VP, Corporate Communications & Media Strategy

Teneo external feed for LinkedIn; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible time off policy

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401K plan

Commuter benefits

Team events

Snacks

Job summary

Teneo, a global CEO advisory firm, seeks a Vice President of Corporate Communications in New York. You will lead integrated communications for clients, guiding media relations, executive positioning and crisis management, while mentoring teams and managing multiple workstreams.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in PR or corporate comms, a track record with client relationships, and strong writing and strategic skills.

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 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.

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 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.

Skills

Public relations

Corporate communications

Media relations

Client relationships

Written communication

Crisis management

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Teneo, a global CEO advisory firm, seeks a Vice President of Corporate Communications in New York. You will lead integrated communications for clients, guiding media relations, executive positioning and crisis management, while mentoring teams and managing multiple workstreams.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in PR or corporate comms, a track record with client relationships, and strong writing and strategic skills.