Associate Vice President

<p><strong>Associate Vice President</strong></p> <p>5W Public Relations is looking to add a dynamic Associate Vice President to our team! If you’re looking for your next step in the world of public relations, this is a chance to lead communications and strategy for clients.&nbsp;This opportunity promises to offer challenges and professional development in an environment where drive, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a commitment to exceed expectations is a winning recipe for success.</p> <p><strong>Here’s what you’ll be doing:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Serve as senior contact for clients, continually fostering client-agency relationship to build trust and become a valuable resource and counselor to clients</li> <li>Provide strategic guidance to clients on an ongoing basis; anticipate and address client needs</li> <li>Troubleshoot clients’ problems as they arise; seek senior management input when appropriate</li> <li>Manage and delegate responsibilities of daily workflow of multiple accounts while driving consistent media results</li> <li>Direct and supervise work responsibilities of staff</li> <li>Take a leadership role in new business proposal development and presentations; work with account teams to build incremental business</li> <li>Help account team(s) work effectively and in the best interests of client(s); maximize agency’s network of resources to enhance client services</li> <li>Demonstrate proficiency in writing and editing materials including client media materials, byline articles, client correspondence and reports</li> <li>Manage account financials including budget allocation and control ensuring team billability and account profitability</li> <li>Motivate team members by promptly reviewing work and providing constructive feedback</li> <li>Exhibit strong communication and presentation skills to effectively articulate ideas to clients, colleagues and others</li> <li>Participate in external company promotion through articles, speeches, presentations, professional memberships, etc</li> <li>Begin to build a leadership role in outside organizations to increase 5W’s visibility in marketplace and create new business opportunities</li> </ul> <p><strong>Here’s what you have:</strong></p> <ul> <li>S/B.A in Public Relations or related field</li> <li>At least 6+ years of PR agency experience</li> <li>Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills</li> <li>Strong leadership and motivation skills</li> <li>Proven client relations, management and supervisory skills</li> <li>Creative and energetic personality</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why you'll love working here:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits &amp; wellness programs including partnership with ClassPass!</li> <li>Flexible PTO</li> <li>Summer Fridays and Winter, Spring, and Fall Fridays too!</li> <li>Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance</li> <li>Expanded parental leave and family planning support</li> <li>Continuous learning through “5W University” and development initiatives</li> <li>Student Loan Reimbursement</li> <li>Professional Development Support</li> <li>Exclusive access to season tickets for pro sports teams along with Broadway shows, and more!</li> <li>Charitable giving, including matching donations</li> </ul> <p>#LI-Hybrid</p>