Senior Manager, Communications, Energy

The Senior Manager serves as day-to-day lead and primary client contact on up to four accounts.The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:Works with assigned teams to consistently implement communications strategies and integrated campaigns that drive results.Hones client service skills and strategic planning expertise, working closely with Director and Vice President’s teammates and mentors.Ensures materials are client ready and apply thoughtful analysis to data-driven measurement reports.Practices INK's Be There Before® methodology, resulting in a proactive mindset and use of INK-designed systems across three key pillars: partnership, integrated communications, and analysis.Embodies INK values and culture.Commits to employee development, manages 1-2 INKers through day-to-day coaching, regular check-ins, and performance reviews.May support the client services (CS) and media relations teams and reports to, advises, and is coached by INK's Director and/or VP level executives.Performs other related duties as required.Skills and Qualifications7+ years of full-time communications experience, agency setting preferredExperience in B2B, tech, and/or renewable energyStrong client relations skills and intuitionExcellent writing skills, clear communicatorStrong pitching skills and media relationshipsAbility to organize and manage multiple client responsibilitiesExposure and interest in managing and coachingAbility to learn and understand client industries and complex, technical topicsAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team settingBenefitsHybrid work environment from Austin or Denver offices, with remote opportunities available for qualified candidates.Flexible PTO with guidelines, generous holiday schedule, and early close Fridays at 2 pm in your time zoneTop-notch paid medical (INK pays 75%), dental, vision and life insurance which start the first of the month after hire dateA 401(k) retirement plan with 3% matchingTwelve weeks paid parental leaveQuarterly wellness stipend of $150Paid mobile phone serviceQuarterly volunteer daysBonus programs: new business, hiring referrals, annual tenure bonusPeer-to-peer rewards programAward-winning culture and supportive team environment that lives up to our mission of good work with good people makes for a good lifeHybrid work environment from Austin or Denver offices, with remote opportunities available for qualified candidates.