Vice President, Public Relations (Cybersecurity)

Vice President

B2B Tech Public Relations | Method Communications

Work Arrangement

The role can be performed hybrid (2x/week) for those based in San Francisco, New York City, Salt Lake City, or Boston.

The Opportunity

Vice Presidents (VP) are senior-level managers who lead and execute across a diverse portfolio of technology client accounts. While this role encompasses our broader B2B technology client portfolio, the primary focus will be on our Cybersecurity accounts. VPs are actively engaged in client work while also serving as leaders for clients, teams, and the agency. You will play an integral role on the leadership team, collaborating with People Operations, Finance and Operations on internal agency initiatives. You’ll also help to grow Method’s business, advise clients and manage and mentor early career team members.

Responsibilities

Account Leadership

• Provide strategic guidance for clients and team leads on well-conceptualized and researched PR and integrated marketing programs, including handling sensitive client issues, solving problems, and evolving direction as necessary
• Act as day-to-day account lead for Cybersecurity clients and various B2B tech clients
• Oversee the development of goals for internal team members and clients, leading teams to effectively execute against client strategy
• Coach and support ASs and ADs in guiding teams to collaborate and produce high quality work effectively
• Lead teams to develop strong written content and creative newsworthy pitches that align with clients' business objectives, and maintaining and growing media relationships with a wide range of reporters and publications

Business Development

• Leverage personal/professional network in order to enhance the Method brand and grow our client and client services portfolio
• Lead new business pitches, ensuring presentations are well researched, prepared and polished
• Support organic growth by expanding scope of work with clients

Account and Agency Management

• Review and analyze budgets, financial reports, and trends in order to partner with the executive team and leadership team in performing their responsibilities
• Participate in account staffing and evaluating team structures to maximize account quality and profitability
• Work with local and national executive team to support revenue goals for the agency

Agency Leadership

• Provide input on decision-making issues affecting the agency – new business, best practices, client service, and performance management
• Work with People Ops to motivate and lead a high-performance team; contribute to attracting, recruiting and retaining team members; deliver constructive and clear feedback to ensure level requirements are met
• Act as a mentor for designated direct reports, ensuring annual and mid-year reviews are performed and career development goals are set
• Maintain an active presence and provide guidance to ensure internal communications are effective and support Method’s business strategy
• Execute and demonstrate Method’s Concierge Service Delivery approach to clients and teams

What We’re Looking For

• Typically 8 - 10 years’ experience (or equivalent expertise and education) in public relations, with a significant focus on agency-side work
• Demonstrated experience working with Cybersecurity firms, understanding their unique communication needs, investment processes, and stakeholder requirements
• Proven record of building and executing integrated communications programs for B2B technology brands, aligning with client/company business goals
• Strong ability to grow a practice area or account
• Experience leading and growing a multi-disciplinary team
• A deep network of relationships with journalists, analysts and influencers in Cybersecurity and a variety of technology sectors
• Able to manage others and oversee multiple direct reports, working on both hard- and soft-skill development for coachees
• Expert-level editing and writing capabilities
• Passion for work and commitment to developing skills and helping team members learn on a daily basis

What’s it like to work here?

Relationships are paramount to life at Method, and we invest heavily in building and maintaining relationships with clients, journalists and each other. We work hard to deliver incredible results for our clients. We encourage new ideas, and we always celebrate wins together – both for clients and our teams.

Method is made up of an award-winning team. Not only does the agency win awards, our people are consistently recognized for their excellence. We believe that begins with the recognition they get internally. Our leadership invests significant resources into employee mental health, wellbeing, education and development — and we praise outstanding performance regularly.

What’s in it for YOU?

• Flexible, hybrid work
• Generous Vacation and Wellness Time accruals, 1.5 weeks of full office closure, paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays
• Telecom stipend
• Employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer paid Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401K Plan with Employer Match up to 4%
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering three confidential, face-to-face counseling sessions per issue per year
• Paid Family Leave
• $500 annual wellness stipend after 6 months of employment
• $1500 professional development stipend after 2 years of employment
• 4 weeks of paid sabbatical after 5 years of employment
• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities

Salary Ranges

We believe all employees should be rewarded competitively and equitably, using practices that are simple and transparent. We’ve provided the following salary ranges for the locations we operate in below due to their state regulations. Final compensation for this role will be determined by a number of factors including candidate’s education, relevant work experience and geographic location.

• $130,000- $180,000

About the Company

Founded in 2010, Method Communications is an award-winning technology marketing and public relations agency built for challenger brands and today’s most innovative companies. Our group is united through our core values – relationships, resourcefulness and results. We support each other to do exceptional work for our clients while also focusing on the health and wellbeing of our families, our communities and ourselves.

We recognize our talented and diverse workforce as a key competitive advantage. Method encourages and actively supports diversity, equity, and inclusion through its policies and business practices, which include recruitment and hiring, compensation and benefits, career development and advancement, training, pro bono work, community programs, and affinity groups.

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To Apply

We understand that no candidate is perfectly qualified for any job. Experience comes in different forms; many skills are transferable; and passion goes a long way. Even more important than your resume is a clear demonstration of dedication, impact, and the ability to thrive in a fluid and collaborative environment. If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.

To apply, please submit a resume.

Method is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national or ethnic origin, mental or physical ability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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