Senior Vice President, Earned Media

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Overview

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Vice President, Earned Media based in the United States.

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We are seeking an accomplished earned media executive to lead strategic communications and strengthen high-impact media relationships across the healthcare, biotech, and life sciences sectors. This senior leadership role combines trusted client advisory, business development, and earned media expertise. You will guide organizations through complex communications challenges while shaping compelling narratives that influence industry conversations. As a key voice in new business opportunities, you will build confidence with prospective clients and develop lasting partnerships. You will also mentor talented teams, elevate client service standards, and help drive the continued growth of the earned media function. The ideal candidate brings exceptional industry credibility, strong executive presence, and the ability to remain composed and decisive in fast-paced environments.

As a senior leader, you will provide strategic direction, strengthen client relationships, and drive earned media initiatives that deliver meaningful business impact. You will also contribute to business growth while supporting and developing high-performing teams.

Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to senior clients, providing clear, confident, and actionable guidance.
Navigate complex and high-stakes client situations with composure, sound judgment, and a solutions-oriented approach.
Strengthen account leadership by setting high standards, maintaining focus, and helping teams deliver consistently strong results.
Lead and support new business development efforts, building credibility with prospective clients and making a lasting impression.
Translate earned media strategies into compelling narratives that support pitches, win new business, and establish long-term client partnerships.
Leverage established relationships with leading business, healthcare, biotech, and life sciences media outlets, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, STAT, and Endpoints.
Identify opportunities to secure meaningful media exposure, shape industry narratives, and position clients in relevant conversations.
Act as a trusted resource for clients and journalists, drawing on extensive media expertise and long-standing professional relationships.
Mentor and develop team members, modeling excellent client leadership, strategic thinking, and media engagement.
Provide hands-on support when needed to resolve challenges, remove operational obstacles, and maintain momentum across accounts.
Bring clarity and direction to complex situations while helping teams prioritize effectively in demanding environments.

Requirements

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The successful candidate will bring extensive earned media experience, established relationships across influential media outlets, and a proven ability to lead at the highest levels. Strong strategic judgment, business development capabilities, and a collaborative leadership style are essential.

15+ years of experience in earned media, with a strong track record in consumer, healthcare, biotech, or life sciences communications.
Deep, established relationships with leading business and healthcare journalists, editors, and media organizations.
Demonstrated success in winning new business and growing existing client relationships.
Strong executive presence and the ability to build trust and credibility quickly with senior stakeholders and prospective clients.
Proven experience serving as a strategic counselor in complex, high-pressure client situations.
Excellent communication, storytelling, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities, with the ability to influence direction and deliver results while remaining hands-on when necessary.
A calm, confident, and low-ego approach, with sound judgment and the ability to stay focused under pressure.
Adaptability and resilience in fast-moving, high-demand environments.

What We Offer

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✓Salary: Anticipated annual salary range of $195,000–$225,000, depending on relevant experience, qualifications, and certifications.

✓Flexible work arrangements: Remote-friendly environment with the option to work remotely from anywhere in the United States, from offices in Washington, D.C., New York, or Chicago, or through a combination of remote and office-based work.

✓Flexible time off: Time off in addition to company holidays, voting time, jury duty, and bereavement leave.

✓Sabbatical program: Additional time away after seven years of service.

✓Parental leave: 13 weeks of paid parental leave, including adoption and foster care placement.

✓Health and wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with science-backed meditation and mindfulness resources through Headspace.

✓Medical concierge service: Support with scheduling appointments, finding care, estimating costs, and resolving insurance claim issues.

✓Retirement and financial support: 401(k) with company matching, plus one-on-one financial coaching and education.

✓Learning and development: Access to professional development through a dedicated talent program, tuition reimbursement, and individual coaching supported by talent and productivity assessments.

✓Technology support: Monthly cell phone reimbursement.

✓Employee referrals: Referral bonuses for recommending successful candidates.

✓Onboarding: A comprehensive onboarding experience, including opportunities to connect with leadership.

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job

United States

Remote within one country

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About this job

Pay per year: $195,000–$225,000 a year; 208% above the $68,076 median for Other jobs on Jobera (131,167 salaries).
Who can apply: United States
Posted: Today
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