Senior Vice President, Strategy & Communications

About Teneo 

Teneo is the global CEO advisory firm. We partner with our clients globally to do great things for a better future. 

Drawing upon our global team and expansive network of senior advisors, we provide advisory services across our five business segments on a stand-alone or fully integrated basis to help our clients solve complex business challenges. Our clients include a significant number of the Fortune 100 and FTSE 100, as well as other cor­po­ra­tions, financial insti­tu­tions and organizations. 

Our full range of advisory services includes strategic com­mu­ni­ca­tions, investor relations, financial trans­ac­tions and restruc­tur­ing, management consulting, physical and cyber risk, orga­ni­za­tion­al design, board and executive search, geopolitics and government affairs, corporate governance and ESG. 

The firm has more than 1,800 employees located in 45+ offices around the world. 

 

Description 

The Senior Vice President within Teneo’s Strategy and Communications business is a pivotal member of our account teams. Senior Vice Presidents are responsible for executing strategic programs and communications initiatives in support of Teneo’s clients. This individual should have extensive experience working with and within technology companies, particularly with the founders of dynamic startups. They should have a strong understanding of and network among non-traditional media, including but not limited to podcasts, online video hosts, and newsletter writers. It is critical that they approach communications from a holistic perspective, with a demonstrable understanding of how earned media, social, events, and all of the communications levers can be utilized in concert to advance client goals. They have an interest in playing a key role in growing Teneo’s reputation in the San Francisco Bay Area through excellent client delivery. They will work closely with Account Leaders and teams to deliver best-in-class service and function as a cohesive unit. 

 

Responsibilities 

• Manage complex strategic communications planning and execution
• Demonstrate an understanding of how communications functions as a business driver for existing and potential clients  
• Oversee the day-to-day management of account deliverables, ensuring the development and refinement of high-quality materials such as strategic plans, messaging frameworks, press releases, talking points, scripts, presentations, Q&A documents, and briefing memos.
• Execute against team objectives and plans as a reliable, adaptable resource for senior team members capable of overseeing others  
• Leverage an understanding of the unique challenges faced by companies in emerging technologies to help clients stay ahead of market trends  
• Foster an environment in which commitment to quality and client satisfaction is a top priority
• Partner effectively with Teneo senior management to help identify client needs and collaborate with other Teneo operating divisions to deliver to clients in a
• integrated team fashion
• Represent Teneo in the external market to help us build Teneo’s presence and reputation among the San Francisco Bay Area business community at large  

 

Basic Qualifications 

• 10+ years of relevant experience with a focus managing complex communications programs across stakeholder groups within Technology, Media, Financial Services or Healthcare industries.
• Experience counselling senior executives and collaborating with external financial and legal advisors 
• Ability to think creatively, approach communications from new angles, and handle both day-to-day account work and one-off client asks
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Available to work from Teneo’s San Francisco office in a hybrid setting, with a minimum of three days in the office

 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Relevant and related experience in the technology, media or fintech sectors, with a particular focus on mid- to late-stage startups

 

What We Offer 

As a Teneo employee, you'll enjoy unique benefits including flexible time off policy; medical, dental, and vision coverage; long-term disability, and life insurance; a 401K plan; commuter benefits; team events; snacks; and other perks.

 

Our Commitment to Inclusion 

Teneo is an equal opportunity employer and promotes an inclusive workplace. Teneo considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or sexual orientation or any other status protected by applicable law. 

 

Base Salary Range 

$175,000 - $230,000 (compensation for this role will depend on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience that may fall outside of the range listed). 

 

Bonus Eligible 

Yes 

 

Total Compensation Package 

Includes annualized bonus, 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of additional benefits and perks.  

  

Flexible Work Policy 

Teneo believes in in-person collaboration when possible and if you are assigned to the San Francisco office, the company expectation is for employees to work from the office location a minimum of three times a week.