Vice President, Public Relations (Cybersecurity)

Method Communications•Boston, MA

14h•$130,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Vice President is a senior-level manager who leads and executes work across a diverse portfolio of technology client accounts, with a primary focus on Cybersecurity accounts. The VP remains actively engaged in client work and serves as a leader for clients, teams, and the agency. The role collaborates with People Operations, Finance, and Operations on internal agency initiatives; advises clients; helps grow Method’s business; and manages and mentors early-career team members. The position provides strategic account guidance, leads client programs and teams, supports new business and organic growth, and contributes to account and agency management. It also participates in agency leadership, including team development, performance management, internal communications, and delivery of Method’s Concierge Service Delivery approach. The role can be performed in a hybrid arrangement, two days per week, for people based in San Francisco, New York City, Salt Lake City, or Boston.

Requirements

Typically 8–10 years of public relations experience, or equivalent expertise and education, with significant agency-side experience.
Demonstrated experience working with Cybersecurity firms and understanding their communication needs, investment processes, and stakeholder requirements.
Proven experience building and executing integrated communications programs for B2B technology brands aligned with business goals.
Strong ability to grow a practice area or account.
Experience leading and growing a multidisciplinary team.
A deep network of relationships with journalists, analysts, and influencers in Cybersecurity and other technology sectors.
Ability to manage others and oversee multiple direct reports, supporting both hard- and soft-skill development.
Expert-level editing and writing capabilities.
Passion for the work and commitment to developing skills and helping team members learn.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic guidance to clients and team leads on researched PR and integrated marketing programs, including handling sensitive client issues, solving problems, and adapting direction.
Act as the day-to-day account lead for Cybersecurity and other B2B technology clients.
Oversee development of goals for internal team members and clients, and lead teams in executing client strategies.
Coach and support account supervisors and account directors in helping teams collaborate and produce high-quality work.
Lead teams in developing strong written content and newsworthy creative pitches aligned with client business objectives, and maintain and grow media relationships.
Use professional networks to enhance the Method brand and grow its client and service portfolios.
Lead new-business pitches and ensure presentations are well researched, prepared, and polished.
Support organic growth by expanding client scopes of work.
Review and analyze budgets, financial reports, and trends in partnership with the executive and leadership teams.
Participate in account staffing and evaluate team structures to maximize account quality and profitability.
Work with local and national executive teams to support agency revenue goals.
Provide input on agency decisions relating to new business, best practices, client service, and performance management.
Work with People Operations to motivate and lead a high-performing team, contribute to attracting, recruiting, and retaining team members, and provide clear, constructive feedback.
Mentor designated direct reports, ensure annual and mid-year reviews are completed, and help set career development goals.
Maintain an active presence and provide guidance to support effective internal communications and Method’s business strategy.
Execute and demonstrate Method’s Concierge Service Delivery approach with clients and teams.

Benefits

Flexible, hybrid work
Generous vacation and wellness time accruals
1.5 weeks of full office closure
Paid holidays and two floating holidays
Telecom stipend
Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-paid Health Savings Account (HSA)
401(k) plan with employer match up to 4%
Employee Assistance Program with three confidential, face-to-face counseling sessions per issue per year
Paid family leave
$500 annual wellness stipend after six months of employment
$1,500 professional development stipend after two years of employment
Four weeks of paid sabbatical after five years of employment
Leadership development and virtual training opportunities