Ruder Finn

Group Vice President, Technology, Ruder Finn

Ruder Finn$125K — $170K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in public relations or integrated communications in B2B technology
  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field
  • Strong agency background preferred
  • Deep expertise in enterprise software, AI, SaaS, cybersecurity, and compliance technology
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills for diverse audiences
  • Proven track record of managing senior stakeholder relationships and client counsel
  • Strong media relations skills with industry influencers.

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic direction and execute high-quality programs for technology accounts
  • Advise clients on messaging, positioning, reputation management, and media strategies
  • Develop integrated communications programs across various media initiatives
  • Translate complex B2B technology concepts into compelling stories
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
  • Oversee media relations programs to secure impactful coverage
  • Mentor account teams and foster a collaborative agency culture
  • Support new business development and agency growth opportunities.

Benefits

  • Health, Dental, Vision insurance, and company-paid Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account and 401k (match) plan
  • Monthly allowance for cell phone and office equipment
  • Generous PTO policy with paid maternity/paternity leave
  • Transit benefits
  • Professional learning and development opportunities
  • Workplace flexibility and social gatherings.
Full Job Description

We areseekinga strategic, client-focused Group Vice President to join ouraward-winningTechnologyPractice, with a primary focus on B2B technology accounts. This senior leader will partner with agency leadership and client teams to deliver integrated communications programs that build visibility, credibility, and measurable business impact.

The ideal candidate brings deepexpertiseacross enterprise software, AI, cloud infrastructure, SaaS, cybersecurity, data and analytics, and emerging technology. They are an experienced counselor, media strategist, and relationship builder who can translate complex technical concepts into compelling business narratives for executive, influencer, and technical audiences.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as a senior lead across a portfolio of technology accounts, helping shape strategic direction and ensuring high-quality program execution

  • Advise clients across enterprise software, artificial intelligence, cloud infrastructure, SaaS platforms, cybersecurity, data and analytics, compliance technology, developer tools, and emerging technology categories

  • Provide executive-level counsel on messaging, positioning, reputation management, thought leadership, media strategy, and issues response

  • Develop and oversee integrated communications programs spanning earned, owned, social, and executive communications initiatives

  • Translate complex B2B technology concepts into clear, compelling, and business-relevant stories for relevant audiences

  • Act as a trusted advisor and senior client contact, building strong relationships that drive client satisfaction, retention, and growth

  • Maintain a deep understanding of clients27 businesses, industries, competitors, and the market forces shaping their sectors

  • Lead strategic media relations programs that secure impactful coverage across top-tier business, technology, trade, and industry media

  • Build andmaintainstrong relationships with journalists, analysts, influencers, and key voices across the tech ecosystem

  • Mentor and support account teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, accountability, and growth

  • Serve as a strategic resource and subject matter expert for colleagues across the agency

  • Contribute to team development through coaching, collaboration, and knowledge sharing

  • Partner cross-functionally with integrated teams across sectors and disciplines to deliver cohesive client programs

  • Play a key role in new business development, including pitch strategy, proposal development, and client presentations

  • Contribute to agency growth byidentifyingopportunities to introduce clients to new capabilities and expanded services

  • Support agency marketing initiatives, including case studies, thought leadership, speaking engagements, and award submissions

  • Build andmaintaina strong network of industry contacts and participate in relevant professional organizations and events

  • Identifyand support opportunities for organic growth across existing accounts

Qualifications

  • Minimum10+ years of experience in public relations, strategic communications, or integrated communications, withsignificant experiencein B2B technology

  • Bachelor27s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Technology, or a related field preferred

  • Agency experienceis stronglypreferred

  • Deepexpertiseacross enterprise software, AI, cloud, SaaS, cybersecurity, developer platforms, data and analytics, compliance technology, or related B2B technology sectors

  • Proven success leading integrated communications programs for complex technology clients.

  • Strong understanding of the B2B technology media landscape, analyst ecosystem, and enterprise buying dynamics

  • Exceptional writing, editing, storytelling, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with senior executives and technical stakeholders alike

  • Demonstrated experience providing executive-level client counsel and managing senior stakeholder relationships

  • Strong media relations experience with the ability to build andmaintaininfluential industry relationships

  • Experience contributing to and supporting new business efforts in a competitive agency environment.

  • Curiosity and enthusiasm for how AI, data, and emerging technologies are transforming communications and storytelling

  • Experience mentoring and developing team members in a collaborative agency environment

  • Strong business acumen, including experience supporting account growth, forecasting, and client retention

  • Highly organized, proactive, collaborative, and adaptable in fast-paced environments

Benefits & More

  • You will receive a competitive base salary and bonus opportunity

  • You will also be able to enroll in our Health, Dental, Vision, company paid Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, as well as 401k (match) plan.

  • Monthly allowance for cellphone, office equipment, etc.

  • Generous PTO policy with paid maternity/paternity leave

  • Transit benefits

  • Professional learning and development opportunities

  • Workplace flexibility

  • On-site and off-site social gatherings

Theanticipatedsalary range for this position, at the time of posting, is $125,000 6 $170,000. The salary of the applicant selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, education, internal equity, geography, relevant years of experience, certifications, skills, abilities of the selected applicant, and other job-related qualifications. In addition, a range of medical, dental, vision, disability, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefitsalso areavailable by the company.

About Ruder Finn

Ruder Finn is a global public relations and communications firm headquartered in New York, NY. The company was founded in 1948 by David Finn and Bill Ruder and has since grown to have offices in more than 20 countries. Ruder Finn offers a range of services, including public relations, digital marketing, and crisis management. The firm has worked with a variety of clients across industries, including healthcare, technology, and finance. Ruder Finn has won numerous awards for its work, including recognition from the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity and the PRWeek Awards.
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2002

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