Roo (www.roo.vet) has created the first B2B labor marketplace in animal healthcare that connects veterinary professionals with hospitals through innovative technology, with opportunities to expand and offer more opportunities for both our demand & supply of users.

We are seeking a VP of Communications to lead and enhance our internal and external communication strategies. This leadership role involves overseeing all communication initiatives to ensure consistent and positive messaging that aligns with Roo’s mission and values.

What you'll be doing:

• Executive Communication Strategy: Define and drive Roo’s global communication vision, aligning strategies with organizational objectives and positioning the company as an industry leader.

• Brand Stewardship & Public Voice: Serve as a primary spokesperson and guardian of Roo’s reputation, ensuring consistent, compelling, and authentic messaging across all platforms.

• Media & Stakeholder Relations: Build and maintain high-level relationships with media, industry influencers, investors, and other key stakeholders to strengthen Roo’s influence and visibility.

• Crisis & Issues Leadership: Oversee crisis communication planning and execution, advising the executive team and Board on reputational risk, and ensuring swift, effective responses.

• Executive Team Partnership: Collaborate closely with the CEO, CPO, and leadership team to support strategic initiatives, thought leadership, and organizational change communications.

• Organizational Alignment: Ensure communication strategies are integrated across marketing, product, HR, and operations to advance enterprise-wide goals and foster cultural cohesion.

• Team Development & Leadership: Lead, inspire, and scale a high-performing communications organization, cultivating talent and driving innovation in messaging, storytelling, and channel use.

What you'll need to flourish:

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field; advanced degree strongly preferred.

• Extensive Experience: 15+ years in communications, public affairs, or related disciplines, including 7+ years in senior leadership with demonstrated impact at the enterprise level.

• Strategic Leadership: Proven ability to shape corporate narrative, influence stakeholders, and deliver communication strategies that drive measurable business outcomes.

• Media & Industry Expertise: Deep relationships with top-tier media, analysts, and thought leaders, with a record of securing high-value visibility.

• Crisis & Reputation Management: Demonstrated success navigating complex, sensitive issues and guiding executive decision-making under pressure.

• Executive Communication Skills: Exceptional writing, storytelling, and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complexity and inspire diverse audiences.

Compensation: $245,900 - $262,704 Annually - The posted compensation range reflects the base salary for this position, Salary for this role is commensurate with prior experience. In addition to base salary, some eligible roles may also have a commission plan or a bonus incentive.

Who we are:

Our dynamic platform enables hospitals to fulfill personnel needs in real time, while allowing high-quality veterinary professionals to secure work at the click of a button.  Beyond the platform, Roo represents a growing opportunity to help hospitals meet all-things staffing, and a growing community of resilient vet industry professionals who value flexibility and work-life balance, in addition to providing the best possible outcomes for clients and their pets.  

Our aim is to combine experienced healthcare expertise with Silicon Valley talent to shake up this industry and change the way veterinarians and hospitals work!

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