SVP, Healthcare Communications
$195k - $234k USD
About Us
At We., we've spent decades at the intersection of technology and humanity, bridging the gap between what businesses create and how people experience those creations. We've learned that beneath even the most unruly situations — whether it's a global crisis, an emerging technology, or a sweeping organizational change—lies a simple human need. That need could be for trust, connection, safety, or a sense of purpose. But it’s always there. And it is only by uncovering these truths that we can make real, meaningful progress.
About this Role
This role is responsible for providing senior leadership within our specific sectors supporting a number of accounts. The SVP will report to the EVP of the sector and President at our agency. This role will partner with executive leaders to navigate complex business environments and strategically counsel major clients. This position will provide client and business management counsel, serve as a senior leadership team member to set direction and collaborate effectively across the consumer and technology sector while overseeing a team across multiple offices including specific teams.
Responsibilities
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In partnership with several other executives to build out corporate capabilities.
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Accountable for multiple accounts serving as an owner, communications adviser, and strategist to senior executives leveraging expertise in executive communications, storytelling and broadcast to drive story ideas and input to accounts.
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Continue to own and manage specific teams, driving strategy and overseeing business plan execution and delivery of measurable results.
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Maintain and expand relationships with critical media and influencers in the Market advising clients on where they need to focus their resources.
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Drive client management and satisfaction across programs, storytelling programs across channels – paid, earned, owned, and share out point of view on influence.
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Cultivate relationships with a range of influencers, from media to advocacy groups and develop a strong understanding of the landscape and a unique point of view regarding how clients can best engage these audiences
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Serve as the Tech lead/expert in new business development that require a presence while continuing to represent specific teams, and bringing a storytelling expertise to multiple teams, clients, and prospects.
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Creating and sustaining strong collaboration and integration with agency leaders including other technology sector leads and across the market.
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Overseeing a team across multiple offices that provides high-quality integrated communications services; sustaining the agency’s growth by attracting and developing people through coaching, mentoring, and active team leadership. Build/Mentor/Select staff members regarding storytelling and media prowess.
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Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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15+ years of Communications experience required.
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Minimum of 10-12 years’ experience in Technology communications or related area of expertise; with at least 5+ years leading teams preferred.
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Previous experience with financial models and P&L or budget responsibility.
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Previous experience working in a highly collaborative, diplomatic, influential and persuasive environment; Ability to be a magnet for clients, partners, employees.
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Proven ability to attract, inspire, develop and lead other senior leaders. Track record for building lasting teams that are highly skilled and have staying power.
Preferred Qualifications
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Travel: High travel requirements and ability to be in market frequently, up to 40%
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Solid organizational and leadership skills.
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Self-motivated and able to adapt quickly to changing priorities and tight deadlines.
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Possess exceptional communications skills.
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Client and business environment, Customer service orientation is a must. Job pressure may exist.
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Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week
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Experience working globally and with colleagues in multiple locations
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Strong presentation and consulting skills along with the ability to read, write and speak English
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Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
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Compensation
The base annual salary range for this role, applicable across all U.S. locations, is outlined below. The actual salary may vary based on several factors such as business requirements, job responsibilities, skills, experience, and geographical location.
Salary Range
$195,000—$234,000 USD
Benefits
As part of our commitment to the success and well-being of our team, regular employees working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for the following benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Pretax accounts including HSA (company match), Medical & Dependent Care FSA
- Generous time off including PTO, Holidays, Annual Wellness Break, Summer Fridays and Personal Days
- Short & Long-Term Disability, paid by company
- Parental Leave, up to 12 weeks for birthing and non-birthing parent
- Caregiver Leave, up to 2 weeks to help eligible family member with serious health condition
- Community Engagement, up to 24 hours
- Bi-annual Wellness Credits, up to $300 per year
- Support with home office equipment
- Monthly Technology Credit (to offset internet / phone costs)
- 401(k) Traditional and Roth options with company match
- Learning and Development Programs for our employees
Equal Opportunity: We. provides equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against an employee or applicant because of age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or other legally protected class status.
Diversity and Inclusion: We. values a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to creating a workplace where everyone thrives. We promote an atmosphere in which diversity of people and ideas are welcomed and valued. Diversity includes differences in race, religion, gender identity or expression, age, lifestyle, ethnic background and sexual orientation as well as differences in experiences and ideas.
North America non-remote employees are required to come into the office 3 days a week.