Senior Communications Strategist

About the Company

Our client is a next-generation advisory firm providing strategic communications counsel to leading executives. The firm was founded in 2022 and has leadership, who together have advised some of the world’s most prominent CEOs and founders across industries and through a range of complex situations. Their relationships with corporate executives and top-tier media platforms have helped clients build their reputations, emerge from crises, and strengthen their leadership positioning. They are headquartered in New York City.

About You

You are eager to contribute to a fast-growing firm and thrive in an entrepreneurial environment. You take pride in your work, are motivated by excellence, and can manage multiple complex projects simultaneously. You value collaboration and precision, bring a thoughtful and strategic approach to your work, and are comfortable in a dynamic environment where initiative and adaptability are key.

About the Role

We are seeking a Vice President or SVP to serve as a senior communications strategist, advisor, and business builder. The ideal candidate will have extensive media relations experience, including both proactive and reactive engagement with national business, financial, and industry reporters. In this role, you will lead client accounts across industries, overseeing strategic communications, narrative development, and media engagement. You will also help guide teams, deliver exceptional client service, and work with firm leadership to grow the business. This position reports to the Chief Operating Officer and is based in New York City. The role requires in-person work at our office three to four days per week.

Key Responsibilities

● Client Services (90% of time)

• Support leadership of client engagements, managing day-to-day deliverables, including strategic plans, messaging and narrative development, press releases, talking points, presentations, and Q&A materials
• Provide counsel on all matters of communications, including media relations, narrative development, and crisis
• Build and maintain strong relationships with reporters, editors, and producers across key outlets
• Coach and mentor junior colleagues to help build a strong, high-performing team
• Stay attuned to the media landscape, business trends, and issues affecting client industries

● Business Development (10% of time)

• Collaborate with firm leadership to identify and source new business opportunities
• Develop pitch materials and proposals tailored to potential client needs
• Participate in pitch meetings, as needed

Preferred Qualifications

● 6+ years of experience in strategic or financial communications, either in-house or at an agency

● Proven success developing and executing media relations strategies, including managing high-profile press opportunities and sensitive issues

● Strong relationships with journalists across business, finance, and national media outlets

● Demonstrated ability to lead complex, fast-moving projects with precision and sound judgment

● Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to distill complex issues into compelling narratives

● Experience in business development, including pitching and onboarding new clients

● A collaborative, proactive approach with a commitment to mentoring and continuous improvement

● Comfort operating in environments of ambiguity and rapid change

Company Benefits

● Competitive salary

● Discretionary annual bonus

● 401(k) with company match

● Unlimited paid time off

● Comprehensive medical benefits

● Generous parental leave

● Annual professional development budget