Vice President, Cities & Public Affairs

ABOUT BERLINROSEN

BerlinRosen is a fast-growing, full-service consulting and communications firm with more than 300 communications and campaign strategists in New York, Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles. Since its founding in 2005, BerlinRosen has powerfully expanded its presence in corporate, social impact/ESG, nonprofit, entertainment, media, racial justice, healthcare, hospitality, real estate, architecture, design, urbanism, land use, lifestyle, technology, issue advocacy and workers’ rights communications. We have received more than 50 awards and recognitions, including being the only agency to be named #1 on Observer’s PR Power List for three consecutive years, #2 in City & State’s New York Political PR 75 (2024), PRNews’ Large PR Agency of the Year (2023; 2021), PR News’ Digital Firm of the Year (2023) and 5/5 Stars on Forbes’ latest Best PR Agencies in America list.

People of color, people with disabilities and women are strongly encouraged to apply. BerlinRosen is committed to building and maintaining a diverse staff, and recognizes that its continued success depends on hiring and retaining high-quality, creative professionals with a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Opportunities for advancement exist, and we are committed to helping all staff develop and grow.

ABOUT THE CITIES TEAM

BerlinRosen’s Cities practice comprises over 70 communications professionals who bring a unique campaign-style approach to strategic communications. We work with visionary clients in New York, Los Angeles and other major cities across the country on issues ranging from healthcare, urban planning, affordable housing, issue advocacy, social impact and progressive policy, public affairs, higher education, real estate, travel, lifestyle, arts & culture and more. Whether it’s winning community and political support, policy change, elevating new projects and brands or launching some of our city's most visited attractions, we help our clients shape the future of cities.

We work with leading advocacy organizations, award-winning institutions and major foundations including Regional Plan Association, New York Building Congress, Northwell Health, Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation and the New York Immigration Coalition.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

BerlinRosen is seeking an experienced public affairs strategist to join us as a Vice President. In this role, you will create strategies, manage campaigns and promote programs that drive media coverage, persuade stakeholders and grow coalitions in support of your clients’ public affairs priorities at the local, state and federal levels. You will work with a team of expert colleagues and oversee the day-to-day account flow by managing junior staff and client relations.

You will have the unique opportunity to join a talented and growing team working on an exciting mix of projects and issues facing the future of New York City and State, as well as locations around the country—including land use and urban planning, social equity, supportive, affordable and market-rate housing, clean energy, economic development and health care.

Role location: This role is based in our New York, N.Y. office on a hybrid basis. The Cities team is in-office 3 days per week.

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

As a Vice President on the Cities team, you will…

• Set and advance the communications strategy for multiple high-profile clients
• Develop and oversee integrated campaigns that leverage public affairs, media and digital tactics to reach key audiences and achieve client goals
• Engage and maintain strong relationships with key reporters
• Write and edit persuasive external and internal documents such as press releases, op-eds, fact sheets, talking points, editorial board memos and communications plans
• Mentor and lead staff through consistent feedback, monitoring results and supporting professional growth
• Drive business development and lead RFP responses

Essential skills:

• 7+ years of experience in strategic communications in relevant companies (building cities physically and culturally), political campaigns, government, media or journalism covering relevant sectors
• Thoughtful people management skills with experience leading diverse and inclusive teams and the ability to support professional growth through individualized techniques
• Creative problem-solving approach to strategies with an eye for each client’s unique history and goals
• Exceptional client-service skills that makes each client feel like they’re your highest priority
• Strong written and oral communications skills with impeccable editing eyes and can skillfully adapt your presentation style depending on your audience
• Expert multi-tasker with the ability to handle multiple assignments at once, work quickly and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment while paying close attention to details

Note: Interested in this role but it’s not quite the right match? Applicants who meet some but not all or exceed the above criteria are still encouraged to apply! We are eager to speak with candidates with diverse backgrounds and can assess role leveling on an individual basis.

WORKING AT BERLINROSEN

Compensation philosophy: BerlinRosen offers competitive industry rate salary bands with the goal of retaining and growing talented individuals. We regularly review and adjust our compensation structure as needed to ensure equity across teams and levels.

Salary range (commensurate with experience and skills): $130,000-$150,000

Vice Presidents are eligible for end of year bonuses based on firm, team and individual performance.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Pre-tax Health Savings Account Savings Plan (HSA-SP) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401K with a 4% employer match and no vesting period

• Generous paid time off (PTO)

  • 20 vacation days, 10 wellness days, 1 day for your birthday, collective PTO between Christmas and New Year’s Day, plus 11 holidays

• Pre-tax commuter benefits

• Mobile phone reimbursement for data and minutes

• Employer-funded life insurance

• Discounted annual bikeshare membership

• Corporate discounts through Tickets at Work

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