Local Unit & Position Description

Come and join the Maritime Communications and Marketing team at DNV Maritime, the world's leading classification society, and help drive the industry s transition towards a digital, efficient and eco-friendly future; through broadening our reputation as a thought leader and accelerating revenue generation. The global Maritime Communications and Marketing team comprises 30 committed and high-performing international communications and marketing experts in 8 countries, responsible for strategy and leadership communication, marketing communication, branding, digital marketing, media relations & PR, social media as well as employee communications.

We are looking for a new Regional Communications Manager to manage DNV Maritime s Communications Hub in Americas. This position will be based out of Katy, Texas office on Hybrid model (minimum 3 days office).

In this role, you will be an integral part of the regional communications organization and the global communications and marketing team. Planning, driving and executing all communications activities for the North, Central and South American markets, you would be responsible for implementing effective communications strategies and campaigns to drive reach, reputation, relations and revenue generation, as well as employee engagement across the Region Americas. Together with 1 direct report of a supporting Regional Communications Manager.

Reporting to the Head of Regional Communications in the Maritime business area based in Hamburg/Germany, the Regional Communications Manager Americas will have a range of responsibilities, including:

• Developing a long-term integrated communication strategy for Americas in alignment with the global communication strategy
• Managing the communications and marketing budget for the Region
• Leading, guiding and developing the team member of the Regional Communications hub Americas
• Setting relevant targets, monitoring progress and measuring success
• Leading and project managing regional communications projects and campaigns
• Acting as a key sparring partner for all comms-related activities to the Regional Management and Business Development teams across the Region
• Fostering media relations, handling media requests, and supporting with crisis management
• Contributing to the development, execution, and delivery of content across all channels (PR, social media, marketing collateral, online publishing, webinars, internal comms)
• Selecting, executing, and supporting regional trade shows, conferences and other marketing events, including in collaboration with other DNV Business Areas
• Ensuring brand consistency across all channels
• Driving a digital first communications strategy through professional marketing automation with a potential to scale local initiatives globally and vice-versa
• Driving internal and leadership communications across different channels to provide a line of sight between high-level strategy and individual actions and goals

Position Qualifications

What is Required

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Business Administration or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in communications, marketing, or sales in a B2B business environment
• Proven track record as a project manager and trusted advisor to top management
• Demonstrable understanding of content marketing tactics (such as SEO, digital advertising, lead nurturing and social media marketing)
• High brand awareness and experience in brand development
  • Familiarization on content writing and videography
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of an international, virtual team
• We conduct a pre-employment background check and drug screen

What is Preferred

• Experience of working within the Maritime industry
• Familiarity with or openness to work with digital platforms & tools such as Eloqua, SalesForce, GoToWebinar

Personal qualities

• Fluency in English
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Highly collaborative
• A clear communicator
• Strong analytical skills
• Solution-oriented self-starter
• Willing to experiment and test new concepts, channels and strategies
• Be comfortable working on multiple initiatives at the same time, prioritizing effectively to meet tight deadlines
• Detail oriented, while keeping the focus on the big picture
• Openness/flexibility to travel annually (approx. 4-6 trips domestically and approx.2-3 trips internationally).

*Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position*

How We Do It

We Care, We Dare, We Share

DNV is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment department (hrrecruitment.northamerica@dnv.com). Information received relating to accommodations will be addressed confidentially.

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What We Offer

• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
• Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
• Spending accounts FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA
• Special programs Employee Assistance Program, ID theft protection, and accident and critical illness options for you and your family
• Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace
• 401(k) with company match
• Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
• Tuition assistance
• Consumer discounts and rewards
• Flexible work schedule with hybrid/remote opportunities
• Advancement opportunities

**Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee elections**

Company & Business Area Description

DNV is the independent expert in risk management and assurance, with almost 12,000 employees operating in more than 100 countries. Through our broad experience and deep expertise we advance safety and sustainable performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions.

We are the world s leading classification society and a recognized advisor for the maritime industry. We enhance safety, quality, energy efficiency and environmental performance of the global shipping industry across all vessel types and offshore structures. We invest heavily in research and development to find solutions, together with the industry, that address strategic, operational or regulatory challenges.

Equal Opportunity Statement

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity!