DeVries is a mid-sized, culture-first communications agency seeking a Vice President to join our consumer lifestyle team in the NY office, currently remote. The ideal candidate brings a demonstrated record of developing and executing successful public relations strategies and programs.
Requirements
- Serve as senior strategic counsel for the client
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders
- Develop quality standards and ensure client satisfaction
- Develop long-term plans and program recommendations for clients
- Evaluate/counsel team members' pitching skills and makes time to train teams
- Demonstrate a well-developed knowledge of client relevant media
- Maintain roster of key media contacts
- Develop and deliver client presentations
- Supervise all team writing and editing and makes time to train teams
- Authorize billing invoices and if necessary, follow-up with past-due invoices to clients
- Provide leadership, direction and guidance to account team(s)
- Develop and coach account teams for peak performance
- Help structure and staff new and existing project teams
- Ensure that account team members adhere to agency time reporting and financial guidelines
- Conduct performance reviews
- Make recommendations regarding salary increases, promotions, etc.
- Assist in the development of new business initiatives
- Participate in new business pitch development and presentations
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Visa Sponsorship
- Four Day Work Week
- Generous Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance