Vice President (California, Washington, D.C.)

Browning Environmental Communications, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) match

Bonus opportunities

Commissions

Job summary

Browning Environmental Communications seeks a Vice President with expertise in carbon markets to oversee U.S. accounts and support business development from Washington, D.C. or Boston, with a hybrid work model.

You will lead client engagements, manage projects across research, strategy, branding, messaging and outreach, and mentor junior staff while expanding the U.S. team. The role requires 7+ years in strategic communications, strong leadership, and deep knowledge of clean energy and

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in strategic communications and media relations.
• 4+ years’ experience in a managerial position at a major communications agency.
• Deep knowledge of topics such as clean energy, circular economy, sustainable finance, sustainable agriculture, etc.
• Understanding of U.S. political landscape related to clean energy and the environment, a plus.

Responsibilities

• U.S. new business development: agency proposals, negotiation, and securing business.
• Project managing retained or project-based strategic communications assignments, including research, strategy, branding, messaging, content, and outreach across all media, with a U.S. or international focus.
• Coordinating with senior representatives of clients day-to-day and processing their changing needs.
• Managing delivery of work remote/hybrid team members to the highest quality.
• Hiring and developing junior talent.
• Contributing to agency knowledge management systems.
• Supporting development of U.S. marketing materials.

Skills

Strategic communications

Media relations

Leadership

Project management

Business development

Policy advocacy

Job description

Location: Washington, D.C. or Boston
Full-time, Hybrid

Browning Environmental Communications is seeking a Vice President with expertise in carbon markets to oversee accounts in the U.S. and support business development.

Responsibilities and Scope

• U.S. new business development: agency proposals, negotiation, and securing business.
• Project managing retained or project-based strategic communications assignments, including research, strategy, branding, messaging, content, and outreach across all media, with a U.S. or international focus.
• Coordinating with senior representatives of clients day-to-day and processing their changing needs.
• Managing delivery of work remote/hybrid team members to the highest quality.
• Hiring and developing junior talent.
• Contributing to agency knowledge management systems.
• Supporting development of U.S. marketing materials.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong ambassador for the company among policy, NGO, and IGO audiences.
• An inspiring leader, prepared to support a growing U.S. team.
• Strong organizational and project management skills are essential.
• 7+ years’ experience of strategic communications and media relations in relevant spaces.
• 4+ years’ experience in a managerial position at a major communications agency.
• Deep knowledge of topics such as clean energy, circular economy, sustainable finance, sustainable agriculture, etc.
• Understanding of U.S. political landscape related to clean energy and the environment, a plus.
• Creative storyteller who can translate complex topics for media, social media, opinion desks, and other external audiences.
• Outstanding written and verbal communications in English.
• Great references.

Browning is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to workplace diversity and inclusion. We are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity and expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, political affiliation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Salary and Benefits

Competitive + bonus + commissions + healthcare + 401(k) match.