Method Communications · 3 days ago
Public Relations Vice President, Cybersecurity & B2B Tech
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$130K/yr - $180K/yr
8+ years expMethod Communications is an award-winning technology marketing and public relations agency that focuses on challenger brands and innovative companies. They are seeking a Vice President to lead and execute across a diverse portfolio of technology client accounts, primarily focusing on Cybersecurity while also engaging with B2B tech clients. The role involves strategic guidance, business development, account management, and agency leadership.
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Hiring Manager
Kaley McClellan
Responsibilities
Provide strategic guidance for clients and team leads on well-conceptualized and researched PR and integrated marketing programs, including handling sensitive client issues, solving problems, and evolving direction as necessary
Act as day-to-day account lead for Cybersecurity clients and various B2B tech clients
Oversee the development of goals for internal team members and clients, leading teams to effectively execute against client strategy
Coach and support ASs and ADs in guiding teams to collaborate and produce high quality work effectively
Lead teams to develop strong written content and creative newsworthy pitches that align with clients' business objectives, and maintaining and growing media relationships with a wide range of reporters and publications
Leverage personal/professional network in order to enhance the Method brand and grow our client and client services portfolio
Lead new business pitches, ensuring presentations are well researched, prepared and polished
Support organic growth by expanding scope of work with clients
Review and analyze budgets, financial reports, and trends in order to partner with the executive team and leadership team in performing their responsibilities
Participate in account staffing and evaluating team structures to maximize account quality and profitability
Work with local and national executive team to support revenue goals for the agency
Provide input on decision-making issues affecting the agency – new business, best practices, client service, and performance management
Work with People Ops to motivate and lead a high-performance team; contribute to attracting, recruiting and retaining team members; deliver constructive and clear feedback to ensure level requirements are met
Act as a mentor for designated direct reports, ensuring annual and mid-year reviews are performed and career development goals are set
Maintain an active presence and provide guidance to ensure internal communications are effective and support Method’s business strategy
Execute and demonstrate Method’s Concierge Service Delivery approach to clients and teams
Qualification
Required
Typically 8 - 10 years of experience (or equivalent expertise and education) in public relations, with a minimum of 4 - 6 years full-time in an agency setting
Demonstrated experience working with Cybersecurity firms, understanding their unique communication needs, investment processes, and stakeholder requirements
Proven record of building and executing integrated communications programs for B2B technology brands, aligning with client/company business goals
Strong ability to grow a practice area or account
Experience leading and growing a multi-disciplinary team
A deep network of relationships with journalists, analysts and influencers in Cybersecurity and a variety of technology sectors
Able to manage others and oversee multiple direct reports, working on both hard- and soft-skill development for coachees
Expert-level editing and writing capabilities
Passion for work and commitment to developing skills and helping team members learn on a daily basis
Benefits
Generous Vacation and Wellness Time accruals, two weeks of full office closure, paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays
Cell phone and internet cost reimbursement
Employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Employer paid Health Savings Account (HSA)
401K Plan with Employer Match up to 4%
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering three confidential, face-to-face counseling sessions per issue per year
Paid Family Leave
$500 annual wellness stipend after 6 months of employment
$1500 professional development stipend after 2 years of employment
4 weeks of paid sabbatical after 5 years of employment
Leadership development and virtual training opportunities
Company
Method Communications
Method Communications is an integrated communications agency that offers its users with public relations campaigns.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2018-12-19Acquired
Leadership Team
Katy Spaulding
Chief Operating Officer
Matt Stewart
General Manager West Coast
Recent News
2024-04-11
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