VP of Marketing & Communications (Full Remote Eligible)

at  Simmons University

JOB SUMMARY

The VP, Marketing & Communications is responsible for leading an integrated strategic marketing strategy aligned with the Institute’s growth objectives and Simmons University focus areas. You will oversee the resources required to run a lean and efficient digital marketing ecosystem with a keen eye on growing market awareness and driving new business opportunities while focusing on lead acquisition and client engagement.
The VP, Marketing & Communications brings in-depth knowledge and expertise on all aspects of digital marketing, ideally with experience in the B2B and conference marketing spaces. You are curious about current marketing trends and are willing to innovate, test, and learn continuously.
Reporting to the COO, this role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day outputs on all things marketing-related. They will lead all ongoing initiatives that require partnerships with internal constituents and third-party agencies and are willing to roll up their sleeves and dive into the work when necessary.
The VP will thrive leading a small, tight-knit, purpose-driven organization with aggressive growth goals. The ideal candidate for this role is flexible and nimble, works from a place of curiosity, and is invested in their own growth in addition to the care and well-being of others around them.
The VP, Marketing & Communications will also own a positioning and messaging strategy designed to position the Institute as the preeminent thought leader in the gender equity and inclusive leader space, with a relentless focus on diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. This includes the Simmons Leadership Conference and our flagship offerings within corporate education + thought leadership and research.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

15+ years of leadership experience in a marketing and/or growth focused role
Outstanding communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to influence and build consensus
Ability to approach problems with creativity and curiosity
Ability to take initiative and ownership of projects with strong planning and organizational skills
A growth mindset and a bias for action
High EQ with poise under pressure
Proven ability to perform duties with a high level of professionalism, flexibility; discretion, judgment, diplomacy, and tact
Ability to multitask, adapt to changing priorities, and meet deadlines
Experience with WordPress, Zoom, Google Suite, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, MailChimp, Qualtrics (survey tool), Slack, Asana, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required

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