The Director is responsible for the management of large/ Multiple client relationships. He/She is responsible for managing a book of business through the management of client projects, supervising project teams, allocating resources, and delegating projects and tasks effectively.
This role requires a firm grasp of strategy and planning skills to meet client\'s objectives, develop communication plans, and manage budgets. Building new business opportunities is also integral to this position, including finding way to grow existing projects.
The Director interfaces with all levels of staff, participates in management meetings, serves as the primary client contact and manages the client relationship, and is brought in to resolve client issues on smaller accounts managed by Associate Directors or Consultants.
Requirements:
A minimum of 10 years of PR/strategic communications, public affairs or media experience - agency experience is a plus
Bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field or equivalent
Solid project management experience and a proven ability to manage multiple projects and client initiatives and teams of both junior and senior colleagues in a fast-paced environment
Previous experience developing and leading strategic communications (corporate communications, issues management, internal communications, crisis communications, etc.) plans across various industries and subject areas (healthcare, food and consumer goods, travel, technology, transportation, energy, etc.)