Head of Crisis Communications Team at Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Entertainment, Technology, Healthcare, Consumer, Public AffairsIndustries

Requirements

Seasoned executive with 10–15+ years of proven success handling complex, high-pressure situations and communicating with clarity and confidence
Natural leader energized by building, mentoring, and creating
Entrepreneurial spirit with a track record of bringing in new business and growing client relationships
Strong network of C-suite, board, legal, or industry contacts to leverage for new business leads
Deep experience guiding C-level executives, influential people across industries, and organizations of all sizes through crisis situations
Ability to work across industries including public affairs, entertainment, technology, healthcare, consumer, etc
Extensive media relations experience and relationships at the highest levels
Exceptional judgment, discretion, and ability to navigate difficult situations
Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
Desire to build, lead, and mentor a team in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment

Responsibilities

Lead high-stakes crisis communications strategies for clients, from litigation and regulatory issues to executive transitions, reputational threats, workplace challenges, and rapid response needs
Serve as a trusted counselor to CEOs and leadership teams, offering clear, actionable advice
Work with Partners and senior leadership across the agency to provide strategic guidance and high-level crisis support
Drive agency growth by bringing in new business through personal network, handling inbound opportunities, and leading development of proposals/RFPs
Build and expand the crisis practice—setting the vision, refining the playbook, and elevating market presence
Lead, mentor, and inspire a team, fostering a culture of excellence, agility, and trust
Help lead team budgeting and staffing

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Crisis CommunicationsStrategic CommunicationsMedia RelationsBusiness DevelopmentClient Relationship ManagementLeadershipMentoringC-Suite AdvisoryPublic Affairs

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience level is required for the Head of Crisis Communications role?

The role requires a seasoned executive with 10–15+ years of proven success handling complex, high-pressure situations.

Is this position remote or office-based?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What salary or compensation does this role offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does the company culture feel like at Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis?

The company has a low-profile, under-the-radar digital footprint and fosters a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment focused on doing good and building practices.

What makes a strong candidate for this Head of Crisis Communications position?

Strong candidates have an entrepreneurial spirit, a strong network of C-suite contacts for new business, deep crisis experience across industries, and a passion for building and mentoring teams.

Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis

Public relations and brand consulting firm

About Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis

Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis offers full-service communications and narrative consulting, specializing in public relations, talent integration, and brand studio for various industries. The company shapes public image through earned, owned, and paid engagements, working with lifestyle, health, fashion, beauty, culinary, travel, and technology verticals, utilizing public relations strategies, talent integration techniques, and brand studio services for various industry verticals.

6 E 32nd St 3rd floor, New York, NY 10016, USAHeadquarters

1992Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Consulting, Social Impact, Consumer Goods, EntertainmentIndustries

201-500Employees