Managing Director/Vice President of Public Relations

Position Overview

As a Managing Director of Gateway PR, you will lead business and organizational development for a fast-growing, full-service public relations firm. The ideal candidate will have experience growing and managing teams, directing PR strategy and plans for clients, and overseeing the administration of PR campaigns. The Managing Director will lead new business development, operational management decisions, and discussions on corporate strategy.

Gateway’s clients span across B2B Tech, CleanTech, AI, Fintech, EV, Software, Property Technology, Insurance, Healthcare, Manufacturing, CPG, and more.

This position is open to in office, hybrid, or remote arrangements. 

Responsibilities

• Lead public relations strategic planning and execution for PR clients.
• Ensure all plans (client or otherwise) and programs are executed on-time and within agreed upon budgets.
• Ensure client satisfaction and resolve challenges as needed. Conduct regular client reviews with strategic accounts.
• Maintain and grow client relationships and revenue, as well as contracting and invoicing. Assist in building sector and capabilities expertise and new offerings.
• Find strategic means to expand scope of work or bring new services to clients.
• Build firm’s market position by locating, developing, and closing business relationships.
• Oversee operations of PR agency function including budgeting and planning.
• Guide staff development and promote a culture of high performance.
• Help recruit, manage, and develop top talent.
• Work with leadership team and staff to identify challenges and define and execute appropriate strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience working in PR/Communications, with at least some time spent in an agency setting.
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in building, coaching, and motivating a team of communications specialists.
• Experience in business development.
• Experience with communications tracking software (Cision, Meltwater, Sprinklr, Spredfast, etc.)

Employee Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus plan
• Company-sponsored medical insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Employer match for IRA retirement plan
• Paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave
• Company-sponsored cell phone plan
• On-site, complimentary corporate gym access
• On-site café, convenience store and executive car wash
• Centrally located office near John Wayne Airport, major freeway commutes, shopping, and restaurants
• Fun, social office environment (ping pong skills a plus, but not required)

Gateway Group