Senior Vice President of Group Head for Consumer

Edelman is a leading global communications marketing firm that partners with many of the world’s largest and emerging businesses and organizations, helping them evolve, promote and protect their brands and reputations. Edelman owns specialty firms Edelman Intelligence (research) and United Entertainment Group (entertainment, sports, experiential), a joint venture with United Talent Agency.

* Provide strategic counsel, guidance and leadership to staff, supervising several staff members, and ensuring the team's success by managing work quality and productivity levels * Maintain relationships with senior-level client contacts and internal contacts * Mentor, coach and support team members ensuring constant development of their skills * Consistently hold self and staff accountable for behavior and performance * Seek and suggest process improvements and support positive change initiatives * Effectively manage staff utilization to meet profitability targets * Grow business prospects with existing clients; expand scope of work using Edelman network capabilities; lead new business outreach process and win business * Participate in the development and adoption of new products/services; leverage IP with clients * Commit to continuous learning and improvement of leadership skills; set and pursue stretch goals * Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Edelman’s values and Code of Ethics and Business Conduct

**Basic Qualifications:** The senior vice president must have at least 10 years of relevant experience in public relations and/or related fields including research, advertising, management consulting, media and publishing. **Preferred Qualifications:** The senior vice president should have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and a track record of developing and executing profitable public relations campaigns that meet client objectives. S/he should have strong leadership qualities including superb people management skills. S/he should be able to attract, motivate, empower, coach and retain staff. International experience is a plus.