Vice President, Corporate Communications

Teneo; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401K plan

Commuter benefits

Team events

Snacks

Job summary

Teneo is seeking a Vice President in Corporate Communications to lead integrated client communications, advise senior teams, and manage high-stakes media relations. You will drive strategic plans, onboarding of junior staff, and coordination across client mandates to deliver best-in-class service.

The role requires a strong writing ability, deep media insight, and the capacity to manage multiple workstreams while navigating complex environments.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in public relations, corporate communications or media.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Strong track record of managing client relationships.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage complex projects to execution.
• Knowledge of media landscape and reporter relationships.
• Experience with issues and crisis management, or sensitive mandates.
• Demonstrated understanding of business and financial markets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; PowerPoint skills are essential.
• Ability to navigate ambiguous environments.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and media monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Key member of Core Account Team, working with Managers and Leaders on client mandates.
• Mentor junior team members and ensure client teams progress against objectives.
• Serve as a reliable resource for senior team members and oversee others.
• Identify and track trends across the media landscape.

Skills

Public relations

Corporate communications

Media relations

Client relationships

Writing

PowerPoint

Social media

Factiva

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

PowerPoint

Factiva

Job description

Teneo is the global CEO advisory firm. We partner with our clients globally to do great things for a better future.

Drawing upon our global team and expansive network of senior advisors, we provide advisory services across our five business segments on a stand-alone or fully integrated basis to help our clients solve complex business challenges. Our clients include a significant number of the Fortune 100 and FTSE 100, as well as other corporations, financial institutions and organizations.

Our full range of advisory services includes strategic communications, investor relations, financial transactions and restructuring, management consulting, physical and cyber risk, organizational design, board and executive search, geopolitics and government affairs, corporate governance and ESG.

The firm has more than 1,800 employees located in 50+ offices around the world.

Description

Vice Presidents in Corporate Communications play a critical role in helping lead and execute integrated communications for Teneo’s clients. They are responsible for driving high-quality work across corporate communications, executive positioning, media relations, stakeholder engagement, issues management, and crisis communications. VPs are expected to be strong client counselors and trusted partners who can navigate complex situations, manage ambiguity, and translate strategic priorities into clear, actionable communications plans. They bring sound judgment, strong writing and messaging skills, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams while keeping teams aligned and moving forward. Highly motivated, entrepreneurial, and collaborative, VPs serve as a key connection point across clients, senior leaders, and internal teams. They help ensure our teams deliver best‑in‑class service, operate with urgency and precision, and function as a cohesive unit.

Responsibilities

• Key member of “Core Account Team,” working with Account Managers and Leaders on client mandates.
• Mentor junior team members and ensure client teams are progressing against client objectives.
• Serves as a reliable, adaptable resource for senior team members capable of overseeing others.
• Identify and keep up with trends across the media landscape, including within paid vs. owned vs. earned; old vs. new media.
• Engage with media including pitching news and meeting with reporters to uncover opportunities for clients across the firm.
• Leverage network of media relationships (as well as other stakeholder relationships) to serve clients and bring opportunities to the firm.
• Manage day‑to‑day account work, and the production and refinement of deliverables – including strategic plans, press releases, talking points, Q&A, briefing memos, distributed media materials, and others.
• Contribute to the Business Development process, including proposal development and pitch participation.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in either public relations, corporate communications or media.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Strong track record of managing client relationships.
• Strong organizational skills with the proven ability to see complex projects through to execution.
• Knowledge of the media landscape and demonstrated track record of engaging with press and/or fostering reporter relationships.
• Experience with issues and crisis management, or complex and/or sensitive mandates.
• Demonstrated understanding of business and financial markets.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication - PowerPoint skills are a must.
• Ability to navigate complex or ambiguous environments.
• Strong familiarity with social media platforms, as well as media and monitoring tools such as Factiva.

What We Offer

As a Teneo employee, you will enjoy unique benefits including flexible time off policy; medical, dental, and vision coverage; long‑term disability, and life insurance; a 401K plan; commuter benefits; team events; snacks; and other perks.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Teneo is an equal opportunity employer and promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace. Teneo considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or sexual orientation or any other status protected by applicable law.

Base Salary Range

$130,000 - $150,000 (compensation for this role will depend on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience that may fall outside of the range listed).

Bonus Eligible

Yes

Total Compensation Package

Includes annualized bonus, 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of additional benefits and perks.

Flexible Work Policy

Teneo believes in in‑person collaboration when possible and if you are assigned to the New York office, the company's expectation is for employees to work from the office location a minimum of three days a week.