Method Communications · 1 day ago
Vice President, Fintech Public Relations
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$130K/yr - $180K/yr
8+ years expMethod Communications is an award-winning technology marketing and public relations agency specializing in challenger brands. The Vice President of Fintech will lead and execute a diverse portfolio of client accounts, mentor junior team members, and collaborate with internal teams to grow the fintech business.
MessagingProfessional NetworkingPublic RelationsSocial Media
Hiring Manager
Kaley McClellan
Responsibilities
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 quarterly 360 reviews are performed and career development goals are set
Maintain an active presence and provide guidance to ensure internal communications is effective and supports Method’s business strategy
Execute and demonstrate Method’s Concierge Service Delivery Approach to your clients and teams
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
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
Help review and analyze budgets, financial reports, and trends in order to assist the executive team and leadership team in performing their responsibilities
Participate in account staffing and evaluating team structures to maximize account quality and profitability
Demonstrate and support Method’s J.E.D.I. (Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion) policy and practices, contributing to and building a culture built on respect, dignity, empathy, and inclusivity. This includes completing the required yearly J.E.D.I. training provided by Method
Qualification
Required
Typically 8 - 10 years' experience (or equivalent expertise and education) in public relations, communications, marketing and/or related fields, including research, advertising, management consulting, media and publishing
Demonstrated experience in the fintech sector with a strong understanding of financial services, banking technologies, digital payments, blockchain, cryptocurrency, or related areas
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 a variety of technology sectors, but particularly fintech
Demonstrated experience building, conceptualizing and executing integrated communications programs that align with client/company business goals
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
Flexible, hybrid work
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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