Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility empathy is progress and curiosity is momentum.
At Edelman we understand diversity equity inclusion and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues our company our clients and our communities. We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all reflects and represents the world in which we live and fosters trust collaboration and belonging.
Edelman Indias Corporate team builds effective programs from global campaigns to hyper-local grassroots efforts on behalf of corporations industry associations coalitions government agencies and other organizations. Together with subject matter experts across these industries and specialists from Edelmans planning digital analytics creative and research teams we develop integrated corporate reputation public affairs advocacy and brand campaigns that help our clients promote their brands and policy positions protect their reputations and license to operate and influence public perceptions and policy outcomes.
Were searching for a dedicated talented resourceful and flexible professionalto join our team as a Vice President - who will operate in the reputation sphere (particularly on Logistics / Infra / Energy / Real Estate segments) follow trends across industries to inform client strategy. The role will have exposure to and deep experience with a range of communications capabilities including corporate and crisis communications reputation and issues management public affairs and influencer engagement storytelling and media relations digital and social and research and planning. As a team lead this role will coach and mentor staff to ensure quality product delivery to clients and be actively involved to help get the work done.
Primary Responsibilties:
Leverage deep reputation and communications expertise related to our clients business culture structure goals and related issues and strategiesusing this knowledge to provide sound strategic counsel and ensure superb execution on behalf of clients
Thoughtfully counsel clients based on broad communications landscape and business goals; take immediate action on client feedback
Advise clients on issues impacting their space including trade infrastructure climate change
Manage large and small teams ensuring optimal financial performance high-quality work effective processes and client satisfaction
Provide counsel guidance and leadership to junior staff ensuring their and the teams success by overseeing work quality and productivity
Seek and suggest process improvements talent needs and other initiatives aimed at affecting positive change
Lead new business efforts and key pitches including program and budget development as well as staffing plans
Contribute to organic and new business growth by introducing clients to new capabilities building network of industry contacts and participating in relevant professional organizations
Contribute to the development of other Edelman IP including thought pieces and the sharing of best practices across account teams and the Edelman network
Key Qualifications:
13 years of relevant experience in communications / related fields (e.g. consulting journalism)
8 years of PR agency experience
Experience with consulting for corporates / conglomerates is desired but not required
Core Competencies:
The ability to elucidate client needs elevate their thinking and ensure a mutually beneficial professional relationship
Ability to engage and inspire confidence at the C-Suite level
The ability to navigate internal client politics with decorum and hold your own with tough clients
The ability and desire to navigate complexity exercise creative problem-solving skills and think on your feet
Excellent instincts and judgment; grace under pressure
Results-driven and solutions-oriented perspective
Strong presentation skills and ability to lead group discussions while encouraging the thoughtful participation of others
Exceptional project management skills with a passion for constant and iterative improvements/streamlining of operations and processes to make the group and your client teams more efficient and nimble
Experience managing teams and helping junior and mid-level staff develop with their professional development and career pathing
We are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt perfectly align with every qualification we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
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