Senior Vice President - Public Relations New York, New York Client Services

Inizio Evoke; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Vice President of Public Relations to lead strategic client partnerships and drive business development. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to shape the company's strategic direction while fostering an inclusive culture. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of communications experience, a proven track record in client relationship management, and exceptional leadership skills. Join a dynamic team committed to making health more human, where your contributions will significantly impact the health communications landscape. Embrace a flexible work environment with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible time off

Qualifications

• 12+ years' experience in communications or related field.
• Superb internal and external communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead client partnerships and manage strategic client relationships.
• Guide new business growth and drive recommendations for company growth.
• Provide feedback and foster a culture of collaboration.

Skills

Communications

Client Relationship Management

Business Development

Leadership

Teamwork

Budget Management

Strategic Planning

Public Relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, business or related health/science field

Job description

Senior Vice President - Public Relations

Client Services New York, New York

In the journey of life, your career should make a difference.

At Inizio Evoke, we come together—to do the best work, in the best possible place. We're all in. Because it's everyone's role to make health more human.

About Us:

Inizio Evoke Comms is a global, award-winning health communications agency that partners with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medtech, consumer, and non-profit clients. We deliver insights-driven public relations campaigns, policy programs, and initiatives that promote health and wellbeing around the world.

The Senior Vice President will be the senior strategic client relationship leader across important engagements for the business and will also support development of the strategic direction of the company and drive new business efforts.

This is a hybrid role reporting to the Managing Director, North America.

You will:

Client Partnership

1. Be responsible for budget forecasting, overall team composition, contracts, client reviews, annual planning, issues resolution, etc.
2. Provide clients with advice / counsel, external perspective and coaching
3. Facilitate client workshops and events, including speaker training sessions, multi-stakeholder convening initiatives, internal messaging workshops, etc.
4. Lead development of staff plans and partner with regional leads in resource and salary planning

Business Development & Operations

1. Guide new business growth through cultivation of new client relationships and exploration of organic business growth
2. Drive recommendations on areas to explore for new business potential or company growth opportunities
3. Execute on new business proposals and presentations
4. Drive creative solutions and present new opportunities to improve our performance and competitive advantage
5. Show understanding of current issues in domestic and global health, translating knowledge into meaningful guidance/counsel for our teams and clients

Leadership & Teamwork

1. Provide direct and constructive feedback to leadership team and junior team members/direct reports, leading them in development of fundamental skill sets (writing, research, logistics, etc.)
2. Oversee staff engagement and productivity of direct reports; including assessing hiring needs/recommendations, ongoing evaluation of staff climate, advocating for staff development, advising on issues/course correction
3. Role models company values and inspires an inclusive culture
4. Foster a culture of collaboration, respect, and growth among account teams and greater agency

Effective Communication

1. Identify gaps in team communications (internal and external) and propose solutions to address
2. Continuously motivate and lead large cross-functional teams to excellence
3. Deliver all verbal communications with confidence to clients, teams and external partners

You will bring:

1. Bachelor's degree preferably in communications, marketing, business or related health / science field or equivalent experience
2. 12+ years' communications experience or relevant experience in related field (e.g., marketing, advocacy or health/ science role dealing with public and private sector entities in global and/or domestic health) or relevant expertise in health sector (e.g., global public health organization, pharma, biotech, etc.)
3. Demonstrated track record of winning new business and organically growing existing accounts
4. 3+ years of experience managing direct reports
5. Superb internal and external communications skills (verbal, written, listening)
6. Track record managing resources and budgets for large-scale client engagements
7. A strong attention to detail with mastered ability to manage multiple priorities

Inizio Evoke Comms provides an exciting and flexible work environment, great compensation packages and outstanding company paid benefits including medical, dental, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and flexible time off.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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The base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. This range may differ based on your experience and skill set, geographic location, and cost of living considerations. We consider compensation more than just a base salary – that’s why we also offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits, personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work.

Compensation:

$175,000 — $225,000 USD

Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! Our company is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others.