Director of Associate Director

Job Description : Media Influencer Relations Meets and/or exceeds coverage goals as established by division VP Assists with contract negotiations for influencers, brand spokespersons, and celebrities Account Management Works with VP and client contacts on all elements of launching a new account (includes timelines/planning calendars, messaging architecture session, press kit materials, media training, chain of communications and approvals, etc.) Acts as a senior strategic partner who challenges clients with smart thinking and offers strategic guidance and client counsel Identifies key priorities/deliverables for clients and helps set and manage realistic expectations as part of day-to-day communications and dialogue Manages annual account reviews and new annual PR plans for continuing clients Oversees monthly activity reports Maintains strong client contact and creates new campaign ideas and initiatives Works with A/VP to regularly monitor client's program goals; addresses challenges... and successes in meeting goals, and reevaluates as necessary Identifies opportunities for incremental projects Actively participates in creative brainstorms in group and team meetings and may create action plans from recommendations Identifies and addresses issues before they become problems with clients (and staff) Team Management Mentoring Acts as a liaison between VP and junior team members; problem solves as needed Proactively communicates with senior management as to what you and the team need in order to be successful and proactively provides status updates and next steps Supervises team's tracking of trends and current events for clients to ensure consistent coverage and helps them develop story angles Communicates priorities on a daily and weekly basis to junior staff and ensures reports are submitted on time and deadlines are met Regularly monitors and manages team's billed hours for respective clients against monthly retainers Connects with each employee on a personal level, offering help and guidance in overcoming challenges, personal growth, etc. Assists with identifying potential new hires and may participate in recruitment process via interviews May be involved in developing and providing reviews for junior staffers May lead program development through team meetings and brainstorming sessions to generate new creative direction and improve client service in the absence of a A/VP Helps team process and improve their writing and presentation competencies Writing Editing Reviews and edits monthly and quarterly activity and media coverage reports as developed by junior staff and distributes to clients Final editor and reviewer of all press releases, pitch letters and communication materials written by junior team members prior to client distribution Contributes to the development of client presentations Events Campaigns Management Finalizes event and launch strategy documents Oversees end to end events execution and special campaigns and ensures all logistics are completed to the client standards Oversees event budgets and provides regular updates to client on event requirements New Business Assists VP with creative ideas for new business proposals May attend and present new business presentations, meetings and scouting opportunities (e.g., trade shows) May participate in new business proposals Agency Contributions Participates in agency's development programs Contributes positively to the culture, atmosphere & values & exudes a positive outlook on their team Establishes professional and respectful relationships with staff Monitors and records time in agency's system Skills & Abilities: Ability to understand client brand category and landscape in order to deliver creative ideas that resonate with target audiences. Excellent presentation skills and comfortable speaking in front of groups. Staff- and client-respected leadership qualities demonstrating proven ability to lead by example. Possesses motivational capabilities in a highly pressurized environment. Is appropriate, approachable and fair, and creates valued relationships with staff. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a comfort level handling hot seat situations. Can meet tight deadlines and has an exceptional eye for details. Strong people management skills to include the ability to mentor staff and provide direction and objectives, performance counseling and skill building. Ability to manage up and down in the organization. Knowledge of when to rely on personal judgment and when to seek advice. Good delegation skills. Strong independence. Solid judgement, drive and influence. Entrepreneurial spirit, passion and intellectual curiosity. Must be collaborative and results driven. Strong writing (AP style), editing, listening and verbal communications skills. Resourceful and solutions focused. Capable of multitasking, prioritizing and organizing. Self-motivated and able to work well in a collaborative environment as well as individually. Effectively manages time and follow up. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and use development of media databases. Qualifications Education: Bachelor's Degree (communications, liberal arts, business or marketing focus preferred) Experience Seven to eight years of relevant PR experience Sound understanding of budgeting and finance management and experience managing a team and multiple client accounts. Successful track record of developing integrated public relations programs. Experience in influencer marketing and social media. Track record of successes and involvement in business development, agency management, relationship management (internal and external), client management (both amount of and type of clients), proven client satisfaction and budgeting ability. Contract Type: Permanent Here at Havas across the group we pride ourselves on being committed to offering equal opportunities to all potential employees and have zero tolerance for discrimination. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants irrespective of age, sex, race, ethnicity, disability and other factors that have no bearing on an individual's ability to perform their job. Due to high volume of applications, only eligible or matching candidates will be contacted by us. About Us Havas Group Havas Group is one of the world's largest global communications groups. Founded in 1835 in Paris, the Group employs 20,000 people in more than 100 countries. Havas Group is committed to being the world's best company at creating meaningful connections between people and brands through creativity, media and innovation. Based on a client-centric model across media and creative, Havas Group is the most integrated company in its sector. We operate with three business units (creative, media and healthcare & wellness) within our Havas Villages all over the world where teams share the same premises, ensuring agility and a seamless experience for clients. Havas Creative Havas Creative business brings together all communication disciplines to deliver perfectly integrated solutions to leading brands. The networks incorporate global performance marketing, strategic communications consultancies and the industry's most creative and accomplished agencies. We provide our clients with a full range of integrated tools and services across multidimensional platforms. Our extensive in-house capabilities and best-in-class partners allow us to create custom, purpose-built solutions that help drive our clients' businesses. Life at Havas We take great pride in our Havas family. They bring many unique personalities, perspectives and passions to their work. Collaboration is at the core of how we operate, and Villages are the homes we work in. We encourage our people to take advantage of the many opportunities to grow--whether it be a local agency training, a special project or one of our unique global development programs. We believe we are at our best when we can have a healthy debate, yet still be there to support one other just like families do. Life at Havas is about creating great work Together. We are #HavasTogether. Skills : Contract Type : PermanentHere at Havas across the group we pride ourselves on being committed to offering equal opportunities to all potential employees and have zero tolerance for discrimination. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants irrespective of age, sex, race, ethnicity, disability and other factors that have no bearing on an individual's ability to perform their job. Salary Range: $100K -- $150K Minimum Qualification Communications & PREstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualificationsShow full descriptionCollapse