Director of Marketing and Communications Jobs

Explore Director of Marketing and Communications jobs that bring together brand leadership, strategic storytelling, and business growth. These senior professionals shape how organizations connect with customers, employees, partners, and the public. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced leaders find roles that match their expertise and career goals.

What Does a Director of Marketing and Communications Do?

Directors in this field develop and lead integrated marketing and communications strategies. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include setting brand direction, overseeing campaigns and content, guiding public relations, managing internal communications, and aligning messaging across channels. They often work closely with executive teams, sales, product, human resources, and external agencies to support organizational priorities.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for a record of leading teams and delivering measurable results, along with strong writing, presentation, and stakeholder-management skills. Experience in brand strategy, digital marketing, public relations, demand generation, analytics, and budget management can be valuable. Requirements vary by company and industry; many leadership roles seek a relevant degree or equivalent experience and a history of progressively responsible work.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Director-level marketing and communications professionals work across industries, including technology, healthcare, finance, consumer goods, and professional services. Depending on the organization’s structure, this role may lead to positions such as Vice President of Marketing, Chief Marketing Officer, or Chief Communications Officer. Browse opportunities to compare leadership scope, team responsibilities, and the strategic challenges each employer offers.

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Use Ladders to explore vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review openings, identify roles aligned with your leadership experience, and take the next step toward a senior marketing and communications opportunity.

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$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in strategic client services management, overseeing growth, engagement, and high-value account portfolio. Drive team performance and build enduring client relationships that enhance bu...

United StatesRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $170K *

Drive procurement excellence by optimizing vendor strategies, leveraging AI, and enhancing technology sourcing. Collaborate with leadership to shape a strategic roadmap that maximizes value and effici...

Toronto, ONRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$162K - $243K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical trials through strategic oversight and collaboration. Lead project management efforts globally, ensuring quality, cost, and timeline objectives are m...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $230K *

Lead the creative vision for a diverse portfolio in the pharmaceutical sector. Guide multidisciplinary teams, foster client relationships, and ensure strategic, effective creative work in a highly reg...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Elevate our deal desk function by transforming processes into a scalable model. You'll implement AI tools, streamline order forms, and ensure efficient deal structuring while collaborating with cross...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $220K *

Champion innovation and execution as you lead product management across diverse e-commerce channels. Drive strategic roadmaps, manage global teams, and deliver cutting-edge solutions that enhance cust...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $145K *

Drive growth by identifying and securing new business opportunities in risk management and medical education. Collaborate with teams to develop proposals, manage sales pipelines, and ensure alignment...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead and innovate Dropbox's lifecycle marketing strategy, enhancing customer engagement and retention. Manage a team to develop impactful programs that drive adoption and revenue across diverse custom...

CanadaRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$142K - $197K *

Drive strategic improvements and operational efficiency in Partnerships by establishing frameworks, integrating AI solutions, and optimizing team performance, all while collaborating with cross-functi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing integrated media strategies and client partnerships across pharmaceutical and life sciences accounts, driving business growth and ensuring exceptional delivery and client...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $130K *

Shape the future of our global environmental monitoring products by leading product marketing, influencing sales strategies, and enhancing competitive positioning. Collaborate across teams to create i...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $120K *

Grow your career with a strategic marketing role focusing on product positioning, competitive intelligence, and sales enablement for a suite of environmental monitoring products, delivering impactful...

CanadaRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $175K *

Drive operational excellence by leading strategic initiatives and managing a team to enhance Care Operations. Transform high-level strategies into scalable systems that improve care delivery and patie...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$277K - $350K *

Elevate your career by leading global demand generation strategies, driving enterprise pipeline growth, and optimizing high-impact ABM programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in strategic program management, overseeing project delivery and team development. Drive successful outcomes through effective staffing, risk management, and stakeholder collaboration...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $200K *

Lead transformative sales enablement initiatives, driving team performance and productivity through strategic execution and innovative technology. Collaborate with leadership to enhance seller effecti...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$157K - $262K *

Drive enterprise vendor management strategy by overseeing vendor relationships, governance, and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, optimize costs, and enhance o...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $185K *

Champion growth and customer marketing by leading a dynamic team to drive full-funnel strategies, optimize campaigns, and leverage AI tools for enhanced performance and insights. Shape the future of m...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $135K *

Strategize and lead B2B programmatic operations, enhancing client relationships and campaign success. Drive best practices, optimize performance, and contribute to business growth while managing a tea...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive the development and execution of impactful experiential events for senior manufacturing leaders, focusing on emerging technologies and industry trends. Collaborate cross-functionally to create e...

Southfield, MIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$202K - $213K *

Lead a dynamic team of product marketers to shape the future of advertising strategies, ensuring seamless product launches and cohesive messaging that drives market leadership and enhances advertiser...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$203K - $214K *

Transform the Ads ecosystem by leading a team of product marketers to create cohesive go-to-market strategies, ensuring seamless product launches and a strong narrative that drives advertiser engageme...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $196K *

Shape the future of K-12 education by leading product marketing strategies that drive growth and adoption. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver compelling messaging and go-to-market initiatives t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Transform eDiscovery management by driving operational excellence, ensuring timely project delivery, and enhancing workflow efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to uphold quality standards and fo...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$190K - $237K *

Unlock the potential of global communications by leading strategic initiatives that enhance brand visibility, media engagement, and corporate storytelling. Drive impactful narratives that position the...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Marketing and Communications do?question toggle

    A Director of Marketing and Communications leads strategies for an organization’s marketing, brand, and communications efforts. Responsibilities may include overseeing campaigns, content, public relations, internal messaging, teams, and budgets.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director of Marketing and Communications jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek substantial marketing or communications experience, a record of leading teams and achieving results, and strengths in strategy, writing, analytics, and stakeholder management. Some roles require a relevant degree or equivalent experience.

  • How much do Director of Marketing and Communications jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, industry, location, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can Directors of Marketing and Communications work?question toggle

    These leaders work in organizations across industries such as technology, healthcare, finance, consumer goods, and professional services.

  • What are common career paths after becoming a Director of Marketing and Communications?question toggle

    Potential next steps, depending on experience and company structure, include Vice President of Marketing, Chief Marketing Officer, or Chief Communications Officer.