DeVries is a mid-sized, culture-first communications agency that combines the fast-moving, client-centric culture of a boutique with a global footprint across three regions: North America, Europe and Asia. With our HQ in New York City, our locations include Beijing, Berlin, Hong Kong, Los Angeles, London, Shanghai, Singapore and Taipei. We are dedicated to decoding culture to unlock sustained, meaningful influence for brands.
DeVries is seeking a Senior Vice President with a strong background in client management. The Senior Vice President plays a critical role in determining the future and long-term success of the agency. Responsible for leading the client relationship, recommending programs and activities coordinating with client's goals, effectively delegating projects, offering counsel to team members and allocating agency resources to match client budgets. He/she will also be engaged with business development, strategic program planning, and the development of creative concepts.
Primary Responsibilities
Drive strategic and day-to-day client relations for multiple clients in the beauty and consumer space.
Develop and maintain strong and consistent interpersonal relationships with senior clients and agency teams.
Develop campaigns, messaging and content across several different audiences and geographies.
Manage and execute content development.
Support cross-company integration on various accounts and across skillsets.
Project management of client work, campaign execution.
Work closely with agency leadership on running the business, including managing client budgets and staff capacity/allocation.
Develop, mentor and lead large cross-functional teams.
Lead and participate in new business efforts.
Aptitude for financial analysis.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor’s Degree
Professional Experience
13+ years related professional experience
Success Factors
Can turn ideas into workable plans
Proficient in conveying ownership of assigned projects to junior team members
Expertise in solving conflict
Can mobilize and motivate teams
Can work independently
Excellent oral and written business communication skills
Aptitude for financial analysis
Can complete challenging projects within set parameters
Exceptional judgment when working with team members, client contacts and vendors
Can successfully “sell” additional services or negotiate additional funding for projects
Adeptness in showing commitment and dedication to the agency’s success as well as individual career
Can anticipate client and team needs
Attention to detail and quality
Can solve problems
Mastery in impressing new business prospects
Salary range: $150,000 - $250,000
DeVries has included the base salary range or hourly rate for this role. Actual compensation offered within the range will depend upon, among other factors: a candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience; actual ranges for current or former employees in the role; and market considerations.
DeVries is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. DeVries recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.
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