Director, Corporate Marketing & Communications

WHO WE ARE: At Fors Marsh, we take on issues that matter. We are a team of researchers, strategists, and communicators working together to drive lasting change. We look at human behavior from all angles with a deep understanding of people and context to design solutions that influence decision-making and move people to action. Our work promotes health and well-being, shapes resilient communities, and builds effective and accountable institutions. We are a certified B Corporation and a Top Workplace for 7 consecutive years.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We are looking for a Director of Corporate Marketing and Communications who has a deep understanding of both communications and context. They know that communications is not simply about what is said, but what is heard, believed, and remembered. This is a high-visibility, high-accountability role for someone who understands our business environment, appreciates the responsibility that comes with a role like this, and takes ownership of how Fors Marsh shows up.

This role is one of stewardship. You are responsible for ensuring that how Fors Marsh communicates reflects who we are, what we do, and the standards we hold ourselves to.

How we present ourselves externally and communicate internally shapes how clients, partners, and employees understand who we are. This role requires judgment, attention to nuance, and an appreciation for the responsibility that comes with representing the company.

You will lead the full corporate marketing and communications portfolio: brand stewardship, internal communications, external positioning. You will lead a small, agile and super talented team and have access to tools and resources to drive success.

Core Responsibilities

Brand Stewardship

• Serve as steward of the Fors Marsh brand across all
  touchpoints, including voice, tone, visual identity, and positioning.
• Ensure external communications accurately reflect what the
  company does, how it works, and what differentiates it.
• Identify and address positioning risks before they reach the
  market.

Internal Communications

• Lead internal communications including internal messaging,
  company-wide meetings, newsletters, and intranet content.
• Build communications that create clarity, alignment, and
  connection across a growing and distributed organization.

External Positioning and Thought Leadership

• Manage the company's public presence across LinkedIn,
  Instagram and other owned channels.
• Oversee the strategy and execution of company-owned media and
  content platforms.
• Develop and execute a thought leadership strategy that
  elevates Fors Marsh and its subject matter experts in priority markets.
• Identify and pursue awards, recognition programs, and
  speaking opportunities that strengthen market position.
• Lead conference strategy, ensuring Fors Marsh is present
  where it matters most.

Public Relations and Media

• Manage relationships with PR resources and external
  communications partners.
• Develop and execute communications strategies for
  acquisitions, partnerships, program launches, and other company
  announcements.
• Advise leadership on how market conditions, industry
  dynamics, and current events should inform communications decisions.

We Offer:

Our benefits typically meet or exceed our competitors’ packages. What’s in it for you?

• Ability to make an impact on people’s lives, both internal and external to the organization.

• Top-tier health, dental, and long and short-term disability coverage all covered at 100% for employee coverage.

• Our company culture, which values balance and allows each employee to take leave as they require it to balance the responsibilities of both their work and home lives without worrying about depleting their available leave hours.

• A floating holiday bank so you can celebrate the days you value.

• Generous matching retirement contributions and no vesting period starting the third month of employment.

• Dedicated training and development budgets to expand your expertise and grow your skillset.

• You can volunteer your way with paid time off.

• You can participate in Fors Marsh staff-led affinity groups.

• Our employees receive product and service discounts through the certified B Corp network.

Annual Salary: $145,000-$170,000

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Location: Hybrid.  On-site requirements as needed in the D.C. Area. #LI-hybrid

EOE: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.