Zeno Group
VP, Corporate Affairs
Zeno Group, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
We are seeking a Vice President to join our Corporate Practice to support a broad range of client needs. In this role, you will be working on programs involving reputation management, executive leadership, crisis communications, and national business media relations. You must think and do. We are looking for masters of the craft, who are excellent people leaders, client counselors and will roll up their sleeves and stay close to the work. You will succeed at Zeno if you are fearless, resourceful, tenacious, and curious.
Responsibilities:
Develop and execute national business and trade media relations strategies.
Understand and navigate key client industry issues. Identify potential opportunities / reputational threats.
Lead the client service function for program planning, problem solving and strategic counsel.
Maintain financial responsibility for accounts including forecasting and account profitability.
Provide strategic counsel and guidance to clients and colleagues to ensure success.
Secure, maintain and grow the business.
Work across geographies and help shape direction and focus of practice.
Qualifications:
8-10 years of experience in Corporate PR, previous agency experience working with large Fortune 500 clients (particularly in the retail space) preferred.
Bachelor’s degree.
Collaborative spirit, results driven with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work against deadlines.
Credible success in providing sound counsel to clients and building credibility with senior level client contacts.
Current track record of success in building relationships with national business media.
Excellent writing skills, experience developing and delivering client and new business presentations.
In-depth knowledge of reputation management and the business media landscape.
Proven leadership experience, mentoring and developing junior talent.
Think strategically, creatively and holistically about client programs.
Salary: $95,000 - $156,000 a year
Pay range: $95,000-156,000
An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.
About UsZeno Group is the fiercely independent and global, integrated communications agency, born from PR. We bring together the boldest and brightest talent to help clients across industries and sectors unleash the power of strategic communications. Guided by our "Fearless Pursuit of the Unexpected," we push the boundaries to achieve real business value and societal impact for clients. Winner of the industry’s most coveted awards including the 2024
PRWeek
U.S. Outstanding Large Agency of the Year, 2023
PRWeek
Purpose Agency of the Year, 2022
PRWeek
Global Agency of the Year, 2022
PRovoke
Best Large Agency to Work For in North America and a three-time winner of
PRWeek’s
Best Places to Work. Zeno has also been previously recognized by the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. Zeno is a DJE Holdings Company.
About Our BenefitsHealthy, happy employees make Zeno better, so we have programs that support physical, mental and financial wellness. Our culture and benefits are designed to promote flexibility, celebrate diversity and support work/life balance. We offer a variety of medical, dental and vision insurance with prescription plans, as well as short and long-term disability. Our Be Kind to Your Mind program focuses on mental health, providing a paid subscription to Headspace and access to mental health providers and other services through a best-in-class employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to bring their authentic self to Zeno and participate in our employee resource groups which build communities for sharing and support. And while we love our work, we believe in the restorative power of time off with generous vacation, paid holidays and self-care time. Employees are supported in their pursuit of financial wellness with a 401(k) plan, pretax flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, life insurance and free access to a certified financial coach. And our unique ZenoFit program provides a monthly allowance to fund activities in your personal life that bring you joy and keep you healthy. These and other benefits are available to non-temporary employees in the US.
Zeno Group is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage racially and ethnically diverse people, members of the LGBTQ community, veterans, parents, individuals with disabilities and members of any and all protected classes to apply.
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Responsibilities:
Develop and execute national business and trade media relations strategies.
Understand and navigate key client industry issues. Identify potential opportunities / reputational threats.
Lead the client service function for program planning, problem solving and strategic counsel.
Maintain financial responsibility for accounts including forecasting and account profitability.
Provide strategic counsel and guidance to clients and colleagues to ensure success.
Secure, maintain and grow the business.
Work across geographies and help shape direction and focus of practice.
Qualifications:
8-10 years of experience in Corporate PR, previous agency experience working with large Fortune 500 clients (particularly in the retail space) preferred.
Bachelor’s degree.
Collaborative spirit, results driven with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work against deadlines.
Credible success in providing sound counsel to clients and building credibility with senior level client contacts.
Current track record of success in building relationships with national business media.
Excellent writing skills, experience developing and delivering client and new business presentations.
In-depth knowledge of reputation management and the business media landscape.
Proven leadership experience, mentoring and developing junior talent.
Think strategically, creatively and holistically about client programs.
Salary: $95,000 - $156,000 a year
Pay range: $95,000-156,000
An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.
About UsZeno Group is the fiercely independent and global, integrated communications agency, born from PR. We bring together the boldest and brightest talent to help clients across industries and sectors unleash the power of strategic communications. Guided by our "Fearless Pursuit of the Unexpected," we push the boundaries to achieve real business value and societal impact for clients. Winner of the industry’s most coveted awards including the 2024
PRWeek
U.S. Outstanding Large Agency of the Year, 2023
PRWeek
Purpose Agency of the Year, 2022
PRWeek
Global Agency of the Year, 2022
PRovoke
Best Large Agency to Work For in North America and a three-time winner of
PRWeek’s
Best Places to Work. Zeno has also been previously recognized by the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. Zeno is a DJE Holdings Company.
About Our BenefitsHealthy, happy employees make Zeno better, so we have programs that support physical, mental and financial wellness. Our culture and benefits are designed to promote flexibility, celebrate diversity and support work/life balance. We offer a variety of medical, dental and vision insurance with prescription plans, as well as short and long-term disability. Our Be Kind to Your Mind program focuses on mental health, providing a paid subscription to Headspace and access to mental health providers and other services through a best-in-class employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to bring their authentic self to Zeno and participate in our employee resource groups which build communities for sharing and support. And while we love our work, we believe in the restorative power of time off with generous vacation, paid holidays and self-care time. Employees are supported in their pursuit of financial wellness with a 401(k) plan, pretax flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, life insurance and free access to a certified financial coach. And our unique ZenoFit program provides a monthly allowance to fund activities in your personal life that bring you joy and keep you healthy. These and other benefits are available to non-temporary employees in the US.
Zeno Group is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage racially and ethnically diverse people, members of the LGBTQ community, veterans, parents, individuals with disabilities and members of any and all protected classes to apply.
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