Executive Vice President - Corporate Communications, Crisis & Reputation Management

Porter Novelli•Boston, NY

23d•$270,000 - $315,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Porter Novelli is a global communication company with offices across the US and internationally in London, Mexico City, and Toronto. In a shifting landscape of audience power, our global network of sharp minds leverages our world-class smart data as we decode change, navigate culture, and deepen authenticity to unlock value for our clients. We believe that our culture is the beating heart of Porter Novelli. We have cultivated a vibrant environment where individuals come together to form a dynamic and supportive community. We celebrate the unique perspectives and experiences that each team member brings to the table. The Role With a strategic vision to accelerate revenue growth from both existing and new clients, Porter Novelli seeks an ambitious, growth-minded Executive Vice President (EVP) to lead our Corporate Communications, Crisis, and Reputation Management practice. This is a pivotal senior leadership position that will be responsible for fueling our work product, elevating the agency’s capabilities, building client relationships, propelling market reputation, leading and mentoring a team of promising practitioners, and driving growth. The EVP will also serve as a senior Crisis Counselor across the agency, complementing the support of our President and Chief Client Officer. The ideal candidate will come with experience in B2b, technology, transportation, mobility, and automotive brands – and have strong general enterprise experience. They should also have fluency in communications innovation and the role new technologies play in modern communication programs.

Requirements

Minimum 15 years’ experience in crisis communications, corporate communications, or reputation management.
Proven track record of building strong client relationships and delivering programs that exceed client expectations.
Demonstrated success in driving business growth, winning new accounts, and increasing agency competitiveness in high-value reviews.
Fluency in communications innovation and the role new technologies play in modern communications plans.
Significant experience providing senior-level counsel in complex crisis and issues management situations.
Deep understanding of the evolving media, digital, and AI landscape as it relates to reputation management.
Strong leadership, mentoring, and team development skills.
Excellent communication, presentation, and client-facing skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in litigation communications and/or public affairs is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

Serve as a senior counselor to clients across issues and crisis management, corporate reputation, and strategic communications, developing and executing programs that protect and enhance client brands.
Provide hands-on crisis leadership and counsel for high-profile clients, with direct responsibility for accounts across different industries.
Identify, pursue, and win new business opportunities—targeting major national and global brand.
Play a leadership role in agency reviews, proposal development, and presentations.
Drive growth and long-term engagements with existing clients, ensuring exceptional service and strategic value to reduce churn and maximize retention.
Mentor and develop team members, building a bench of future leaders and ensuring the team reaches its full potential.
Champion innovative approaches to reputation management, including digital and AI advancements, and establish yourself as a thought leader within the agency and the industry.
Oversee financial performance and profitability for your client portfolio, ensuring strong utilization and optimized staff allocation across practices and offices.
Share knowledge and drive best practices across the agency’s Corporate Communications and Reputation Management teams.
Maintain deep knowledge of clients’ businesses and industries, proactively identifying risks and opportunities.
Promote a culture of high performance, accountability, and collaboration across all teams.