Assistant Vice President

About the Role

Foxglove Communications is on the lookout for a dynamic Assistant Vice President who has a passion for hospitality and thrives in high-energy, relationship-focused environments. Situated in New York City, this hybrid position requires regular onsite participation for client meetings, media engagements, and events. As part of a small yet mighty team of strategists and storytellers, you will contribute to impactful campaigns for nationally recognized clients transforming the hospitality industry.

Company Overview

Foxglove Communications is a renowned PR and marketing firm specializing in hospitality, founded by strategist Gia Vecchio. We partner with influential individuals, businesses, and non-profits shaping the future of hospitality across the US. Our approach centers on sincere relationships combined with modern PR tactics to elevate our clients' brands on a global scale. Recognized by Observer's PR Power List and PR Net's Hospitality Agency of the Year, Foxglove has offices in multiple cities including New York.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a culture ambassador both inside and outside the agency, enhancing marketing and business development efforts while showcasing exceptional client servicing and media engagement.
• Manage client portfolios independently, providing strategic guidance, overseeing project managers, and ensuring deliverables meet company standards.
• Lead strategic planning, communications execution, pitching, team mentoring, delegation, and client reporting.
• Ensure client satisfaction and cultivate strong, ongoing relationships.
• Serve on the Leadership Team contributing to internal discussions, resources development, and culture cultivation.
• Mentor and support direct reports and broader management team via coaching and meetings.
• Maintain and build relationships with editorial media, aiding the team in media list development to achieve results.
• Support thought leadership initiatives including panel submissions, media appearances, awards, and agency promotions.
• Drive performance reviews and foster growth for direct reports, addressing issues proactively in coordination with management.
• Contribute to new business efforts by participating in pitch meetings, proposal development, contracts, and client onboarding.
• Represent the agency at industry events and client festivals to strengthen partnerships.
• Track media awards and festivals, ensuring clients and agency participation while maintaining related documentation.
• Monitor and immerse in media outlets and trends relevant to hospitality to keep media lists effective.
• Lead PR campaigns and activations such as media appointments, interviews, press trips, and events across the U.S.
• Organize events including guest lists, invitations, and scheduling.
• Create, edit, and distribute press materials while coaching client teams on communication materials.
• Oversee quality control for agendas, press kits, websites, and pitch content.
• Manage account reporting and communicate results transparently.
• Serve as primary contact for nurturing client relationships and managing business deliverables.
• Develop creative ideas for campaigns, special events, and strategic partnerships.
• Identify and propose solutions to client challenges proactively.
• Create trusted collaborative relationships across peers, clients, and media channels.
• Lead candidate interviews and oversee onboarding processes.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of 5 to 7 years working in PR agencies with a focus on hospitality.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Strong enthusiasm and knowledge of hospitality and travel industries.
• Proven leadership skills with experience in managing and developing teams.
• Established and active media contacts within hospitality.
• Demonstrated success in pitching and obtaining media coverage.
• Highly motivated, self-driven, and able to work autonomously.
• Ability to maintain urgency and ownership in responsibilities.
• Strong presentation skills and collaborative approach to client engagement.
• Willingness to travel and visit clients regularly to maintain media relations.
• Experienced in steering media relations and thought leadership campaigns.
• Excellent project and time management capabilities.
• Meticulous attention to detail in all tasks.
• Availability to occasionally work evenings and weekends for events.
• Proficient with relevant tools such as Google Suite, MuckRack, Asana, and social media platforms; past social media management experience is advantageous.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off including summer Fridays, paid holidays, and an annual winter break.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Competitive commission plans.
• Employer contributions to 401(k) retirement plans.
• Fully paid 12-week parental leave at full salary for qualifying full-time employees.

Commitment to Diversity and Workplace Culture

Foxglove Communications values diverse perspectives and lived experiences, fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel respected and empowered to deliver their best work. Our hospitality-centric approach prioritizes collaboration, creativity, empathy, and mutual respect. We welcome motivated professionals dedicated to building an equitable and thriving workplace and industry.