seat - warm leads, premium product, uncapped upside. If you're a quota-crusher who wants life-changing comp without the cold-call grind, apply now.

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