SVP, Public Affairs

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Vice President, Public Affairs (SVP) to accelerate our firm's growth across a diverse grouping of industries, sectors and issues. This role can be based out of either our Washington D.C., New York or Chicago office.

Responsibilities

• Generate and/or manage a $1-3M annual portfolio of business
• Advise clients and lead teams in the development of high-impact and measurable strategic communications and campaigns
• Develop and mentor team members and identify the next generation of Avoq leaders
• Lead new business pitches, preparation, and delivery for winning new client assignments
• Provide insightful strategies that are actionable and impactful
• Design and oversee client budgets and work plans

Requirements

• Effective at securing new business as a member of a pitch team
• Deep understanding of at least one business sector, issue, and/or policy or regulatory area and uses such expertise to raise the visibility of the firm externally (speaking opportunities, op-ed's, white papers, thought leadership etc.)
• Leadership and management skills with teams and clients
• Directing the strategy and managing the relationship for a client, office, or principal
• Able to manage time across multiple assignments and clients including new business opportunities
• Expertise at creating comprehensive communications strategies and solutions

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience developing and leading large scale reputation, communication, or advocacy efforts
• Ability to navigate the rapidly shifting digital and data analytics landscape, and can creatively apply insights and emerging tools to client situations
• Ability to grow and expand client relationships and budgets
• Strong relationships with executives and communication professionals associated with an industry or sector of expertise

Skills

• Proven strategic thinker, bringing an informed and innovative perspective to client challenges
• Experience with political, policy, or corporate advocacy communications and campaigns, including experience with brand marketing, media planning and analytics, audience targeting, integrated marketing and thought leadership strategies
• Inherent new business mentality and knows how to leverage network to surface opportunities
• Judgement to assess opportunities and threats and provide actionable guidance to clients
• Emphasizes empowerment and growth of junior talent
• Detail-oriented and a strong spoken and written communicator
• Able to manage complex issues with creative and effective solutions
• Proven trusted advisor to clients or principals and brings strong relationships with senior communications and media professionals, business, and political leaders
• Seen as a reliable problem solver
• Stays current and adaptable to the impact of changing political, policy, or media landscapes on communications strategy

Benefits

• The salary range for this role starts at $215,000
• We offer a uniquely rich benefits package to support our team's quality of life outside of work that includes:
• 100% Company-paid Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) contributions
• Flexible, hybrid work arrangements (4 days in office)
• 12 paid company holidays per year, up to 39 days individual paid time off
• Winter break: Offices close the last week of the year

Contact Information

• Talent@teamavoq.com