Senior VP, Corporate Affairs — Tech & Defense Strategist

FHIUS Fleishman Hillard Inc; United States; On-site; USD 205,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

FleishmanHillard in Washington, D.C. seeks a Senior Vice President to lead the Corporate Affairs practice with a focus on technology, defense and national security industries.

The ideal candidate is a senior communications leader who can counsel executives, manage complex client relationships and shape strategic narratives. You will drive integrated corporate reputation programs, engage top‑tier media, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams across geographies, offices and practices to deliver

Qualifications

• Senior communications leader with ability to counsel C-suite executives and senior client leaders.
• Experience managing large, complex client relationships across technology and defense sectors.
• Strong ability to translate complex issues into clear, credible narratives for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior strategic counselor to C‑suite executives and senior client leaders on reputation and communications.
• Lead and grow significant client relationships across technology and defense sectors, understanding clients’ businesses and priorities.
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and bring capabilities from across FleishmanHillard and the Omnicom network.
• Develop trusted relationships with senior clients and provide sound judgment in high‑stakes situations.
• Lead new business efforts, shaping proposals and presenting in competitive pitches.
• Oversee integrated programs across corporate reputation, media relations, and stakeholder communications.

Skills

Strategic counseling

Client relationship leadership

Media relations

Thought leadership

Public affairs expertise

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

FleishmanHillard in Washington, D.C. seeks a Senior Vice President to lead the Corporate Affairs practice with a focus on technology, defense and national security industries.

The ideal candidate is a senior communications leader who can counsel executives, manage complex client relationships and shape strategic narratives. You will drive integrated corporate reputation programs, engage top‑tier media, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams across geographies, offices and practices to deliver