Public Relations Director

1 month ago

Washington, United States Wachsman Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Founded in 2015, Wachsman is a leading global strategy and communications firm advising the next generation of companies in Web3, disruptive technologies, fintech and venture capital. With regional headquarters in New York, Dublin, and Singapore, and additional presence in London, Geneva, Los Angeles, and Washington, DC, Wachsman has solidified its position as a trusted advisor to some of the most innovative companies around the world.

At Wachsman, we focus on helping businesses establish and defend their industry position, seize opportunities, overcome challenges, and achieve sustainable commercial success in fast-moving and complex marketplaces. We offer clients a unique blend of advisory services across public relations and strategic communications, business strategy and consulting, digital marketing and events, regulation, and public policy.

Wachsman is now seeking a talented Director (equivalent to an SVP level at other agencies), on a rolling basis.

We are remote in the United States and are open to candidates located anywhere in the United States.  

Duties:

  • Overseeing the full project life cycle of client accounts, with an emphasis on scope development, account resourcing, strategy, and implementation.
  • Leading integrated account teams, overseeing workflow, and ensuring timely deliverables are met.
  • Developing comprehensive communications solutions to address issues on behalf of clients. Providing counsel and strategic guidance for branding, reputation management, and crisis communications.
  • Maintaining a thorough understanding of the dynamics and workings of the agency’s process as it relates to the client’s business.
  • Leveraging existing relationships to secure top-tier press coverage for clients across the full spectrum of media outlets.
  • Leading the pursuit of new opportunities that will contribute to business growth, delivering presentations, and pitching new business proposals.
  • Building and managing high-performing, creative, and cross-functional teams and ensuring that work and service are delegated to the appropriate experience levels within the team structure.
  • Supervising team members, providing feedback and professional development opportunities, conducting annual reviews and promotion nominations.
  • Occasional travel to industry events/conferences and for in-person meetings with clients.

 

Skills & Requirements:

  • Minimum 10 years of relevant experience conducting media relations, strategy, resourcing, account management, and business development at increasing levels of responsibility. 
  • PR agency experience required.
  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • Experience working with clients in financial technology, B2B technology, or similar industries is strongly preferred. 
  • Experience leading client accounts, from strategy development to implementation.
  • Demonstrated ability to organically grow client accounts along with identifying new business opportunities. 
  • Excellent interpersonal skills: developing client rapport and building and maintaining strong working relationships. 
  • Exceptional communicator; clearly defining roles and responsibilities on each account, setting and managing expectations for clients and account leads.
  • Experience building and managing high-performing account teams, ensuring work is delegated to the appropriate level of experience within the team structure.
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor and lead high-performing team members of every level, supporting them in professional development and career progression.
  • Aptitude for thinking creatively and sharing effective, creative ideas with clients.
  • Excellent knowledge of the media landscape. Must be able to understand the technology and business media landscape inside and out.
  • Professional, client-ready demeanor and presence in all communications and interactions (video, email/slack, in-person if applicable).
  • Strong strategic-thinking skills; demonstrated ability to handle and tactfully manage stressful situations.
  • Demonstrates strong decision-making abilities and accountability.
  • Displays integrity and sound judgment when working with colleagues and clients.
  • Proactive problem-solving & solutions-oriented in internal and external matters.
  • Exceptional work ethic and motivation to excel in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to maintain high social, organizational, and professional standards in job-related activities.
  • Experience working within the crypto/blockchain/Web3 industry is a plus

 

This is a management position

This is a full time, exempt position

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