Porter Novelli · 5 months ago
Executive Vice President - Corporate Communications, Crisis & Reputation Management
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$270K/yr - $300K/yr
15+ years expPorter Novelli is a global communication company with a vibrant culture that values unique perspectives. They are seeking an Executive Vice President to lead their Corporate Communications, Crisis, and Reputation Management practice, focusing on client relationships, team mentorship, and innovative strategies for growth.
ConsultingInformation ServicesIT InfrastructurePublic Relations
Responsibilities
Serve as a senior counselor to clients across issues and crisis management, corporate reputation, and strategic communications, developing and executing programs that protect and enhance client brands
Provide hands-on crisis leadership and counsel for high-profile clients, with direct responsibility for accounts such as Panasonic, Penske, CFA, Iron Mountain, Ricoh, Goodyear, TMO Wholesale, Cox, and Veritiv
Identify, pursue, and win new business opportunities—targeting major national and global brand. Play a leadership role in agency reviews, proposal development, and presentations
Drive growth and long-term engagements with existing clients, ensuring exceptional service and strategic value to reduce churn and maximize retention
Mentor and develop team members, building a bench of future leaders and ensuring the team reaches its full potential
Champion innovative approaches to reputation management, including digital and AI advancements, and establish yourself as a thought leader within the agency and the industry
Oversee financial performance and profitability for your client portfolio, ensuring strong utilization and optimized staff allocation across practices and offices
Share knowledge and drive best practices across the agency’s Corporate Communications and Reputation Management teams
Maintain deep knowledge of clients’ businesses and industries, proactively identifying risks and opportunities
Promote a culture of high performance, accountability, and collaboration across all teams
Qualification
Required
Minimum 15 years' experience in crisis communications, corporate communications, or reputation management
Proven track record of building strong client relationships and delivering programs that exceed client expectations
Demonstrated success in driving business growth, winning new accounts, and increasing agency competitiveness in high-value reviews
Fluency in communications innovation and the role new technologies play in modern communications plans
Significant experience providing senior-level counsel in complex crisis and issues management situations
Deep understanding of the evolving media, digital, and AI landscape as it relates to reputation management
Strong leadership, mentoring, and team development skills
Excellent communication, presentation, and client-facing skills
Preferred
Experience in litigation communications and/or public affairs is a strong plus
Benefits
Medical & Prescription
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts
401k (with discretionary employer match)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance
Vacation, Sick & Personal Days
14.5 Paid Company Holidays
Parental Leave
Family Forming Benefits
Wellness Benefit
Hybrid Working Environment (2 days remote, 3 days in office)
Company
Porter Novelli
Porter Novelli is a PR firm providing crisis management, technology, corporate affairs, and consumer marketing solutions to its customers.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David B.
Global CEO
Ayanna Robinson, MPP
Chief Client Officer
Recent News
2025-02-06
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