VP of Corporate Responsibility

Company Description

Cohesion (YC P26) is an early-stage, venture-backed company focused on building technology that strengthens collaboration, transparency, and alignment across organizations. As a Y Combinator-backed startup, Cohesion operates in a fast-paced environment that values innovation, impact, and ownership. Team members work remotely and leverage modern tools to coordinate strategy, communication, and execution. The company culture emphasizes curiosity, ethical decision-making, and long-term value creation for stakeholders. Cohesion offers opportunities to shape foundational practices and contribute directly to the organization’s growth and responsibility initiatives. Role Description The VP of Corporate Responsibility is a full-time, remote leadership role responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing Cohesion’s corporate responsibility strategy across social, environmental, and governance dimensions. Day-to-day responsibilities include defining responsibility frameworks and policies, coordinating strategic communications on corporate responsibility initiatives, and partnering with executive leadership to integrate responsibility goals into business planning. The role involves drafting and reviewing public-facing materials, including press releases and reports, to ensure clear, accurate, and consistent messaging. This position will lead cross-functional collaboration with product, operations, and people teams to align internal practices with stated values and external commitments. The VP of Corporate Responsibility will also monitor emerging standards, manage key stakeholder relationships, and represent the company in relevant industry discussions and media engagements.

Qualifications

Strong corporate communications skills, including Corporate Communications and Strategic Communications, with experience creating frameworks that align messaging with business objectives. Proficiency in Public Relations and Press Releases, including drafting, reviewing, and coordinating announcements related to corporate responsibility initiatives. Experience in Media Relations, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with journalists, industry publications, and other external stakeholders. Demonstrated leadership in corporate responsibility, ESG, sustainability, or related fields, including policy development and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to operate in a remote, fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects and collaborating across teams and time zones. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to accuracy, clarity, and inclusive language. Track record of strategic thinking, data-informed decision-making, and measuring the impact of responsibility and communication initiatives. Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business, Political Science, Environmental Studies, or a related field; advanced degree is beneficial but not required. Previous experience in a senior or executive role influencing company-wide policies or programs is highly beneficial, particularly in startup or high-growth environments.