Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications

Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications

Teneo is the global CEO advisory firm. We partner with our clients globally to do great things for a better future.

Drawing upon our global team and expansive network of senior advisors, we provide advisory services across our five business segments on a stand‑alone or fully integrated basis to help our clients solve complex business challenges. Our clients include a significant number of the Fortune 100 and FTSE 100, as well as other corporations, financial institutions and organizations.

Our full range of advisory services includes strategic communications, investor relations, financial transactions and restructuring, management consulting, physical and cyber risk, organizational design, board and executive search, geopolitics and government affairs, corporate governance and ESG.

The firm has more than 1,800 employees located in 50+ offices around the world.

Description

The Senior Vice President within Teneo’s Strategy and Communications business is a pivotal member of our account teams. Senior Vice Presidents are responsible for executing strategic programs and communications initiatives in support of Teneo’s clients. This individual should have extensive experience working with and within technology companies, particularly with the founders of dynamic startups. They should have a strong understanding of and network among non-traditional media, including but not limited to podcasts, online video hosts, and newsletter writers. It is critical that they approach communications from a holistic perspective, with a demonstrable understanding of how earned media, social, events, and all of the communications levers can be utilized in concert to advance client goals. They will work closely with Account Leaders and teams to deliver best‑in‑class service and function as a cohesive unit.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex strategic communications planning and execution .
• Demonstrate an understanding of how communications functions as a business driver for existing and potential clients.
• Oversee the day‑to‑day management of account deliverables, ensuring the development and refinement of high‑quality materials such as strategic plans, messaging frameworks, press releases, talking points, scripts, presentations, Q&A documents, and briefing memos.
• Execute against team objectives and plans as a reliable, adaptable resource for senior team members capable of overseeing others.
• Leverage an understanding of the unique challenges faced by companies in emerging technologies to help clients stay ahead of market trends.
• Foster an environment in which commitment to quality and client satisfaction is a top priority.
• Partner effectively with Teneo senior management to help identify client needs and collaborate with other Teneo operating divisions to deliver to clients in an integrated team fashion.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience with a focus managing complex communications programs across stakeholder groups within Technology, Media, Financial Services or Healthcare industries.
• Experience counselling senior executives and collaborating with external financial and legal advisors
• Ability to think creatively, approach communications from new angles, and handle both day‑to‑day account work and one‑off client asks
• Relevant and related experience in the technology, media or fintech sectors, with a particular focus on mid‑to late‑stage startups preferred
• Available to work from Teneo’s New York office in a hybrid setting, with a minimum of three days in the office
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

What We Offer

As a Teneo employee, you will enjoy unique benefits including flexible time off policy; medical, dental, and vision coverage; long‑term disability, and life insurance; a 401K plan; commuter benefits; team events; snacks; and other perks.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Teneo is an equal opportunity employer and promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace. Teneo considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or sexual orientation or any other status protected by applicable law.

Base Salary Range

$175,000 - $230,000 (compensation for this role will depend on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience that may fall outside of the range listed).

Bonus Eligible

Yes

Total Compensation Package

Includes annualized bonus, 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of additional benefits and perks.

Flexible Work Policy:

Teneo believes in in‑person collaboration when possible and if you are assigned to the New York office, the company's expectation is for employees to work from the office location a minimum of three days a week.