VP, Public Relations, Biotech Investor Relations and External Communications

Precision AQ•New York, NY

22h

About The Position

The Vice President, Public Relations is a senior leadership role responsible for advancing client strategy, driving business growth, and delivering best‑in‑class earned communications programs across healthcare, biotechnology, and related sectors. This role serves as a trusted advisor providing high‑impact counsel that aligns strategy, reputation, and storytelling. The VP brings a combination of strategic communications expertise, strong business acumen, and executive presence. You will lead complex client engagements and play a critical role in organic growth, new business development, and team leadership. The VP role requires a high level of organization, proactivity, and creativity, with clear ownership and accountability for outcomes. It plays a key role in driving and coordinating high‑visibility, large‑scale initiatives for both the organization and its clients, and demands a strong business mindset. Success in this role depends on building trust through dependable communication and strong relationships, while balancing big‑picture strategic thinking with careful attention to detail in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field required
11–14+ years of relevant experience, including 8+ years in senior leadership or supervisory roles
Deep experience in healthcare, biotechnology, wellness, or highly regulated industries
Proven ability to advise C‑suite executives and manage sophisticated communications programs
Exceptional strategic thinking, communication, writing, and presentation skills
Deep understanding of the biotech landscape and a track record of delivering results
Strong experience and expertise in supporting clinical-stage and/or commercial biotech companies, including data milestones
Demonstrated leadership skills with experience building and developing teams
Strong business and financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and revenue growth
Demonstrated success driving new business and organic account expansion
Ability to lead multiple complex initiatives in a fast‑paced environment with minimal oversight
Strong research, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
Collaborative leadership style with high emotional intelligence
Digital and social media fluency across earned, owned, and integrated channels

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree or credential (MBA, CFA, or similar) strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as a hands-on senior client lead, acting as a strategic thought partner and trusted advisor
Lead multiple client accounts within defined revenue targets, ensuring excellence in execution and quality control
Develop and oversee customized public relations and corporate communications strategies that align with business objectives and market dynamics
Shape and drive integrated communications programs across key milestones, including clinical data, regulatory events, and corporate announcements
Leverage deep knowledge of the biotech and life sciences media landscape to lead efforts to secure impactful, top-tier, trade, and business coverage
Oversee development and review of communications materials, ensuring accuracy, relevance, consistency, and high standards across messaging, data, grammar, and tone
Provide counsel on complex, high‑stakes issues including corporate positioning, reputation management, thought leadership, and executive visibility
Anticipate challenges, troubleshoot issues, and maintain strong client satisfaction and retention
Bring established relationships across biotech, healthcare, and business media
Guide teams in translating complex science into clear, compelling narratives
Advise clients on how to position within an evolving and competitive biotech landscape
Stay ahead of industry, media, and stakeholder trends to inform proactive strategy
Support teams in developing media and market-informed strategies and execution plans
Drive organic account growth by identifying new workstreams, upsell opportunities, and expanded scope opportunities
Lead or co‑lead new business efforts, including strategy development, pitch leadership, and client presentations
Develop insight‑ and data‑driven strategies that clearly articulate value and business impact
Confidently present capabilities, case studies, and proposals to prospective clients through compelling storytelling
Own financial health of assigned accounts, including budget development, forecasting, staffing alignment, and scope management
Ensure work is delivered within fee and expense agreements; proactively recommend scope changes when necessary
Partner closely with Finance and leadership to manage revenue projections and staffing utilization
Review and approve timesheets and train teams on fiscal responsibility and best practices
Lead, mentor, and develop high‑performing teams across levels, fostering growth, accountability, and strategic thinking
Manage and mentor direct reports, including performance feedback, career development, and goal setting
Collaborate with other public and investor relations senior leaders to ensure seamless integration across teams and disciplines
Attract, retain, and develop top talent while cultivating a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture
Champion thought leadership through bylines, speaking engagements, panels, awards, and industry visibility
Bring forward‑looking industry insights to clients and internal teams
Represent the organization professionally within the healthcare, communications, and finance‑adjacent ecosystems