Senior Vice President - Public Relations

Senior Vice President - Public Relations Public Relations New York, New YorkAt Inizio Evoke, we come together—to do the best work, in the best possible place. We're all in. Because it's everyone's role to make health more human.About Us : Inizio Evoke Comms is a global, award-winning health communications agency that partners with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medtech, consumer, and non-profit clients. We deliver insights-driven public relations campaigns, policy programs, and initiatives that promote health and wellbeing around the world.The Senior Vice President will be the senior strategic client relationship leader across important engagements for the business and will also support the development of the strategic direction of the company and drive new business efforts.This is a hybrid role reporting to the Managing Director, North America.You will : Client PartnershipBe responsible for budget forecasting, overall team composition, contracts, client reviews, annual planning, issues resolution, etc.Provide clients with advice / counsel, external perspective and coachingFacilitate client workshops and events, including speaker training sessions, multi-stakeholder convening initiatives, internal messaging workshops, etc.Lead development of staff plans and partner with regional leads in resource and salary planningBusiness Development & OperationsGuide new business growth through cultivation of new client relationships and exploration of organic business growthDrive recommendations on areas to explore for new business potential or company growth opportunitiesExecute on new business proposals and presentationsDrive creative solutions and present new opportunities to improve our performance and competitive advantageShow understanding of current issues in domestic and global health, translating knowledge into meaningful guidance / counsel for our teams and clientsLeadership & TeamworkProvide direct and constructive feedback to leadership team and junior team members / direct reports, leading them in development of fundamental skill sets (writing, research, logistics, etc.)Oversee staff engagement and productivity of direct reports; including assessing hiring needs / recommendations, ongoing evaluation of staff climate, advocating for staff development, advising on issues / course correctionRole models company values and inspires an inclusive cultureFoster a culture of collaboration, respect, and growth among account teams and greater agencyEffective CommunicationIdentify gaps in team communications (internal and external) and propose solutions to addressContinuously motivate and lead large cross-functional teams to excellenceDeliver all verbal communications with confidence to clients, teams and external partnersYou will bring : Bachelor’s degree preferably in communications, marketing, business or related health / science field or equivalent experience12 years’ communications experience or relevant experience in related field (e.g., marketing, advocacy or health / science role dealing with public and private sector entities in global and / or domestic health) or relevant expertise in health sector (e.g., global public health organization, pharma, biotech, etc.)Demonstrated track record of winning new business and organically growing existing accounts3 years of experience managing direct reportsSuperb internal and external communications skills (verbal, written, listening)Track record managing resources and budgets for large-scale client engagementsA strong attention to detail with mastered ability to manage multiple prioritiesInizio Evoke Comms provides an exciting and flexible work environment, great compensation packages and outstanding company paid benefits including medical, dental, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and flexible time off.We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.#LI-JG1

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