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Vice President - Strategic Communications Business Partners

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Job Summary 

The Vice President, Strategic Communications Business Partners position oversees the team of communicators responsible for strategic business communications, supporting internal communications for the CEO, Chairman, and corporate discipline Executive Vice Presidents (EVP) (i.e., the Senior Leadership Team (SLT)). This position oversees all executive, organizational, and internal communications across corporate disciplines, ensuring alignment and consistency in messaging. This role will drive strategic communications for high-priority projects under the Growing Forward strategy and will ensure the team collaborates with senior leaders to maintain updated corporate talking points and executive profiles. This position will manage the process for Board of Directors presentations and embrace innovative communication methods to enhance internal communications at Marriott. A key responsibility for this role is to develop best-in-class communications practices and partner with creative teams to elevate messaging.  

CANDIDATE PROFILE  

Required  

  • Bachelor's degree, preferably with a concentration in Communications, Journalism, English, or Marketing.
  • An exceptional portfolio reflecting 12+ years of communications experience in internal communications; knowledge about the hospitality business preferred.   
  • Demonstrated depth of experience in working with executive and senior leadership communications and success working with members of the leadership team in fast-paced situations. 
  • Executive communications skills, both verbal and written. Ability to develop and implement highly effective strategic and measurable communications plans. 
  • Creative problem-solving skills and excellent time management.  
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills to effectively build relationships and interact with associates at all levels within the organization and with the general public.   
  • Ability to routinely work from the HQ office in Bethesda. 

Preferred  

  • Master’s degree in communications, Journalism, English, Marketing or related field. 

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES  

  • Lead a team of dedicated Strategic Business Communications Partners to support the CEO, Chairman, and corporate discipline EVPs.   
  • Oversee all executive, organizational, and internal communications activities across the corporate disciplines and lead the Senior Directors assigned to these areas.  
  • Partner across the SLT to ensure these executives have a clear and connected messaging strategy aligned to the Growing Forward strategy and their respective areas of oversight.  
  • Partner with Managing VP, Global Internal Communications; Senior VP, Global Corporate Communications; and EVP, Global Chief Communications & Public Affairs Officer on CEO, Chairman, and SLT leader executive profiles to ensure consistent messaging strategies across internal/external audiences.  
  • Assign work and oversee all strategic communications for projects/initiatives prioritized and assigned under the Growing Forward strategy.  
  • Ensure best-in-class communications practices are developed, socialized, and administered across the team – acting as a visible leader within Global Internal Communications and trusted partner across Marriott’s broader senior leadership  
  • Partner with Sr. Director, Business Operations Communications to identify opportunities for hotel, owner, and associate messaging – anchored in Growing Forward strategy, corporate disciplines, and SLT communications strategies.  
  • Partner with Director, Creative & Content to oversee development of compelling and engaging creative and visuals to elevate communications for the SLT, Corporate disciplines, and Growing Forward strategy.  
  • Partner with Sr. Director, Channels to ensure best-in-class practices are used for communications channels and in using data and analytics to drive channel strategy for strategic communications projects. 
  • Develop and oversee an integrated end-to-end process for Board of Directors presentations across the SLT, incorporating best practices and review standards.  
  • Embody the strategic, interpersonal, and trusted skills of a communications business partner to set the example for how this team operates and elevates work across the enterprise.  
  • Embrace new technology and innovative communications methods and platforms as part of evolving internal communications at Marriott.   

The salary range for this position is $177,075 to $260,100 annually. Marriott offers a bonus program, comprehensive health care benefits, 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match, employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount, accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable), life insurance, group disability insurance, travel discounts, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, health savings account (except for positions based out of or performed in Hawaii), flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, pre-tax commuter benefits, other life and work wellness benefits, and may include other incentives such as stock awards and deferred compensation plans. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.  

The compensation and benefits information is provided as of the date of this posting. Marriott reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to Be connected. Headquarters-based positions are considered hybrid, for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda, MD; candidates outside of commuting distance to Bethesda, MD will be considered for Remote positions.

 

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

Marriott International is the world’s largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team, and become the best version of you.