Senior Vice President PR

Job Title: Senior Vice President – Public Relations

Location: Mumbai

Experience: 18–22 Years

About the Role

We are seeking an accomplished Senior Vice President – Public Relations to lead and drive strategic communications for a diverse portfolio of clients. This role requires a seasoned PR leader with exceptional business acumen, strong client relationships, and a proven ability to lead high-performing teams while driving business growth.

The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in a leading PR agency, possess excellent media relationships, and be capable of providing strategic counsel to senior leadership and marquee clients across sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee strategic communication mandates for key national and multinational clients.
• Build, manage, and strengthen long-term relationships with CXOs, promoters, and senior stakeholders.
• Drive new business development through networking, client acquisition, and successful pitch presentations.
• Develop and execute integrated communication strategies, corporate reputation programs, and thought leadership initiatives.
• Lead crisis communication and reputation management assignments.
• Mentor, coach, and develop senior account leadership teams to deliver best-in-class client servicing.
• Oversee multiple client accounts, ensuring strategic direction, operational excellence, and profitability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated communication solutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior editors, journalists, and key media stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for business expansion and account growth.
• Monitor industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging communication opportunities.
• Own revenue targets, profitability, forecasting, and overall business performance for the assigned vertical.
• Represent the agency at industry events, leadership forums, and client engagements.

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional leadership and people management skills.
• Strong business development and revenue generation capabilities.
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven expertise in corporate communications, reputation management, and crisis communications.
• Outstanding presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Deep understanding of traditional, digital, and integrated communication strategies.
• Strong media relations and an established network across business and mainstream media.
• Commercial mindset with experience managing large client portfolios and P&L.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, and client-centric environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related discipline.
• 18–22 years of experience in a leading Public Relations or Integrated Communications agency.
• Proven track record of managing large accounts, leading senior teams, and driving sustainable business growth.

What We're Looking For

• A strategic leader who inspires teams and builds lasting client relationships.
• A business-focused professional with a strong track record of winning and growing accounts.
• A trusted communications advisor capable of navigating complex business challenges.
• An individual who combines strategic vision with execution excellence and thrives in a leadership role.