Executive Vice President, B2B Technology Communications

Zeno Group•Redwood City, CA

2d•$170,000 - $250,000

About The Position

Zeno Group is seeking a senior communications leader to lead its B2B client portfolio and advise major enterprise relationships. The Executive Vice President will shape Zeno’s B2B strategy, lead integrated communications programs across regions and practices, grow the business, and build a modern, high-performing team. The role combines portfolio and client leadership with strategic counsel to C-suite stakeholders. It includes developing communications strategies aligned with business priorities; translating complex enterprise technologies into compelling stories; overseeing integrated campaigns across earned, owned, paid and shared channels; and directing executive visibility, thought leadership and analyst relations. The EVP will use research, analytics and performance insights to connect communications outcomes to business objectives, while identifying opportunities to expand client engagements, leading new business pursuits and contributing to portfolio financial health. The EVP will attract, develop and retain talent, lead cross-office and cross-region teams, and contribute to agency leadership and culture. Zeno describes its culture as Fearless, Collaborative, Entrepreneurial, Inclusive, Kind and Ambitious. The listed national salary range is $170,000–$250,000 USD per year. Pay within the range depends on factors including location, qualifications, experience, specialist expertise and seniority. Other rewards may include health and welfare benefits, paid time off and bonus opportunities. Benefits described are available to non-temporary U.S. employees.

Requirements

18 or more years of experience in communications, public relations or corporate communications, including significant agency leadership experience.
Proven success leading and growing complex B2B and enterprise technology accounts and advising C-suite stakeholders.
Deep expertise in enterprise technology sectors such as cloud, AI, cybersecurity, SaaS or data platforms, or related industries.
Demonstrated success leading global communications programs across multiple markets and regions.
Experience developing integrated communications strategies that support business growth, reputation and market leadership.
Fluency across earned, owned, paid and shared channels, data and analytics, AI-enabled ways of working, content, social and creator engagement, and search and discoverability.
Strong understanding of executive communications, thought leadership and analyst relations, with relationships across leading industry analysts such as Gartner, Forrester and IDC.
Ability to translate complex technology topics into clear, compelling narratives for varied audiences.
Strong presentation, storytelling and client counseling skills, including experience guiding executive-level and boardroom discussions.
Proven experience growing client relationships, leading new business efforts and managing revenue and margin for a portfolio or practice.
Track record of building and leading multi-office teams, including attracting, mentoring and developing senior talent and future leaders.
Collaborative, inclusive leadership style and commitment to supporting and strengthening agency culture.
Curiosity about emerging technologies, evolving marketing and communications trends, and the future of B2B.

Nice To Haves

Experience measuring communications impact and connecting outcomes to business performance.
Experience leading global product launches or integrated communications programs across multiple regions.
Experience building or scaling a practice, including hiring, restructuring or integrating teams across regions.
Experience applying AI and data-driven tools to improve client work and agency operations.

Responsibilities

Own the strategy, performance and growth of Zeno’s B2B client portfolio, setting priorities, allocating talent and ensuring consistent excellence across accounts, practices and regions.
Serve as a trusted advisor to C-suite and other senior clients and stakeholders, developing integrated communications strategies aligned with business priorities.
Lead communications strategy across B2B and enterprise technology portfolios, translating complex technologies into compelling narratives for customers, media, analysts and other stakeholders.
Drive multi-channel integrated communications programs across earned, owned, paid and shared channels, partnering across practices and regions.
Direct executive communications and thought leadership programs and guide analyst engagement strategies.
Apply modern marketing approaches, including data, AI-enabled workflows, content, social and creator engagement, and search and discoverability; champion new approaches and their adoption by teams.
Use research, analytics and performance insights to refine strategy, demonstrate impact and connect communications outcomes to client business objectives.
Strengthen client partnerships, identify opportunities to expand engagements, lead new business pursuits and contribute to the financial health of the B2B portfolio.
Build, lead and mentor high-performing cross-office and cross-region teams; attract and retain talent and develop future leaders.
Model Zeno’s culture and contribute to senior agency leadership, strategy, reputation and ways of working.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance with prescription plans.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Paid Headspace subscription and access to mental health providers and other services through an employee assistance program.
Employee resource groups.
Generous vacation, paid holidays and self-care time.
401(k) plan.
Pretax flexible spending accounts.
Tuition assistance.
Life insurance.
Free access to a certified financial coach.
Monthly ZenoFit allowance for personal activities that support joy and health.
Bonus opportunities may be available.