- Director of Marketing and Communications
Director of Marketing and Communications
Location
Employment
Full Time
The Role
TheDirector ofMarketing andCommunicationswilllead the firm’s communications and marketing efforts,based in ourNew York City, Washington,DC,Atlanta, Raleigh,Dallas, Los Angeles,or San Francisco Bay Areaoffices. This role will shape how HR&A communicates its work,expertise, and impact to external audiences while also strengthening internal communications across the firm.
The Director will oversee external communications, internal communications, and marketing initiatives that support business development and brand visibility.Working closely with the executive leadership team and teams across the firm, this role will ensure our voice and brand support business development, strengthen lead generation, and elevate proposals and client-facing materials.The Director will also manage relationships with external vendorsand agencies.
This personis a strategic communicator who can translate complex ideas into compelling narratives and designs, manage multiple channels and initiatives, and help position HR&A as a leading advisor to our clients.
The Director of Marketing and Communications will lead three core areas of work:
External Communications
- Develop and implement strategies that elevate HR&A’s brand, thought leadership, and visibility in conversations aboutthe firm’s business priorities.
- Leadproactive and reactivemedia engagementwith support from the firm’s public relations agencyand manage relationships withotherexternalvendorsandcreativeagencies
- Oversee thefirm’s editorial calendar anddevelopment of contentabout the firm and its impactand ensure consistent messaging, design,and brand alignment across all external communications channels, including the firm’s websiteand newsletter/email marketing program.
- Collaboratewithteams tocreativelycommunicate the impact of HR&A’s work.
- Support digital product launches with coordinated communications and content strategies.
Internal Communications
- Design and manageinternal communications that keep staff informed, aligned, and connected to the firm’s prioritiesand impact.
- Supportcorporatecommunications, including firmwide updates, key announcements, and strategic initiatives.
- Help translate firm strategy and initiatives into clear internal messaging for staff at all levels.
Marketing
- Develop and manage marketing materials and special initiatives that strengthen HR&A’s brand presence and support business development.
- Design and improve the firm’s proposal systems and processes.
- Develop and manage proposal tools, templates, and knowledge resourcesthat help teams prepare stronger proposals more efficiently.
- Oversee workflows and coordination for priority pursuits, ensuring high-quality messaging, design, and delivery.
- Track and evaluate proposal performance to improve effectiveness over time.
- Manage a formal internal intake system for marketing and communications requests from across the firm.
Experience Required
- 10–15 years of relevant experience in communications, marketing, or public relations, ideally within a professional services, consulting, or mission-driven organization.
- Experience managing and developing staff, including setting priorities, providing feedback, and supporting professional growth.
- Exceptional writing and editing skills with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear and engaging content.
- Strong strategic thinking and the ability to develop communications approaches that support organizational goals.
- Experience managing multiple communications channels including digital platforms, media relations, and internal communications.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
- Experience designing and managing proposal systems and processes
- Comfortand enthusiasm forusing emerging tools, including AI-enabled platforms, to improve workflows, content development, and marketing effectiveness.
- Experience overseeing digital platforms, including content management systems, email marketing tools (e.g., Mailchimp), and managing technical vendor relationships for web development.
- Experience managing freelance content creators and editorial talent, including journalists and creative professionals.
Hybrid Work Policy
HR&A fosters a collaborative and flexible work environment through our hybrid work policy. Employees work from the office at least three days a week, which allows individuals the freedom to balance their professional and personal lives while maintaining a strong connection to their teams.
Compensation
The base salary range for this position is$131,600–$153,779,plus the opportunity for a discretionary year-end bonus. Where an offer fallsinsidethis pay range is dependent on experience. We offer competitive compensationpackages,based on qualifications and experience. We are an employee-owned company, meaning you will have the opportunity tobenefitfrom the firm’s growth over time through participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Each year, the firm will contribute funds to this long-term wealth-building account and may make contributions to other retirement accounts. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package that goes well beyond coverage of 90-95% of healthcare premiums, including dental and vision coverage.
About Us
HR&A Advisors, Inc. (HR&A) is an employee-owned company advising public, private, non-profit, and philanthropic clients on how to increase opportunity and advance quality of life in cities.
We believe in creating vital places, building equitable and resilient communities, and improving people’s lives.
From Brooklyn to London, Medellin to Hong Kong, we have guided hundreds of clients in transforming real estate and economic development concepts, and public infrastructure, first into actionable plans and then into job-producing, community-strengthening assets.
Our clients include real estate owners and investors, hospitals and universities, cultural institutions and philanthropies, community development organizations, and governments.
HR&A has offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, Raleigh, Washington D.C. and the Bay Area. We come from diverse backgrounds, have a breadth of lived experience, and share a passion for cities. We are former city officials, executive directors, planners, lawyers, architects, and economists.
Employee-owned and future-focused. Access our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) plan, and company-paid life insurance.
Employees are immediately eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage. HR&A covers a significant portion of premiums, with plans ranging from $0 to approximately $310/month for family coverage.
Family Planning
Enjoy fertility benefits, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave, and adoption assistance after one year.
Your journey is supported by Partner Mentors, Advisors, and Peer Guides. Employees have access to additional leadership sponsorship, and seven Employee Resource Groups foster community.
Educational Opportunities
Eligible employees can receive reimbursement for undergraduate or graduate degree programs and continuing education courses at accredited institutions, trade schools, or through professional associations.
Professional Development
HR&A sponsors staff participation in conferences and professional development events. We host regular skill-building training and workshops to support your continual education and growth.
Travel
Experience communities across the globe with opportunities to visit project sites and our offices, learning firsthand about the impact of our work in cities and neighborhoods.
Annual $500 stipend for wellness needs, including therapy sessions, gym memberships, stress reduction aids, and more.
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