Public Relations Senior Vice President (B2B Technology)

Highwire PR; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public relations and digital marketing agency in Detroit seeks an experienced senior leader to oversee significant account revenue and guide strategic client relationships. This role demands expertise in communications, mentoring staff, and representing clients at industry events, providing an excellent opportunity within a supportive, hybrid work environment that values employee growth and innovation.

Benefits

Excellent vacation policy, including extended breaks

Monthly recognition programs and employee referral bonuses

Dog-friendly workplace culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in communications, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership capacity.
• Proven ability to build relationships with top-tier reporters and editors.
• Experience managing strategic communications and media relations programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee $1.5-2M in account revenue as senior strategic client counsel.
• Develop strategies for clients while working with top executives.
• Generate business revenue by offering strategic recommendations.

Skills

Relationship Building

Strategic Thinking

Writing and Editing

Creative Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field

Job description

Employer Industry: Public Relations and Digital Marketing Agency

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Competitive salary with merit-based bonuses and promotions
- Hybrid work model to suit your schedule and lifestyle
- Excellent vacation policy, including extended breaks for summer and winter holidays
- Supportive and nurturing work environment with numerous opportunities for learning and growth
- Monthly recognition programs and employee referral bonuses
- Dog-friendly workplace culture

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Oversee $1.5-2M in account revenue as the most senior strategic client counsel
- Develop coherent strategies for clients and projects while working with top executives
- Generate business revenue within existing clients by offering strategic recommendations
- Manage, mentor, and develop staff while promoting a culture of high performance
- Represent the employer and key clients at industry events and conferences to build networking opportunities

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field
- Minimum 15 years of experience in communications, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership capacity
- Proven ability to build relationships with top-tier reporters and editors
- Extensive writing and editing experience with print and online communications media
- Experience in managing comprehensive strategic communications and media relations programs

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Innovative thinker with a track record of translating strategic thinking into actionable plans
- Experience in social media influencer engagement and content campaigns
- Strong judgment and creative problem-solving skills
- Ability to set up measurement programs for ongoing ROI of communications activities
- Experience in building, managing, mentoring, and coaching a team of communication specialists

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