Vice President of Communications

Location: New York

The Vice President of Communications plays a key role in executing the U.S. media relations strategy, helping strengthen Kroll’s reputation, visibility, and credibility with priority external audiences. Working under the direction of the Director, External Communications, this role brings strong media relations expertise and judgment to the development and execution of proactive and reactive communications. The Vice President of Communications builds productive relationships with relevant business and trade journalists, develops high-quality media materials, prepares senior leaders and subject matter experts for external engagement, and supports the firm’s response to sensitive and rapidly evolving issues.

Operating in a fast-paced and confidentiality-sensitive environment, the Vice President of Communications is expected to manage multiple priorities with a high degree of ownership and discretion, work effectively across functions, and apply sound judgment to complex communications issues. Note this position will be hybrid out of our New York office at the World Trade Center. Day-to-day responsibilities:
Media Relations & External Engagement Execute the U.S. media relations strategy under the direction of the Director of External Communications, translating priorities into targeted media activity. Build and maintain productive working relationships with relevant business, trade, and industry journalists. Identify proactive media opportunities that strengthen awareness of Kroll’s expertise, capabilities, and market perspectives. Develop targeted media pitches and outreach strategies aligned with business priorities, market developments, and areas of Kroll expertise.

Respond to inbound media opportunities with appropriate urgency and judgment, coordinating internally to ensure accurate and timely responses. Represent the Communications function professionally in interactions with journalists, external partners, and internal stakeholders. Media Content & Executive Preparation Draft high-quality press releases, media pitches, briefing materials, talking points, Q&A documents, and other external communications for review and approval. Translate complex business, technical, and market information into clear, accurate, and compelling external communications.

Prepare executives and subject matter experts for media interviews, including background research, anticipated questions, key messages, and briefing materials. Coordinate interview preparation and logistics to ensure spokespeople are well prepared and engagements are executed effectively. Apply strong editorial judgment to ensure materials are appropriate for the intended audience and consistent with Kroll’s positioning and communications standards. Issues & Crisis Communications Support the management of crisis, issues, and other sensitive communications under the guidance of senior Communications leadership.

Draft holding statements, Q&A materials, briefing documents, and other responsive communications, applying sound judgment in high-pressure situations. Monitor media coverage and emerging narratives in real time, identifying developments that may create reputational implications for Kroll. Escalate material issues appropriately and provide clear, timely information to support decision-making. Coordinate closely with Legal, People/HR, Finance, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure messaging is accurate, appropriately confidential, and aligned across the firm.

Maintain discretion when handling confidential, commercially sensitive, or market-sensitive information. Media Intelligence & Reputation Monitoring Monitor daily media coverage, relevant industry developments, competitor activity, and emerging issues that could affect…