Vice President - Corporate (Rep) at Daniel J Edelman Holdings

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

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Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Logistics, Infrastructure, Energy, Real EstateIndustries

Requirements

13+ years of relevant experience in communications / related fields (e.g., consulting, journalism)
8+ years of PR agency experience
Experience with consulting for corporates / conglomerates is desired but not required
Core competencies: Ability to elucidate client needs, elevate their thinking and ensure a mutually beneficial professional relationship
Ability to engage and inspire confidence at the C-Suite level
Ability to navigate internal client politics with decorum and hold your own with tough clients
Ability and desire to navigate complexity, exercise creative problem-solving skills and think on your feet

Responsibilities

Leverage deep reputation and communications expertise related to clients’ business, culture, structure, goals and related issues and strategies—using this knowledge to provide sound strategic counsel and ensure superb execution on behalf of clients
Thoughtfully counsel clients based on broad communications landscape and business goals; take immediate action on client feedback
Advise clients on issues impacting their space, including trade, infrastructure, climate change
Manage large and small teams, ensuring optimal financial performance, high-quality work, effective processes and client satisfaction
Provide counsel, guidance and leadership to junior staff, ensuring their and the team’s success by overseeing work quality and productivity
Seek and suggest process improvements, talent needs, and other initiatives aimed at affecting positive change
Lead new business efforts and key pitches, including program and budget development, as well as staffing plans
Contribute to organic and new business growth by introducing clients to new capabilities, building network of industry contacts, and participating in relevant professional organizations
Contribute to the development of other Edelman IP, including thought pieces, and the sharing of best practices across account teams and the Edelman network

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

corporate communicationscrisis communicationsreputation managementissues managementpublic affairsadvocacymedia relationsinfluencer engagementstorytellingdigital communicationssocial mediaresearchplanning

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Vice President - Corporate (Rep) position?

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Is this a remote position, or is there a specific location requirement?

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What key skills and experience are required for this role?

The role requires deep expertise in reputation and communications, particularly in Logistics/Infra/Energy/Real Estate segments, with experience in corporate and crisis communications, reputation and issues management, public affairs, influencer engagement, storytelling, media relations, digital and social, and research and planning. Candidates should also have team leadership skills to coach and mentor staff.

What is the company culture like at Edelman?

Edelman's culture thrives on boldness as possibility, empathy as progress, and curiosity as momentum, with a strong emphasis on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) to foster trust, collaboration, and an equitable workplace.

What makes a strong candidate for this Vice President role?

A strong candidate is dedicated, talented, resourceful, and flexible, with deep reputation expertise in specific sectors, proven team leadership to coach staff and manage teams, and experience leading new business pitches and providing strategic counsel.

Daniel J Edelman Holdings

Develops marketing strategies for Microsoft

About Daniel J Edelman Holdings

Working at Daniel J. Edelman Holdings offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of developing comprehensive marketing and communications strategies. This company’s focus on media relations, social media, data analytics, and influencer collaborations in partnership with a major industry player like Microsoft illustrates a strong alignment with technology and strategic growth. The environment encourages collaboration and innovation, allowing employees to hone their skills in a cutting-edge and dynamic sector.

Seattle, WA, USAHeadquarters

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51-200Employees