Vice President, Public Relations

Walker Sands is seeking a strategic, results-driven Vice President, Public Relations to lead our team in a remote role. As a senior leader within the Strategic Communications department and a key member of the agency’s Senior Leadership Team, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our PR practice.

Requirements

• 10–15 years of experience leading client accounts in a PR agency, ideally with exposure to integrated marketing programs.
• Proven success managing complex, high-value PR campaigns across B2B industries.
• Experience leading and managing teams to create a collaborative and growth-minded work environment.
• Strong background in business development, including pitching, negotiating, and closing new business opportunities.
• Deep understanding of today’s media ecosystem — from traditional outlets to podcasts, influencers, social, and emerging platforms.
• Expertise in crafting strategies that combine earned media with paid, shared and owned amplification.
• Experience using AI and data tools for media strategy, targeting, and measurement.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams.
• A commitment to collaboration, continuous learning, and driving impact through innovation.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Mental health resources
• Pet insurance
• Fertility benefits
• Employer-matched 401(k) and access to financial planning services
• Flexible PTO
• Half-day summer Fridays
• A week off between Christmas and New Year
• Hybrid work
• Milestone Sabbatical
• Generous paid leave for new parents and caregivers
• Policies for pregnancy loss, adoption challenges, and more
• Clear career paths
• Mentorship programs
• Learning events to help you grow professionally