Head of Marketing, Communications and Public Affairs for North America

Location:
Houston, TX, United States
Business:
Energy Systems
Position type:
Full Time
Contract type:
Permanent Employee
Job ID:
6899
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Overview

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About the role

The global Marketing, Communication and Public Affairs (MCP) team positions DNV as the credible thought leader and enabler of industry change in the energy transition, helps win business by creating demand for our services through best-practice marketing and communications aligned with business priorities; helps build an optimal employee experience and satisfaction; builds and maintains relationships with policy makers and industry stakeholders; scouts for commercial opportunities/ synergies from these relations. MCP consists of a Global Centre of Expertise and five regional Marketing, Communications and Public Affairs teams, close to customers and markets.

To enable Energy Systems to achieve its strategic ambitions and become future fit, we need Marketing, Communications and Public Affairs professionals who support the business to meet customers’ expectations while also building a globally consistent premium brand for DNV in the energy market. The MCP team is therefore seeking a Head of MCP for the region North America, leading a team of Marketing Communications managers.

The Head of MCP North America reports to the Head of Regions and is member of the MCP Leadership team. The Head of MCP North America is a results-driven senior marketing & communications advisor and the central point of contact for the Regional Business Director and the Regional Leadership Team. In this role you will support Energy Systems’ growth goals in the region through commercial, customer focused high quality marketing, internal & external communications projects tailored towards key accounts and specific local target audiences. You will do this by developing and deploying a regional marketing and communications strategy including services from different Business Units, growth segments and ventures. You will also ensure internal communications is well deployed within the region. You stimulate collaboration within the regional MCP teams as well as across regions and functions.

What you'll do

  • Develops and sets the MCP strategy, annual initiatives & tactics plan for the Region based on market data and customer analytics, with the aim to improve customer and stakeholder relations and increase quality leads; promotes cross-selling by including the needs of Global Business Units, ventures, and segments
  • Advises the Regional Director on marketing, internal, external communications, and public affairs
  • Leads a strong team of customer focused marketing communications managers
  • Monitors and reports on Regional MCP KPIs in a structured and regular manner to the Regional Director and within MCP to ensure return on investment can be measured
  • Defines and monitors MCP budget and MCP resources for the region; aligns with the Regional Director and the Head of Regions. Is member of the regional leadership team and joins regular meetings
  • Embeds global positioning, campaigns, trends, tools, systems in the region along global messaging and applies premium brand quality according to globally defined standards
  • Ensures Regional MCP plans are executed within required deadlines, budget and global quality standards with the required results
  • Proactively spots opportunities and creates solutions and creative campaigns suited for the region
  • Is the regional touchpoint to adapt global campaigns to regional needs, customers, and interests

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
  • 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
  • Education reimbursement program
  • Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities
  • Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program
  • Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company
  • Career advancement opportunities
**Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election**

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 disabilities. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require 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 accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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About you

What Is required

  • Relevant education, Bachelor's level or higher
  • Extensive experience (minimum 10 years) and expertise in marketing and communications
  • Preferably experience in managing people
  • Strategic partner, senior marketeer & communications professional, customer obsessed, commercial mindset
  • Used to connect with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
  • Organization skills to meet deadlines and time schedules, able to manage limited resources with optimized outcome
  • Proven ability to work in a highly structured way, ensuring full compliance with established policies, procedures and guidelines
  • Analytical, digital and data focused
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Very experienced and familiar with the culture and differences within the region
  • We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening

Personal qualities

  • Act as senior advisor and has a commercial growth mindset
  • Communicates effectively, is pragmatic, builds strong relationships and is able to influence
  • Hold strong coaching- and leadership skills and has ability to engage, develop, empower, and motivate the MCP team
  • Natural team player with behavioral flexibility to build relationships, adapts easily, coaches, influences and is able to give and receive feedback in a constructive way
  • Creates trust through reliable delivery and strong and stable relationships with internal and external customers
  • Promotes a diverse and inclusive culture, respects and understands cultural diversity and is able to communicate and connect with people at different levels
  • Is politically aware, sensitive, and adaptable; moves easily and successfully in an international complex organization
  • Strong communication, influencing and senior advisory skills.
  • Inspiring people manager
  • Cultivates a broad and diverse network
  • Is eager on growth and renewal; uses the latest trends, insights and developments in marketing, communications, public affairs.

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

Benefits

Please note, benefits may depend on your contract type, please confirm with your recruiter.

Profit Share

You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.

Personal Development

You’ll have a lot of opportunities to learn and grow. Whether it’s building your network, having resources to plan and realise your career goals or enjoying genuine freedom to satisfy your curiosity, we’ll make sure you’re always growing and developing.

401(k)

DNV provides the option for eligible employees to enroll in our professional managed 401(k) plan. We’ll match up to a percentage of employee elected investment, which will become fully vested after a few years.

Healthcare and more

You’ll have multiple medical plans to choose from including Dental, Vision, RX plans, AD&D, Critical Illness, ST/LT Disability, Paid Parental Leave, Virtual TalkSpace Therapy.

Additional benefits

ID theft protection, generous PTO accrual including paid volunteer time off, company paid holidays, discounted pet insurance, dollar-for-dollar charitable donation matching, Dollars for Doers, additional vacation hours purchase plan, commuter benefits, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition reimbursement.

Values-led organization

Our values show a commitment to employees and the community they serve. These serve a guiding light on our journey to fulfill our Purpose of safeguarding life, property, and the environment. Driven by these Values, you’ll have the opportunity to give back through not only charitable matched giving, but through direct support to community organizations and as a mentor to students in underserved communities.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.

Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

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Working here

Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.

At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.

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Application Process

FAQs

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page. We’ve put together answers to the questions we’re asked most often to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. Whether you're curious about our recruitment process, benefits or career growth and development, you should find the information below.

How can I find job openings that fit my skills and interests?

Explore our official job search page where you can use filters such as job type, location, and department to find roles that best match your qualifications and career aspirations.

What’s your application process like?

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require (i.e. university diplomas/transcripts; visas; previous employment reference letters). Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing. 

Is your recruitment process designed to be inclusive and accessible?

Yes, it is. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We’re happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Share the details of what you need within your application.

What types of interviews might I undergo?

Depending on your role, our interview process may include initial phone screenings, video conferences, and in-person interviews, focusing on both your technical abilities and our shared values. You can ask your recruiter specifically about the interview process for your role. 

How long does the hiring process typically take from application to decision?

The timeline can vary but we make every effort to reply to each candidate as soon as possible and keep everyone up-to-date with where they are in the recruitment process.

How do I know if a recruitment contact is legitimately from your company?

Official communication will come from our verified company email addresses. Carefully check any suspicious looking emails and if you have any doubts, don’t engage.

Are there any fees involved in your recruitment process?

No, we do not charge any fees at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications and interviews are free of charge, we will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments – please be wary of any requests for payment as these are likely scams.

What should I do if I suspect a job scam?

If you encounter suspicious job postings or recruitment practices, do not provide personal information and contact your recruiter as soon as possible. We take these matters seriously. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments part of our recruitment process.

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Disclaimer

Please beware of recruitment scams that pretend to be from DNV or its employees. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments as part of our recruitment process.