Public Relations Senior Vice President (B2B Technology)

About us
Highwire is a modern strategic communications and digital marketing agency designed for disruptive companies. We work with high-growth technology companies and established brands looking to reinvent themselves. 
At Highwire, we believe that storytelling fuels transformation. And the most impactful stories represent all voices and perspectives. As a values-driven agency, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone—regardless of age, race/ethnicity, size, shape, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and different abilities–can feel safe, celebrated and worthy. 
We ensure every Highwire Walker has unique support to climb to success. Our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging is permanent and foundational to our business and culture. We aspire to change our industry and build a better future for all.
Our people-first culture is driven by four core values:• Team Empowerment • Growth Mindset• Inclusion Always• Fierce Distinction 
We’re looking for individuals with big ideas, strong opinions, and the energy to bring them to life. If you thrive in an environment that values personal accountability, high standards, and boundless motivation, this is the opportunity for you. Be part of our award-winning culture and contribute to an exciting and growing business where you can make a real impact.
⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯⎯The Senior Vice President, B2B Technology position is a unique opportunity to become a leader for an award winning Technology PR agency. As a senior member of our leadership team, the Senior Vice President will be a visionary creative type with 13+ years of experience growing teams and delighting clients. The Senior Vice President will also drive new business development, support agency infrastructure and drive key business cornerstones forward.  As a growing public relations agency, the Senior Vice President role is a pivotal position as this individual will serve as a mentor, manager and lead example for all account teams on client management, staff development, and strategic guidance while also leading select accounts. If you have been waiting to discover a leadership role that allows you to be a catalyst in a thriving, meaningful workplace, then Highwire might be just the place for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee $1.5-$2M in account revenue as most senior, strategic client counsel
• Consistently produce a coherent strategy for clients and projects
• Work with top executives at leading technology companies as a trusted counselor and advisor 
• Own and drive a cornerstone in the agency (excellent careers, superb client service, strong financials, improved operations and tools aka smooth operators) 
• Generate business revenue within existing clients by taking a broad view of the entire marketing and communications mix, and offering strategic recommendations to expand scope of work or bring new services to clients
• Identify and lead pitch to bring in new clients with growth goals tied to salary
• Work with integrated teams to provide clients with seamless multi-channel solutions utilizing traditional PR, digital and social media platforms to deliver maximum performance and results
• Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality
• Manage, mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach on a consistent basis
• Monitor staff performance and development goals, assign accountabilities, set objectives, establish priorities, conduct annual performance reviews
• Represent Highwire and key clients at high level industry events, seminars and conferences as required to maintain professional development and to build networking and new business contacts
• Service clients profitably while monitoring and advising on staff billability, client needs, resource load and staff performance.
• Maintain account group revenue by managing the ebb and flow of accounts and budgets

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field
• Minimum 15 years experience in a communications either in-house or with an agency with at least 5 years in senior leadership capacity
• Demonstrated skill and comfort in proactively building relationships with top tier reporters and editors, and in successfully positioning subject matter with the media to achieve high-impact placements
• Extensive successful writing and editing experience (externally focused) with a variety of print and online communications media
• Experience with social media influencer engagement, content campaigns, and media coverage amplificatio