DeVries, a culture-first communications agency, is seeking a Vice President to provide corporate communications counsel and manage day-to-day responsibilities. The VP will play a key role in growing the agency’s corporate communications assignments and the staff’s corporate communications skills. They will lead corporate communications-heavy accounts as the primary client partner and agency team leader.
Role involves:
Storytelling and positioning
Activation plan development
Corporate sponsorships and executive speaking engagements
Media relations
Social media strategy
Internal communications
Corporate affairs management
Medical affairs communications
R&D communications
Client service
Requirements:
8+ years of experience in corporate communications
Experience developing and executing corporate reputation programs
Relationships with marketing and industry organizations
Advanced knowledge of top-tier business and NY media
Well-developed skills in building and maintaining traditional and digital media relationships
Ability to engage with and counsel senior-level decision-makers
Demonstrated experience working directly with clients and managing teams
Superior writing skills
Entrepreneurial attitude
Role offers:
Opportunity to grow the agency’s corporate communications assignments
DeVries Global is a mid-sized, award-winning agency within the Interpublic Group (IPG), specializing in culture-led influence marketing for iconic consumer brands. With a 40-year history, the agency operates in major world markets, including New York, Shanghai, London, and Singapore. DeVries offers services spanning brand planning, earned media, and influencer marketing, with expertise in consumer, healthcare, beauty, and lifestyle categories. The agency focuses on insight-based storytelling, data-driven strategies, and helping clients achieve aspirational market positions.