Public Relations Senior Vice President (B2B Technology) Job at Highwire in Seatt

Overview Public Relations Senior Vice President (B2B Technology) position at Highwire. The Senior Vice President will be a leader for an award-winning Technology PR agency, with 13+ years of experience growing teams and delighting clients. This role includes driving new business development, supporting agency infrastructure, mentoring staff, and leading client management and strategic guidance for select accounts.

This range is provided by Highwire. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range $195,000.00 / yr - $249,000.00 / yr

About Highwire Highwire is a modern strategic communications and digital marketing agency designed for disruptive companies. We work with high-growth technology companies and established brands looking to reinvent themselves. At Highwire, we believe that storytelling fuels transformation. The most impactful stories represent all voices and perspectives. We foster an inclusive environment where everyone—regardless of age, race / ethnicity, size, shape, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and different abilities—can feel safe, celebrated and worthy. We aspire to change our industry and build a better future for all. Our people-first culture is driven by four core values : Team Empowerment, Growth Mindset, Inclusion Always, Fierce Distinction. We’re looking for individuals with big ideas, strong opinions, and the energy to bring them to life. If you thrive in an environment that values personal accountability, high standards, and boundless motivation, this is the opportunity for you. Be part of our award-winning culture and contribute to an exciting and growing business where you can make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities Oversee $1.5-$2M in account revenue as most senior, strategic client counsel

Consistently produce a coherent strategy for clients and projects

Work with top executives at leading technology companies as a trusted counselor and advisor

Own and drive a cornerstone in the agency (excellent careers, superb client service, strong financials, improved operations and tools aka smooth operators)

Generate business revenue within existing clients by taking a broad view of the entire marketing and communications mix, and offering strategic recommendations to expand scope of work or bring new services to clients

Identify and lead pitch to bring in new clients with growth goals tied to salary

Work with integrated teams to provide clients with seamless multi-channel solutions utilizing traditional PR, digital and social media platforms to deliver maximum performance and results

Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality

Manage, mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach on a consistent basis

Monitor staff performance and development goals, assign accountabilities, set objectives, establish priorities, conduct annual performance reviews

Represent Highwire and key clients at high level industry events, seminars and conferences as required to maintain professional development and to build networking and new business contacts

Service clients profitably while monitoring and advising on staff billability, client needs, resource load and staff performance

Maintain account group revenue by managing the ebb and flow of accounts and budgets

Requirements Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field

Minimum 15 years experience in a communications field either in-house or with an agency with at least 5 years in senior leadership capacity

Demonstrated skill and comfort in proactively building relationships with top tier reporters and editors, and in successfully positioning subject matter with the media to achieve high-impact placements

Extensive successful writing and editing experience (externally focused) with a variety of print and online communications media

Experience with social media influencer engagement, content campaigns, and media coverage amplification

Demonstrated experience and leadership in managing a comprehensive strategic communications, media relations, and marketing program to advance an organization’s mission and goals

Innovative thinker, with a track record for translating strategic thinking into action plans and output

Experience in building, managing, mentoring, and coaching a team of communications specialists

Excellent judgment and creative problem solving skills

Ability to make decisions in a changing environment and anticipate future needs

Experience setting up measurement programs and measuring the ongoing ROI of communications activities

Highwire Perks Competitive salary

Merit-based bonuses and promotions

Hybrid work model to suit your schedule and lifestyle

Excellent vacation policy including extended break for summer and winter holiday

Participate in Empower Hours on Fridays; Team has the ability to log off by 3pm

401K Match

Medical and dental benefits / FSA

Paid Parental Leave

Commuter Benefit

Home office equipment stipend

Growth Mindset Stipend of $100 annually for books, exhibitions, etc

Technology reimbursement

Wellness benefit

Donation Match

Mentorship

Monthly recognition programs

Employee referral bonus

New business referral bonus

Quarterly Highwire fun events – Thanksgiving is our favorite holiday

Dog friendly work environment

Extremely supportive, nurturing environment with many opportunities for learning and growth

Additional information The duties delineated above will vary depending on the needs of each specific account, and in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. This individual will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisors.

We are actively seeking candidates who possess a genuine passion for tech PR and are excited to expand our team. As we continue to grow our agency, we are proactively building a pipeline of exceptional individuals to connect with and consider for future opportunities. If you are enthusiastic about the world of tech PR and are eager to embark on a rewarding career in this field, we encourage you to start the conversation by applying today. We value your interest in our agency and look forward to hearing from you. Apply now and let\'s explore the possibilities together!

Job details Seniority level : Not Applicable

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing / Editing

Industries : Marketing Services

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