Vice President, Corporate Communications

Vice President, Client Experience- CorporateWe are seeking a Vice President to join our Corporate Practice in our Chicago office to support a broad range of client and new business needs.In this role, you will be working on programs involving reputation management, executive thought leadership, internal communications, crisis communications, and integrated media strategies to protect and drive corporate reputation and value proposition narratives a variety of clients and prospects across many industries.We’re looking for a candidate who is an excellent people leader, client counselor and will roll up their sleeves and stay close to the work.Responsibilities include:Serve as trusted advisor, counselor and business partner to key client contactsMaximize business potential and advance great work through masterful orchestration of high-performing integrated teamsDrive development of tactical plans, translating strategies into tactics; ensure team deliverables align with strategiesLead the client service function for program planning, problem solving and strategic counselMentor, coach and support team members ensuring constant development of their skillsEffectively manage staff utilization to meet profitability targetsAnticipate and proactively offer solutions to senior team leadership for executional issues specific to assigned programsBuild and own productive relationships with multiple client stakeholders, interagency teams, client’s business partner organizations and a diverse array of agency colleaguesRepresent agency points of view clearly in writing, formal presentations and informal client meetings and workshopsMaintain financial responsibility for accountsMentor, coach and support team members ensuring constant development of their skillsEffectively manage team utilization and maintain financial responsibility for accountsSkills required:9+ years of experience in Corporate Communications, Corporate PR, and/or agency experience strongly preferredMust have a strong background in corporate communicationsMust have an in-depth knowledge of reputation management and a working knowledge of traditional and non-traditional mediaSelf-starter, resourceful and bring a passion for driving great results while building strong, productive relationships with clients and your teamCollaborative spirit, results driven with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work against deadlinesExcellent writing and presentation skills, experience developing and delivering client presentationsExperience leading (and winning) new business efforts, including casting appropriate teams, driving deck and presentation development and seamlessly integrating strategy, creative and execution into a compelling proposalA history of success in providing sound creative and strategic counsel to clients and building credibility with senior-level client contactsDemonstrate the ability to think strategically, creatively and holistically about client programsThe Weber Shandwick Collective recognizes that your health and wellbeing are a priority. This is why we offer a full suite of benefits including:MedicalVision401k (with employer match)Tuition ReimbursementJuice Money – $60 monthly reimbursement to be used towards purchases that nourish your health, mind, body, and soulShort-Term DisabilityPaid Employee Family LeaveFamily Building BenefitWeber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.#LI-JP1We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at JobAppAccommodation@ipgdxtra.com . This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors; rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.We are seeking a Senior Vice President to join our Corporate team to support a broad range of client and new business needs. In this role, you will be working on programs involving reputation management, executive thought leadership, internal communications, crisis communications, and integrated media strategies to drive corporate reputation across priority industries, including but not limited to financial services, manufacturing, retail, consumer, healthcare. We’re looking for seasoned leaders with a passion for corporate communications who are excellent people leaders, client counselors and will roll up their sleeves and stay close to the work.Responsibilities include:Secure, maintain and drive growth with existing and prospective clientsLead key business development opportunities and pitchesServe as trusted advisor, counselor and business partner to key client contactsMaximize business potential and advance great work through masterful orchestration of high-performing integrated teamsDevelop and advance industry/sector leadership within Weber ShandwickLead the client service function for program planning, problem solving and strategic counselWork across geographies and help shape direction and focus of practiceIdentify new growth opportunities based on insights into the company, client, industry and economyMentor, coach and support team members ensuring constant development of their skillsEffectively manage staff utilization to meet profitability targetsMaintain financial responsibility for accountsMentor, coach and support team members ensuring constant development of their skillsEffectively manage team utilization and maintain financial responsibility for accountsSkills required:12+ yearsof experience in CorporateCommunications or CorporatePR,andagency experience strongly preferredMust have a strong background in corporate communicationsMust have an in-depth knowledge of reputation management and a working knowledge of traditional and non-traditional mediaSelf-starter,resourceful andbringa passion for driving great results while building strong, productive relationships with clients and your teamCollaborative spirit, results driven with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work against deadlinesStrong team management, people management and mentorship skillsExcellent writingandpresentation skills, experience developing and delivering client presentationsExperience leading (and winning)new business efforts, including casting appropriate teams, driving deck and presentation development and seamlessly integrating strategy, creative and execution into a compelling proposalA history of success in providing sound creative and strategic counsel to clients and building credibility with senior-level client contactsDemonstrate the ability to think strategically, creatively and holistically about client programsThe Weber Shandwick Collective recognizes that your health and wellbeing are a priority. This is why we offer a full suite of benefits including:MedicalVision401k (with employer match)Tuition ReimbursementJuice Money – $60 monthly reimbursement to be used towards purchases that nourish your health, mind, body, and soulShort-Term DisabilityPaid Employee Family LeaveFamily Building BenefitWeber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.