Vice President

Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis

. Provide senior-level strategy and counsel across a diverse client portfolio .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeWashington • District of Columbia • United StatesLead💰 $140,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in strategic communications and public affairs, with a strong ability to lead client relationships and develop impactful narratives. Proven track record in mentoring teams, fostering collaboration, and navigating complex media landscapes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

12+ Years Experience In CommunicationsClient Relationship ManagementExceptional Communication SkillsMedia Relations ExpertisePeople Leadership And Talent Development

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Hard Skills

Strategic CounselMulti-Platform Narrative DevelopmentCreative Idea ExecutionCrisis ManagementAccount Oversight

Soft Skills

EmpathyProblem SolvingTeam InspirationRelationship BuildingAdaptability

Industry Keywords

Public AffairsMedia RelationsCommunity ResilienceClimate ActionDemocracy Threats

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide senior-level strategy and counsel across a diverse client portfolio
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives and leaders
Help clients navigate high-stakes moments and sharpen positioning, reputation, and influence
Leverage relationships with Washington and national media to create meaningful client opportunities
Find and create stories, develop ideas, partnerships, and cultural opportunities
Connect clients to broader conversations through relevant and creative storytelling
Oversee account health, staffing, scopes, and profitability
Anticipate team and client relationship needs and solve problems with senior leadership
Allocate resources and ensure sustainable delivery of high-quality work
Lead new business pitches and expand existing client relationships
Identify growth opportunities for the D.C. office
Lead, mentor, and inspire teams across SSM&L offices and capabilities
Connect people and ideas, set high standards, and foster a strong work environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years of progressive experience in communications, media, public affairs, or a related field
Track record of leading complex client relationships, counseling senior leaders, and delivering exceptional work
Passion for social issues including community resilience, climate action, and threats facing democracy
Understanding of key issues dominating the national news cycle
Ability to develop multi-platform narratives bridging grassroots mobilization and high-level policy influence
Exceptional communication and writing skills
Meaningful relationships with reporters, editors, producers, and other influential media voices
Understanding of what earns media attention and trust
Ability to develop and execute creative ideas
Entrepreneurial approach to identifying opportunities and building relationships
People leadership and talent development skills
Ability to lead with empathy, kindness, perspective, and humor
Ability to work across offices and capabilities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) with matching
Annual merit-based bonuses
PTO
Fertility benefits
FSA for medical, childcare, and commuter expenses
Flexible work schedule
Work from Anywhere program
Summer Fridays
Wellness Days
4-week sabbatical or trip to celebrate select anniversaries
Collaborative workspaces
Rooftops at some offices
Celebrations
Networking opportunities
Community volunteering
Mentor matched from day one
Training and mentoring
Professional and personal growth training throughout the year
Teaching workshops structured for each company level
Monthly Meet the Industry series
Promotion-from-within opportunities