Senior Vice President, Change Management + Transformation at Fleishman-Hillard
Chicago, IL 60612
About the Job
Position OverviewFleishmanHillard, a global integrated communications agency delivering transformational outcomes for some of the world’s biggest brands has an immediate opening for a hands-on, self-starting Senior Vice President to build on the existing strength of our Talent + Transformation practice.As a Senior Consultant, this candidate will be responsible for providing strategic counsel, working directly with C-suite clients in executive, corporate communications, HR, labor relations and other functional areas
This role will act as an interface between all Talent + Transformation teams across the agency
And will support the overall growth of the team by contributing to RFP responses and new-business pitches and developing thought-leadership content for dissemination across FleishmanHillard colleague, client and prospect audiences.This is an exciting career opportunity for a dedicated team player who has significant multi-sector experience and relationships, is an excellent communicator, has strong experience in global internal communications, employee engagement and change management services and loves to work in a collaborative environment
If you’re a natural connector and love creating new partnerships, come join our team!FleishmanHillard is intentional about using diversity, equity, and inclusion to strengthen the bonds between us, grow our people and create spaces for everyone to thrive
Staying true to our commitment to our people and the communities in which we live and work, we do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of any characteristic protected by law
As part of our ongoing effort to be the world’s most inclusive agency, we are committed to seeking candidates who possess and demonstrate a profound interest in furthering our DE&I goals.The RoleWork with client C-suite executives on a variety of complex Talent + Transformation strategiesIdentify and contribute to growth opportunities for the global agency including RFP responses, new-business pitches, prospecting, and thought leadershipLeverage professional network to generate business for the firm and participate in other business development effortsProvide strategic counsel to the agency’s other employee communications practitioners, leading and participating in account planning and program management effortsDevelop and implement employee communications, engagement, alignment and change management programs for an array of clients/industries, including mergers/acquisitions, integrations, spinoffs/IPOs, reorganizations, reductions in force, functional transformations, leadership transitions, culture programs, branding initiatives and moreCounsel on a variety of other highly strategic internal communications efforts, including employee value propositions, employee advocacy programs, purpose/values programs, diversity and inclusion programs, labor/bargaining projects, crisis/issues management engagements and moreQualificationsBachelor’s degree in communications, or related field
Master’s degree in communications, business, organizational psychology or organizational behavior is a plus15+ years of experience in employee communications/engagement and change managementProsci certification and large-agency experience also a plusExperience and comfort with counseling clients at the C-suite levelExperience developing and generating support for strategic, comprehensive communications plans that apply data-driven insights to deliver business outcomes for our clientsExcellent time management skills with the ability to lead programs and manage others to deliver high-quality thinking and results quickly and within tight timetablesEntrepreneurial spirt with experience identifying and building relationships and translating those into tangible partnershipsHighly detail oriented, and strong presentation skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsThe ability to be flexible, adaptable and wear many hatsA positive attitude and a desire to learn and growCommitted to cultivating diverse teams and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environmentOur StoryWe’re more motivated by what we can give than what we receive
That holds true for our colleagues, clients and communities across cultures and time zones
We believe giving our best is only possible in an environment that empowers us to truly be our best, so we focus on creating belonging for all and caring for the whole person
Because when you belong and have what you need to thrive — both at work and in life — you’re free to be you
To pursue your dreams and passions
To be bold and try new things, in the name of personal and professional growth and of work that leads to meaningful progress for the world
So, we respect and support one another amid differences and we acknowledge and celebrate who each of us is
We accept that we don't all have to have the same perspectives, beliefs, background or experiences to do great things together
A combination of our employee experience, industry-leading client work, global community service and contributions to inclusion has earned FleishmanHillard recognition as 2021, 2022 and 2023 Campaign Global PR Agency of the Year; 2023 ICCO Large Agency of the Year – The Americas; 2022 and 2023 PRWeek U.S
Agency of the Year; 2022 and 2023 PRWeek U.S
Outstanding Extra-Large Agency of the Year; 2023 Campaign US PR Agency of the Year; 2021 PRovoke APAC Consultancy of the Year; and 2021 PRWeek UK Large Consultancy of the Year
FleishmanHillard is part of Omnicom PR Group and has nearly 80 offices in more than 30 countries, plus affiliates in 45 countries. FleishmanHillard offers a hybrid work model and seeks employees who are comfortable working in the office for a portion of their week, in accordance with their local office hybrid work policy
We value the collaboration and camaraderie that in-person interactions provide, but also understand the importance of flexibility and balance in our employees’ lives
We acknowledge that our people are diverse individuals with unique circumstances and needs, and therefore our goal is to foster a productive and inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive, both in and out of the office. FleishmanHillard is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, alienage, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state or local laws
Please do not contact the office directly to apply – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered
If you need assistance reviewing career opportunities or completing an application, please email our careers team or call
salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $231,000.00. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications and geography
A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off and/or other benefits also are available.
