Highwire Public Relations - Charlotte, NC

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Senior
Hybrid - Charlotte, NC
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Vice President, Strategy at Highwire will play a pivotal role in leading the agency's strategy function, collaborating with internal teams and external clients to develop innovative, insight-driven strategies that address business challenges. Reporting to the EVP, Head of Strategy, this position involves guiding account teams, mentoring junior strategists, and ensuring strategic excellence across client engagements. The VP will also support new business efforts and contribute to the growth of the strategy function within the agency.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the EVP, Strategy to develop and implement strategic frameworks that address clients' business challenges.
  • Act as a co-leader on key accounts, providing strategic counsel and ensuring successful delivery of client objectives.
  • Lead strategic discovery sessions to gather insights and develop solutions that meet client needs.
  • Play a key role in the new business process, helping to develop engagement strategies and craft persuasive pitch narratives.
  • Mentor and guide junior strategists, helping to elevate their strategic thinking and client engagement skills.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of strategy into client campaigns.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in strategic communications, marketing, or related fields.
  • Demonstrated ability to create strategic frameworks and deliver integrated solutions.
  • Strong client-facing skills with the ability to build senior-level client relationships.
  • Experience working across disciplines, including digital marketing, creative, and analytics.
  • Proven success in supporting new business development and driving growth within existing accounts.
  • Strong leadership and mentorship skills.

Nice-to-haves

  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Merit-based bonuses and promotions
  • Hybrid work model
  • Excellent vacation policy including extended breaks
  • 401K Match
  • Medical and dental benefits/FSA
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Commuter Benefit
  • Home office equipment stipend
  • Growth Mindset Stipend of $100 annually for books, exhibitions, etc.
  • Technology reimbursement
  • Wellness benefit
  • Donation Match
  • Mentorship
  • Monthly recognition programs
  • Employee referral bonus
  • New business referral bonus
  • Quarterly Highwire fun events
  • Dog friendly work environment
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