#LI-JP1We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at JobAppAccommodation@ipgdxtra.com . This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors; rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.POSITION PROFILEWe are seeking a Manager to join the Corporate Practice in our Chicago office to support a broad range of client and new business needs.In this role, you will be working on programs involving reputation management, executive thought leadership, internal communications, crisis communications, and integrated media strategies to protect and drive corporate reputation and value proposition narratives a variety of clients and prospects across many industries.The ideal candidate will possess experience and skills across many of the above areas and will be responsible for supporting multiple account teams and collaborating with specialists and subject matter experts across the practice and agency.The Manager will help lead work from concept to execution, be a primary client contact, and mentor junior talent. The ideal candidate must have strong written and oral communications skills, be able to creatively support corporate reputation and positioning programs that resonate in today’s environment and possess a passion for earned storytelling.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESOwn responsibilities for execution of client programs, budgets, and plans.Contribute to development of plans, translating strategies into tactics.Ensure team deliverables align with strategic plans to deliver strong results across agreed-to communications channels.Create media strategies and oversee pitching of well-developed stories to key national, trade and other media of importance to client goals.Developing executive positioning programs and tactical outputs including media, speaking, awards and social opportunities.Support issues and crises, including media monitoring, creation of reactive statements and materials, preparedness and scenario plans.Build strong client and internal relationships, confidence and trust by proactively anticipating and understanding client needs.Leverage industry knowledge and experience to proactively support and recommend new ideas.Contribute to the career growth of junior team members, serving as mentor and role model.Actively participate in team culture, external visibility events and assist with new business.Demonstrate financial acumen in the areas of budgeting, billing and staffing.BASIC REQUIREMENTS4+ years of experience, preferably with some agency background.Ability to translate client needs into workable plans/projects.Strong decision-making, problem-solving and project management skills.Experience providing thought leadership counsel and executional plans.Confident presenter and persuasive speaker.Experience working with integrated teams on integrated communications programs.Proven ability to effectively manage teams and contribute to the professional development of team members.Strong PowerPoint skills to create compelling client presentations.Self-motivated, entrepreneurial and endlessly curious.Minimum: Bachelor’s DegreeThe Weber Shandwick Collective recognizes that your health and wellbeing are a priority. This is why we offer a full suite of benefits including:MedicalVision401k (with employer match)Tuition ReimbursementJuice Money – $60 monthly reimbursement to be used towards purchases that nourish your health, mind, body, and soulShort-Term DisabilityPaid Employee Family LeaveFamily Building BenefitWeber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.#LI-JP1We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at JobAppAccommodation@ipgdxtra.com . This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors; rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.We are seeking a Senior Manager to join the Corporate Practice in our Chicago office to support a broad range of client and new business needs. In this role, you will be working on programs involving reputation management, earned media strategies, executive thought leadership, internal communications, crisis communications, and integrated communications planning to protect and drive corporate reputation and value proposition narratives a variety of clients and prospects across many industries. The ideal candidate will possess experience and skills across many of the above areas and will be responsible for supporting multiple account teams and collaborating with specialists and subject matter experts across the practice and agency. This role will help lead work from concept to execution, be a primary client contact, and mentor junior talent. The ideal candidate must have strong written and oral communications skills, be able to creatively support corporate reputation and positioning programs that resonate in today’s environment and possess a passion for earned storytelling.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESOwn responsibilities for execution of client programs, budgets, and plans.5-7 years of relevant experienceContribute to development of plans, translating strategies into tactics.Ensure team deliverables align with strategic plans to deliver strong results across agreed-to communications channels.Create media strategies and oversee pitching of well-developed stories to key national, trade and other media of importance to client goals.Developing executive positioning programs and tactical outputs including media, speaking, awards and social opportunities.Support issues and crises, including media monitoring, creation of reactive statements and materials, preparedness and scenario plansBuild strong client and internal relationships, confidence and trust by proactively anticipating and understanding client needs.Leverage industry knowledge and experience to proactively support and recommend new ideas.Contribute to the career growth of junior team members, serving as mentor and role model.Actively participate in team culture, external visibility events and assist with new business.Demonstrate financial acumen in the areas of budgeting, billing and staffing.The Weber Shandwick Collective recognizes that your health and wellbeing are a priority. This is why we offer a full suite of benefits including:MedicalVision401k (with employer match)Tuition ReimbursementJuice Money – $60 monthly reimbursement to be used towards purchases that nourish your health, mind, body, and soulShort-Term DisabilityPaid Employee Family LeaveFamily Building BenefitWeber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.#LI-JP1We make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact us at JobAppAccommodation@ipgdxtra.com . This email address is not for general employment inquiries or vendors; rather it is strictly for applicants who require special assistance accessing our employment website. Due to volume, messages sent to this email address that are not related to an accommodation cannot be answered.

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