[Hiring] Vice President, Public Relations @Method Communications

Role Description

Vice Presidents (VP) are senior-level managers who lead and execute across a diverse portfolio of technology client accounts. While this role encompasses our broader B2B technology client portfolio, the primary focus will be on our Cybersecurity accounts. VPs are actively engaged in client work while also serving as leaders for clients, teams, and the agency. You will play an integral role on the leadership team, collaborating with People Operations, Finance and Operations on internal agency initiatives. You’ll also help to grow Method’s business, advise clients and manage and mentor early career team members.

Responsibilities

• Account Leadership
  • Provide strategic guidance for clients and team leads on well-conceptualized and researched PR and integrated marketing programs.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Maintain and grow media relationships with a wide range of reporters and publications.
• Business Development
  • Leverage personal/professional network 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.
• Account and Agency Management
  • Review and analyze budgets, financial reports, and trends.
  • Participate in account staffing and evaluating team structures.
  • Work with local and national executive team to support revenue goals for the agency.
• Agency Leadership
  • Provide input on decision-making issues affecting the agency.
  • Work with People Ops to motivate and lead a high-performance team.
  • Act as a mentor for designated direct reports.
  • Maintain an active presence and provide guidance for effective internal communications.
  • Execute and demonstrate Method’s Concierge Service Delivery approach to clients and teams.

Qualifications

• Typically 8 - 10 years’ experience (or equivalent expertise and education) in public relations, with a significant focus on agency-side work.
• Demonstrated experience working with Cybersecurity firms.
• Proven record of building and executing integrated communications programs for B2B technology brands.
• 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.
• Expert-level editing and writing capabilities.
• Passion for work and commitment to developing skills and helping team members learn.

Benefits

• Flexible, hybrid work.
• Generous Vacation and Wellness Time accruals, 1.5 weeks of full office closure, paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays.
• Telecom stipend.
• 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.

Salary Ranges

We believe all employees should be rewarded competitively and equitably. Final compensation for this role will be determined by a number of factors including candidate’s education, relevant work experience and geographic location.

• $130,000 - $180,000

Company Description

Founded in 2010, Method Communications is an award-winning technology marketing and public relations agency built for challenger brands and today’s most innovative companies. Our group is united through our core values – relationships, resourcefulness and results.

• We support each other to do exceptional work for our clients while also focusing on the health and wellbeing of our families, our communities and ourselves.
• Method encourages and actively supports diversity, equity, and inclusion through its policies and business practices.
• Join a Quartz Best Companies For Remote Workers, PRWeek Best Places to work, and PRovoke Small Agency to Work For!

To Apply

To apply, please submit a resume. Method is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national or ethnic origin, mental or physical ability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.