Director, Client Partnership - Public Affairs & Corporate Communications (All U.S. Offices)

Global Prairie; Maryland; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

ESOP retirement plan

401k matching

Health & Wellness stipend

Job summary

Global Prairie in the United States seeks a highly motivated communications leader to plan, manage and execute integrated campaigns spanning strategic communications, public affairs, media relations and brand reputation.

You will mentor teams, advise on stakeholder dynamics, and drive new business opportunities while collaborating with digital, creative and research groups. Our firm emphasizes purpose-driven marketing and employee ownership.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in communications or related roles.
• Proven success in planning and executing complex campaigns.
• Experience building relationships with media at local, regional and national levels.
• Experience in the data or tech industries preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level counsel on communications strategy, stakeholder dynamics, risk mitigation, and public affairs opportunities.
• Lead day-to-day client communications and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Oversee cross-functional campaign planning and execution.
• Mentor junior team members and manage budgets.

Skills

Strategic comms

Public affairs

Media relations

Brand management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Policy analysis

Job description

We’re seeking a highly motivated professional who has proven success in leading, planning, developing and implementing integrated communications campaigns, with a specific expertise in strategic communications, public affairs, issues management, media relations, and brand reputation management. Candidates should be self-starters ready to provide analysis, recommendations and leadership, while also planning and executing work along with internal and client teams. Experience with the tech sector and data infrastructure is preferred but not required.

WHAT WE’D LIKE TO SEE

Global Prairie was built on purpose to help organizations deliver on theirs. Inspired by the belief that business should be a force for good in the world, Global Prairie re-invented the typical marketing agency model, embedding purpose into our business from day one. We operate at the intersection of marketing strategy, creativity and technology, delivering deep, innovative thinking – quickly. Because we don’t operate as a traditional agency in terms of process, structure or output, we look for team members with an entrepreneurial spirit who embrace innovation and are comfortable working with best-in-class leaders.

Everyone at Global Prairie shares the following characteristics:

• Resilient
• Flexible
• Curious
• Community-minded and philanthropic

Strong candidates for this specific role will demonstrate:

• Strong communication and writing skills
• Innovative thinking and creative problem solving
• Ability to effectively manage projects from kickoff to completion, and oversee cross-functional teams
• Expertise in both digital and traditional media
• Discipline and self-starting drive
• Growth-mindedness
• Calm under pressure

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Working with cross functional teams across all of our Global Prairie offices, this individual will be responsible for a variety of tasks, such as:

Client Management

• Providing senior-level counsel to clients and internal teams on communications strategy, stakeholder dynamics, risk mitigation, and public affairs opportunities
• Serving as a trusted main point of contact for our clients, leading day-to-day communication and deliverables
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients
• Developing and maintaining strong understanding of the macro industry with which a client account is associated for the benefit of offering best in class strategic consultation

Campaign Planning

• Leading the development of integrated, multi-channel communications and public affairs strategies that align business objectives with policy, reputational, and stakeholder priorities
• Anticipating, monitoring, and analyzing policy, regulatory, political, and media landscapes to proactively guide client strategy and decision-making
• Planning in advance and real time reaction to public affairs client challenges; and coordinating with a cross section of Global Prairie teams to integrate across broader deliverables
• Translating complex legislative, regulatory, and policy issues into clear, compelling narratives and messaging for policymakers, stakeholders, media, and public audiences
• Utilizing and nurturing relationships with media, influencers, policymakers, and key stakeholders to advance specific project goals
• Managing multiple workstreams simultaneously while ensuring strategic alignment and high-quality execution across deliverables
• Overseeing the creation of high-quality, client-ready deliverables, including messaging frameworks, talking points, briefing materials, executive communications, media materials, and campaign plans

Leadership and Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Driving cross-functional collaboration with digital, creative, paid media, research, and earned media teams to deliver cohesive, insight-driven campaigns
• Leading project deliverables from project kick off to completion as part of a high functioning multidisciplinary team
• Managing timelines and budgets in partnership with project management team
• Overseeing client billing in partnership with finance team
• Mentoring and providing direction to junior team members, including reviewing work, offering feedback, and supporting professional growth
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism

New Business and Organic Growth

• Identifying and driving growth opportunities for Global Prairie
• Leading and contributing to new business and organic growth efforts, including opportunity identification, strategic concepting, proposal development, and pitch leadership
• Identifying opportunities to expand client engagements through emerging policy issues, reputational needs, and stakeholder dynamics

Additionally, the ideal candidate must meet these qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in communications, public affairs, journalism, digital marketing, consulting, or similar positions
• Demonstrated success in planning, managing and executing complex communications campaigns
• Experience building relationships and securing favorable brand coverage with media publications at the local, regional and national level
• Experience in the data and tech industries, preferred but not required
• Effective communication skills – long form written, informal spoken, and formal presentation style

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The final agreed upon compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including but not limited to: candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experiences and may fall outside the range shown. As a 'Best for the World' Benefit Corporation and Employee-Owned organization, Global Prairie offers a best-in-class total rewards package, which includes healthcare coverage, ESOP retirement plan, 401k matching, Health & Wellness stipends and a broad range of other benefits.

• Expected compensation range: $110,000-$160,000

***Important Note: Global Prairie's People & Operations (talent management) team is based in our Kansas City, MO office, which is why you see Kansas City listed as the location for this posting. However, please be sure to indicate your office location preference when completing the application.

WHAT GLOBAL PRAIRIE OFFERS

We are a purpose-driven global marketing firm founded on the belief that business should be a force for good in the world.

Driving measurable, impactful results for organizations committed to making the world a better place is not simply the work Global Prairie does for its clients — it is the bedrock principle on which the company is built. As a Public Benefit Corporation, a top 1% certified B Corporation (B-Corp), and a 100% employee-owned company, we meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability and transparency.

We are a team of smart, driven individuals who partner with our clients to create positive change.

Our shared commitment to making the world a better place unites us. In addition, we recognize and celebrate our individual strengths and contributions.

Our culture is best-in-class.

With generous, industry-leading benefits, supportive and progressive employee programs, collaborative office environments, and top percentile compensation packages, the culture at Global Prairie is unparalleled. And, due to our proud status as a 100% employee-owned company, each member of the Global Prairie team stands to personally benefit from Global Prairie’s success.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK CONDITIONS

The physical activity required of this position includes standing, walking, lifting, pulling, pushing, kneeling, reaching, stooping, talking, hearing and use of repetitive motion. Light work is required of this position, occasionally lifting or moving objects between 10-20 pounds. The visual acuity of this position requires the ability to operate a motor vehicle. This position will not be substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Creativity, great ideas and lasting impact come from diverse teams. Global Prairie is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.