Porter Novelli · 1 day ago
Vice President Corporate + Brand, Media Relations
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$145K/yr - $160K/yr
10+ years expPorter Novelli is a global communication company that leverages smart data to navigate culture and deepen authenticity for clients. They are seeking a Vice President with media relations expertise to lead Corporate/B2B2C assignments, mentor teams, and drive strategic communication initiatives. The ideal candidate will develop creative storytelling and maintain relationships with media influencers to generate business impact.
ConsultingInformation ServicesIT InfrastructurePublic Relations
Responsibilities
Lead Corporate Comms/B2B2C account teams with an emphasis on earned media and reputation-driving activations that reach top-tier business, trade and mainstream consumer audiences
Steward global teams, workflows and client management across multi-market assignments
Produce creative storytelling narratives and thought leadership angles that make brands resonate with key audience segments
Spot and act on newsjacking opportunities tied to cultural and media trends
Develop proactive storylines and media hooks to generate earned results in the absence of news
Build and maintain strong relationships with media influencers in business, finance, and consumer news
Partner with internal brand, comms, and marketing teams to align integrated agency teams on creative activations
Interface as day-to-day account lead with experienced, high performing client organizations
Effectively partner with the agency’s Innovation Engine team to deliver data-driven, insight-led work
Mentor and guide junior team members while being directly involved in day-to-day execution
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in PR/communications, with a focus on corporate/earned media
Client-service excellence and solution-oriented attitude to achieve program results
Proven success in leading campaign-based assignments, brand activations, and elevating brands not typically seen in mainstream media conversations
Demonstrated ability to lead an 'always on' program driving thought leadership, news jack effectively, and create media moments from scratch
Strong media contacts and hybrid pitching experience across business/B2B and consumer/lifestyle outlets
Strong leadership, collaboration, and execution skills with firm attention to detail
Experience working on global accounts, stewarding assignments across multiple countries and agency teams
Strong confident presence – someone who can serve as the go to for clients
Preferred
Background in financial services, fintech, professional services, industry associations or adjacent industries preferred
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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