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Vice President Corporate Communications Issues Management

Clevelcrossing, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Vice President Corporate Communications Issues Management

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Chicago, IL, United States

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Mar 24, 2022 Profile: Hill Knowlton Strategies is seeking a dynamic Vice President with strong Corporate Communications and Issues Management experience to join an elite embedded global client team in Chicago. This position will serve as one of the lead client managers in the U.S., partner with inter-agency leads, and manage junior team members in a highly collaborative, multi-disciplinary group. Responsibilities: Independently lead day-to-day account operations and serve as a primary client contact. Cultivate and build account relationships with key day-to-day clients; nurture and grow the partnership over time. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of client business, industry competition, and relevant media. Develop and deploy strategic, proactive communications that deliver the client’s message regarding an initiative or issue. Identify and target specific audiences for communications regarding specific initiatives or issues. Provide client counsel and management on communications implications of an issue and its potential impact on corporate reputation. Research innovation and external best practices to manage and translate complex ideas, issues, and initiatives into strategic communication solutions. Maintain an awareness and detailed knowledge of developments in the business, including major projects impacting the enterprise. Track and monitor the effect of communications to ensure continual process improvement. Basic Qualifications: 10 years of PR agency/in-house experience in corporate reputation management. Undergraduate degree in PR, Communications, Journalism, Media Studies, or related field. Experience communicating externally to media, NGOs, financial analysts, government officials, and community groups; strong top-tier media relationships a plus. Experience collaborating with internal and external resources to develop strategies that meet established goals on time and within budget. Superior writing, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Budget and junior team management experience. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in pharmaceutical, pharmacy, and/or retail industries. Experience working for a large, national organization. Bachelor’s Degree and at least 7 years of experience with internal and external corporate communication strategies. What’s in it for you? Competitive benefits package, including vacation allotment, 401(k) matching, medical/dental/vision support, fitness reimbursement, and professional development opportunities. A career working with a growing team that is helping clients address some of the world’s toughest health challenges. An inspiring, passionate, driven, fun, and creative team culture. About:

Hill Knowlton Strategies is an international public relations company with over 85 offices worldwide. We believe that every corporation, brand, and client has a public, and today’s public demands truth, transparency, and high behavioral standards. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Hill Knowlton Strategies does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, creed, color, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, national origin, or ancestry.

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