Portfolio Strategy VP — Growth & Performance Leader

Konnect Agency; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Konnect Agency is seeking a Vice President to own portfolio strategy, drive client performance, and manage multi-account teams with accountability for budget and growth. You will shape the agency's outlook, lead senior client relationships, and report to the CEO/President.

The role requires senior leadership experience in PR, a proven ability to manage and develop managers, and strong skills in digital and paid media. Hybrid work is required, with in-office days three per week.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of PR experience with agency leadership experience and consumer category expertise.
• BA in Mass Communications, Public Relations, or related field.
• Experience managing and developing managers, not just individual contributors.
• Ability to develop strategic communications plans and own KPI deliverables across a diverse portfolio of 7-9+ accounts with <10% client attrition year/year.
• Strong fluency in digital capabilities including social media, influencer marketing, and paid media.
• Demonstrated budget ownership, scope building, and new business development experience.
• Hybrid availability three days per week in office.

Responsibilities

• Own final accountability for client-facing strategy and deliverables across your portfolio, with Directors managing execution day-to-day.
• Set strategic direction for your portfolio at least six to twelve months ahead, briefing Directors and Account Leaders so execution stays ahead of client need.
• Ensure KPIs across your full portfolio are met at 100% or above every quarter, with clear visibility into performance on every account underneath you.
• Serve as the senior point of escalation and counsel for your most complex or highest-value client relationships.
• Provide direct oversight, coaching, and performance management for the Directors and Account Leaders on your team, including regular one-on-ones and structured development plans.
• Own budget management across your portfolio: staffing plans, scope, and profitability in partnership with the CEO/President.
• Track hours and deliverable accountability across your portfolio monthly, identifying scope creep and resourcing gaps before they become client-facing problems.
• Identify and close upsell opportunities across your portfolio.
• Lead or co-lead new business developments, RFPs, or pitches, with direct accountability for pitch strategy and presentation development.
• Attend industry events, shows, or conferences as an agency representative and thought leader.
• Report directly to the CEO/President on portfolio health, team performance, and growth opportunities.

Skills

PR leadership

Portfolio management

Budget ownership

Strategic communications

Team development

New business development

Hybrid availability

Education

BA in Mass Communications

Job description

Konnect Agency is seeking a Vice President to own portfolio strategy, drive client performance, and manage multi-account teams with accountability for budget and growth. You will shape the agency's outlook, lead senior client relationships, and report to the CEO/President.

The role requires senior leadership experience in PR, a proven ability to manage and develop managers, and strong skills in digital and paid media. Hybrid work is required, with in-office days three per week.