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DMA - DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc.

Associate, Practice Development

DMA - DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio, us, 44101

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DMA - DuCharme, McMillen & Associates, Inc.

Location: Cleveland, OH

Salary: $40,000.00 – $50,000.00

Employment type: Full-time | Seniority level: Entry level

Benefits

2025 Great Places to Work Certified

Employee stock ownership program eligibility begins on day one of employment (ESOP contribution targeted at 6% of annual compensation)

Company‑paid parental leave

Generous time‑off package

Multiple benefit plans, eligibility begins on day one of employment

Culturally focused on work/life balance, mental health, and overall wellness of employees

Position Summary The Associate Practice Development will partner with the business development team to schedule prospective client meetings, create a positive first impression of DMA, and drive new clients to DMA by identifying and understanding prospective clients’ needs and matching them to the applicable DMA services and solutions. This role works with the national business development team, marketing, and other DMA business leaders to manage and grow opportunities within a designated market/region to achieve sales objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Partner closely with practice development leaders to identify the best strategies to develop and execute opportunities to meet virtually or in person with prospective clients

Understand DMA’s business initiatives and serve as the internal champion for such initiatives

Thoroughly understand prospective clients’ needs; identify and suggest DMA services/solutions to meet those needs

Develop and maintain prospective client relationships in a designated territory

Anticipate and prepare/deliver compelling responses to prospective client objections

Build and maintain a network of sources from which to identify new sales leads; proactively target large and mid‑market companies via outbound calls, emails, and social media to secure virtual and in‑person business meetings

Research and understand various lines of DMA business and develop relationships with key DMA personnel with assistance from business development and marketing teams

Maintain activity levels to ensure satisfaction of monthly goals

Education and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required

Long‑term interest in client‑facing business development career

Self‑motivated to consistently meet established goals

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Persuasive communication and persistent follow‑up skills

Strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail

Advanced Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Teams experience; beginner Microsoft Excel experience

Strong listening and negotiation skills

Must be able to travel (approximately 5–10%)

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position does not qualify for employment‑based sponsorship.

Equal Employment Opportunity The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to its applicants and employees. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other category covered by applicable federal, state, or local law. This equal employment opportunity policy applies to all employment policies, procedures, and practices, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, compensation, training, benefits, work assignments, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

It is DMA's policy to make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please contact our Human Resources team at HRDepartment@dmainc.com or 800‑309‑2110 and choosing selection 6.

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