Director, Corporate Communications at Montrose Environmental Group Inc. in Durham, North Carolina

Job Description:

ABOUT YOU



Are you passionate about driving communications that position to lead, foster employee engagement and connectivity across organizations? Are you entrepreneurial, seriously involved in advocating organizational culture and ready to join an inclusive work environment, committed to excellence, to precision, to constant improvement, to new ideas, and to delivering value? If the answer is, "Yes!" then we have an exciting opportunity for a Director of Corporate Communications.


As the Director of Corporate Communications, you will report to the SVP of Marketing & Communications and play a pivotal role in partnering with the Executive and Senior Leadership team across Montrose to develop and transform our global communications strategy. Through our Montrose communications plan, we aim to continue fostering connectivity, inclusion, and cohesion across our organization, enabling our global employee base and key stakeholders to remain informed and engaged as we scale and grow.


In this role, you will work cross-functionally and collaboratively across our organization to craft and deliver communications that are aligned with our Montrose vision. You should expect and be motivated with domestic and/or international travel to meet with your global operational teams, for whom your communications, programs and solutions are intended.


Our preference is for this role to be based in Irvine, CA; Denver, CO; Raleigh-Durham, NC; Dallas, TX; or Houston, TX, but we are open to remote applicants for this position.



WHAT WE CAN OFFER TO YOU



Our mission is supported by our principles: We Value Our People, We Value Our Community, We Value Our Clients, We Value Our Shareholders. We differentiate ourselves with diverse talent. We care for the well-being and development of our people. So, we offer:

• Regular interaction and partnership with the executive team, as well as senior leaders across Montrose
  
  


• Key role within the Marketing & Communications team
  
  


• Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $145,000 to 165,000; eligible for annual bonus (20%); and long term incentive program opportunity
  
  


• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  
  


• 401k with a competitive 4% employer match
  
  


• Progressive vacation policies and company holidays to ensure work/life balance for our people
  
  


• A financial assistance program to help support peers in need known as the Montrose Foundation
  
  


• Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans
  
  

A DAY IN THE LIFE

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  Lead Communications Strategy: Develop and execute a proactive, global communications strategy that highlights Montrose's strategic initiatives, keeps employees informed and engaged, and aligns with the company's growth objectives.
  
  


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  Strategic Partnering with Leadership: Collaborate closely with executive and senior leadership across Montrose to identify public relations and communications objectives. Build cohesive narratives, communication plans, and collateral that reflect these goals and influence both internal and external audiences.
  
  


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  Internal and External Communications: Serve as a strategic communications counsel to senior leaders, creating content for diverse audiences and channels to support scale and growth. Manage internal communications platforms (newsletters, intranet) and external media releases, including relationships with media outlets and agencies.
  
  


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  Stakeholder and Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner cross-functionally with departments like HR, IT, Legal, Sustainability, and Corporate Development to align communication strategies, ensuring a consistent cadence of events and messaging. Act as a liaison between Montrose and external agencies to oversee creative direction, timelines, and budgets.
  
  


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  Technology-Driven Personalization: Leverage communication technologies to personalize and deliver messages at scale, addressing the needs of Montrose's diverse, global workforce while exploring emerging communication trends and channels.
  
  


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  Content and Crisis Management: Create and maintain a content calendar for company-wide communications like Townhalls, ensuring timely distribution. Develop crisis communication strategies and handle issues as they arise, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
  
  


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  Acquisition Integration Communications: Participate in the due diligence of prospective acquisitions and collaborate with new management teams to integrate communications strategies, ensuring a seamless transition into Montrose.
  
  


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  Investor Relations and Public Affairs: Partner with Investor Relations to assist with investor relations deliverables and any needed management of public policy. cation program effectiveness through data-driven insights. Develop strategies for continuous improvement to keep communications impactful and relevant.
  
  


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  Media Relations and Social Channels: Oversee media relations, including pitching to top-tier media outlets and engaging with trade publications. Strategically manage social media platforms and emerging digital channels to build brand presence.
  
  

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS



To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility, listed in the A Day in the Life section above, satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and responsibilities.

• 10+ years of progressive experience in a communications, public relations, or related role
  
  


• Proven ability to create compelling communications that engages, educates and inspires its audience
  
  


• Demonstrated ability to effectively partner, coach and consult with executive and senior level leaders across functions, businesses and/or countries
  
  


• Presence, confidence, maturity and emotional intelligence
  
  


• Demonstrated ability to lead or support large-scale communications initiatives, including assembling and directing resources to ensure timelines are met
  
  


• Willingness and ability to handle multiple and competing priorities across different time zones and global teams
  
  


• Ability to navigate a dynamic, fast-paced environment
  
  


• Expert communication, project management, prioritization, and creative problem-solving skills
  
  


• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field
  
  


• Ability to travel domestically and internationally
  
  


• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt content for different channels and audiences; AP style expertise
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior global communications experience
  
  


• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field is required; a Master's degree or MBA is preferred.Prior public company experience either working directly for or via agency
  
  


• Experience with HubSpot, Adobe, Canva, Asana, internal comms tech (Contact Monkey), PR technology (Cision, Muck Rack, Meltwater, Business Wire, etc.) is a plus
  
  

MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER



Montrose is a leading environmental solutions company focused on supporting commercial and government organizations as they deal with the challenges of today and prepare for what's coming tomorrow. With ~3,400 employees across 100+ locations worldwide, Montrose combines deep local knowledge with an integrated approach to design, engineering, and operations, enabling Montrose to respond effectively and efficiently to the unique requirements of each project. From comprehensive air measurement and laboratory services to regulatory compliance, emergency response, permitting, engineering, and remediation, Montrose delivers innovative and practical solutions that keep its clients on top of their immediate needs - and well ahead of the strategic curve. For more information, visitwww.montrose-env.com.


We are going to be blunt - the way we work may not suit everyone. Montrose is a fast-paced, dynamic and high-growth company. You are your own boss, but you will get ample guidance and support from talented, engaged, super-smart colleagues from Montrose and its service providers. Therefore, if freedom, autonomy, and head-scratching professional challenges attract you, we could be the perfect match.


Want to know more about Montrose? Visit montrose-env.com and have fun!


Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities. Apply Now