Vice President, Public Relations (B2B Technology)

Vice Presidents of B2B Technology at Highwire serve as leaders as part of Highwires B2B Technology Industry Sector Team helping shape strategy drive growth and deliver impactful communications programs for the worlds most innovative and influential B2B technology brands. They oversee a portfolio of complex high-value accounts lead senior client relationships and guide teams in delivering consistent exceptional results.

This role represents a leadership opportunity for strategic hands-on communications professionals with 10 years of agency experience and deep fluency in the B2B technology ecosystemspanning enterprise software artificial intelligence cloud infrastructure SaaS platforms developer tools data and analytics and the full spectrum of B2B technology innovation. Vice Presidents mentor teams contribute to thought leadership and play an important role in new business development talent growth and the continued evolution of Highwires B2B Technology Industry Sector Team.

Key Responsibilities

Practice & Client Leadership

• Serve as a lead for a portfolio of key B2B technology accounts setting strategic direction and ensuring best-in-class delivery.
• Advise clients across enterprise software artificial intelligence cloud infrastructure SaaS platforms developer tools data and analytics compliance technology and emerging B2B technology categories.
• Define and oversee integrated multi-channel communications strategies that build brand authority trust and long-term market leadership in one of the most competitive and fast-moving technology environments.
• Provide executive-level counsel on messaging positioning reputation management issues response and navigating rapidly evolving market dynamicsfrom AI disruption to global regulatory and compliance shifts.
• Guide teams in translating complex B2B technology concepts into clear compelling and business-relevant stories for audiences ranging from C-suite executives and boards of directors to developers and technical buyers.
• Own senior client relationships acting as a trusted advisor and escalation point while ensuring client satisfaction retention and expansion.
• Identify and drive organic growth opportunities across existing accounts including expanded thought leadership research-driven storytelling and executive visibility programs.
• Oversee financial performance for assigned accounts including budgets forecasting staffing models and margin management.

Media Thought Leadership & Market Influence

• Contribute to Highwires point of view on B2B technology trends including AI acceleration increasing security and compliance demands fragmented media landscapes and evolving buying committee dynamics.
• Maintain and deepen relationships with top-tier B2B technology enterprise trade business and policy media as well as analysts and key industry influencers.
• Oversee thought leadership programs grounded in market intelligence proprietary data product innovation and timely industry insights that cut through AI-generated noise and position clients as authoritative voices.
• Guide executive visibility strategies including media training keynote placements bylined content and conference speaking opportunities for C-suite executives founders and technical leaders.
• Support integrated amplification strategies across earned owned and social channels to extend the reach of product launches research and executive commentary connecting with decision-makers across the buying cycle.
• Represent Highwire and its clients at major B2B technology industry events and conferences (e.g. AWS re:Invent Gartner IT Symposium Salesforce Dreamforce Microsoft Ignite and relevant enterprise and developer forums).

Agency Operations Leadership & Growth

• Lead mentor and develop account teams setting a high standard for strategic thinking client service and quality.
• Support team growth through recruitment coaching performance management and professional development.
• Play a key role in new business development contributing to pitch strategy proposal development and client presentations.
• Partner with agency leadership and peers to support Highwires B2B Technology Industry Sector Team go-to-market efforts and service evolution including collaboration across cybersecurity health financial services and energy practices.
• Contribute to agency marketing initiatives including award submissions case studies and promotion of proprietary B2B technology research and market intelligence.
• Champion Highwires culture of inclusion empowerment collaboration and continuous improvement and uphold the firms commitment to DIBs (Diversity Inclusion & Belonging).