This role will act as an interface between all Talent + Transformation teams across the agency
And will support the overall growth of the team by contributing to RFP responses and new-business pitches and developing thought-leadership content for dissemination across FleishmanHillard colleague, client and prospect audiences.This is an exciting career opportunity for a dedicated team player who has significant multi-sector experience and relationships, is an excellent communicator, has strong experience in global internal communications, employee engagement and change management services and loves to work in a collaborative environment
If you’re a natural connector and love creating new partnerships, come join our team!FleishmanHillard is intentional about using diversity, equity, and inclusion to strengthen the bonds between us, grow our people and create spaces for everyone to thrive
Staying true to our commitment to our people and the communities in which we live and work, we do not discriminate in any aspect of employment on the basis of any characteristic protected by law
As part of our ongoing effort to be the world’s most inclusive agency, we are committed to seeking candidates who possess and demonstrate a profound interest in furthering our DE&I goals.The RoleWork with client C-suite executives on a variety of complex Talent + Transformation strategiesIdentify and contribute to growth opportunities for the global agency including RFP responses, new-business pitches, prospecting, and thought leadershipLeverage professional network to generate business for the firm and participate in other business development effortsProvide strategic counsel to the agency’s other employee communications practitioners, leading and participating in account planning and program management effortsDevelop and implement employee communications, engagement, alignment and change management programs for an array of clients/industries, including mergers/acquisitions, integrations, spinoffs/IPOs, reorganizations, reductions in force, functional transformations, leadership transitions, culture programs, branding initiatives and moreCounsel on a variety of other highly strategic internal communications efforts, including employee value propositions, employee advocacy programs, purpose/values programs, diversity and inclusion programs, labor/bargaining projects, crisis/issues management engagements and moreQualificationsBachelor’s degree in communications, or related field
Master’s degree in communications, business, organizational psychology or organizational behavior is a plus15+ years of experience in employee communications/engagement and change managementProsci certification and large-agency experience also a plusExperience and comfort with counseling clients at the C-suite levelExperience developing and generating support for strategic, comprehensive communications plans that apply data-driven insights to deliver business outcomes for our clientsExcellent time management skills with the ability to lead programs and manage others to deliver high-quality thinking and results quickly and within tight timetablesEntrepreneurial spirt with experience identifying and building relationships and translating those into tangible partnershipsHighly detail oriented, and strong presentation skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsThe ability to be flexible, adaptable and wear many hatsA positive attitude and a desire to learn and growCommitted to cultivating diverse teams and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environmentOur StoryWe’re more motivated by what we can give than what we receive
That holds true for our colleagues, clients and communities across cultures and time zones
We believe giving our best is only possible in an environment that empowers us to truly be our best, so we focus on creating belonging for all and caring for the whole person
Because when you belong and have what you need to thrive — both at work and in life — you’re free to be you
To pursue your dreams and passions
To be bold and try new things, in the name of personal and professional growth and of work that leads to meaningful progress for the world
So, we respect and support one another amid differences and we acknowledge and celebrate who each of us is
We accept that we don't all have to have the same perspectives, beliefs, background or experiences to do great things together
A combination of our employee experience, industry-leading client work, global community service and contributions to inclusion has earned FleishmanHillard recognition as 2021, 2022 and 2023 Campaign Global PR Agency of the Year; 2023 ICCO Large Agency of the Year – The Americas; 2022 and 2023 PRWeek U.S
Agency of the Year; 2022 and 2023 PRWeek U.S
Outstanding Extra-Large Agency of the Year; 2023 Campaign US PR Agency of the Year; 2021 PRovoke APAC Consultancy of the Year; and 2021 PRWeek UK Large Consultancy of the Year
FleishmanHillard is part of Omnicom PR Group and has nearly 80 offices in more than 30 countries, plus affiliates in 45 countries. FleishmanHillard offers a hybrid work model and seeks employees who are comfortable working in the office for a portion of their week, in accordance with their local office hybrid work policy
We value the collaboration and camaraderie that in-person interactions provide, but also understand the importance of flexibility and balance in our employees’ lives
We acknowledge that our people are diverse individuals with unique circumstances and needs, and therefore our goal is to foster a productive and inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive, both in and out of the office. FleishmanHillard is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, alienage, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state or local laws
Please do not contact the office directly to apply – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered
If you need assistance reviewing career opportunities or completing an application, please email our careers team or call
314-982-1700
and ask to be connected to Talent Development. The anticipated U.Ssalary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $231,000.00. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications and geography
A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off and/or other benefits also are available.