Success Factors

• 10 years of PR or strategic communications experience with significant agency leadership experience (required).
• Deep expertise leading communications for B2B technology companies including enterprise software AI cloud SaaS data and analytics developer platforms or compliance technology.
• Proven success owning and scaling integrated multi-channel communications programs for complex high-growth B2B technology clients navigating long buying cycles and diverse buying committees.
• Strong command of the B2B technology media landscape analyst community (e.g. Gartner Forrester IDC) and key industry influencers.
• Demonstrated ability to craft data-informed creativity-driven narratives that rise above market noise and connect with decision-makers from the boardroom to the developer community.
• Exceptional strategic writing editing and storytelling capabilities with fluency in translating technical complexity into business impact.
• Demonstrated experience providing executive-level client counsel and managing senior stakeholder relationships including C-suite and board-level engagement.
• Track record of building mentoring and retaining high-performing teams.
• Strong business acumen including experience with forecasting resourcing and revenue growth.
• Experience supporting and winning new business in a competitive agency environment.
• Confident collaborative and decisive leader with a passion for B2B technology innovation and the evolving dynamics of enterprise buying and influence.
• Thrives in a fast-paced high-growth environment while balancing strategic and operational priorities across a diverse portfolio of technology clients.

The salary range for this position is $130000 to $195000 with the final offer based on a combination of factors including education relevant experience skills prior training internal equity and local geographic market data. This role also includes a competitive benefits package with medical dental and vision coverage 401(k) matching generous paid time off and additional perks designed to support your overall well-being and growth. #LI-Hybrid

About Highwire

Highwire is a strategic marketing communications agency at the intersection of innovation and industry. We partner with ambitious companies and established brands to navigate complexity lead markets and grow with purpose. With integrated expertise in strategic marketing and communications corporate reputation creative and insights we cut through the noise to deliver bold ideas and measurable impact across B2B technology healthcare cybersecurity energy professional and financial services and more.

At Highwire we believe that storytelling fuels transformation. We know that the most impactful stories represent all voices and perspectives. As a values-driven agency we foster an inclusive environment where everyoneregardless of age race/ethnicity size shape gender identity sexual orientation religion and different abilitiescan feel safe celebrated and worthy.

We ensure that every Highwire Walker has the requisite support to soar in their careers. Our commitment to diversity inclusion and belonging is foundational and embedded in our business and culture. We aspire to change our industry and build a better future for all.

Our people-first culture is driven by four core values:

• Team Empowerment
• Growth Mindset
• Inclusion Always
• Fierce Distinction

Were looking for individuals with big ideas strong opinions and the energy to bring them to life. If you thrive in an environment that values personal accountability high standards and boundless motivation this is the opportunity for you. Be part of our award-winning culture and contribute to an exciting and growing business where you can make a real impact.

Highwire. Above all.

Our people-first culture is reflected in the meaningful benefits flexibility and support we offer:

• Competitive salary with merit-based opportunities for growth
• Flexible hybrid work model tailored to your schedule and lifestyle
• Generous vacation policy including extended summer and winter breaks
• Early log-off on Fridays through our Empower Hours program
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage plus FSA options
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Annual Growth Mindset stipend for books events or learning experiences
• Monthly technology reimbursement
• Wellness benefit program for mental and physical health
• 501c3 donation matching program
• Mentorship and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Monthly recognition and team celebrations
• Employee referral and new business referral bonuses
• Quarterly Highwire events and team gatherings
• Dog-friendly office environment
• A supportive inclusive and collaborative workplace where you can grow and do your best work

Location & Work Environment

Highwire offers both remote and hybrid work options depending on where you live.

Hybrid: Candidates located within commuting distance of our New York NY or San Francisco CA offices follow a hybrid schedule with three in-office days per week.

Remote: We hire for fully remote roles in the following states: California Colorado Connecticut Florida Georgia Illinois Iowa Kansas Maryland Massachusetts Michigan New Hampshire New Jersey New York North Carolina Ohio Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina Tennessee Texas Utah Virginia Washington and Washington D.C..

Please note: We are only able to consider candidates who reside in one of the locations listed above at the time of hire.

Join the Highwire team

If youre inspired by the opportunity to shape meaningful stories and grow alongside a team that values innovation accountability and inclusion apply below to start the conversation.

Please note: This posting may be used to build our talent pipeline connect with top professionals in the industry or extend reach across multiple locations. We welcome all interested candidates to apply and explore opportunities at Highwire!