Head of Corporate Communications

Head of Corporate Communications, AVP or VP

Job Category: Marketing

Requisition Number: AVPHE001177

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• Full-Time
• Hybrid

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Description

Great people make great properties. As a shopping center developer of some of the nation's best real estate in top markets, Macerich offers opportunities to work, grow and develop your unique talents. Apply now to help us shape the future of retail real estate while building a meaningful, rewarding, and balanced career.

The Position on our Team:

The Head of Corporate Communication will lead the development and execution of the company's communication strategy. This role is responsible for managing all internal and external communications to promote a positive image of the company, ensuring alignment with the company's objectives, and enhancing its reputation. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and extensive experience in corporate communications.

This is a full-time, hybrid role with three days in-office and two days working remotely.

This role will be filled at either the AVP or VP level, depending on candidate experience.

In This Role, You Will:

Strategic Communication Planning

• In close coordination with Executive Team guidance, develop and implement a comprehensive corporate communication strategy that supports the company's business goals
• Ensure consistent messaging across all communication channels and materials.
• Identify and mitigate potential communication risks.

Media Relations

• Build and maintain relationships with key media outlets and journalists.
• Oversee the preparation and distribution of press releases, media kits, and other communication materials.
• Manage media inquiries and interview requests.

Internal Communications

• Develop and implement internal communication programs to ensure employees are informed and engaged.
• Foster a culture of transparency and open communication within the organization while ensuring mission and values are consistently used as through-line in all communications.
• Oversee the creation of internal newsletters, memos, and other communication tools.

External Communications and Public Relations

• Manage the company's public image and reputation.
• Develop and oversee the execution of public relations campaigns (both nationally and at the property level where applicable).
• Coordinate with corporate marketing to ensure brand consistency.
• Manage crisis communication efforts as needed.

Content Creation and Management

• Oversee the creation of high-quality content for various platforms, including the company website, social media, and corporate reports.
• Ensure all content is aligned with the company's strategic goals and messaging.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, partners, investors (in concert with IR) and government entities.
• Coordinate communication efforts to address stakeholder concerns and promote the company's interests.

Leadership and Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop the corporate communication team.
• Manage departmental budgets and resources efficiently.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture.

What You Bring to Macerich:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in corporate communications, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record in developing and executing successful communication strategies.
• Strong media relations skills and experience acting as a company spokesperson.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience in crisis communication and reputation management.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• All applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, including corresponding core job requirements, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities (and others in accordance with applicable law) to perform the essential functions of the job, consistent with applicable laws and Company policy.

Why You'll Love Working with Us:

We know our people make us who we are, and we take pride in recruiting and retaining the best and brightest employees from all backgrounds. We recognize the value of strengthening our workforce with diverse thoughts, voices, ideas, and people. This makes our company a rewarding and energizing environment to work in.

As an employee with Macerich, you will also benefit from the following:

• Best-in-class benefits with affordable employee contribution levels.
• Hybrid work schedule with the ability to work remotely two days per week.
• Annual paid time off, including vacation time, 12 paid holidays and 80 hours of sick time annually.
• Savings accounts for your future through 401K and Health Savings Accounts.
• Participation in the Company stock program at a discount.
• 24 paid volunteer hours annually and employer charitable match benefit.
• A sense of belonging fostered by wellness, satisfaction, diversity, and inclusion.

We create places where people come together. Macerich is reinventing the retail experience bringing together the best of shopping, dining, office, multifamily and experiences to meet the needs of the communities we serve. With 44 properties in some of the most vibrant, bustling cities across the country from New York to California, Macerich is setting the bar for transforming retail real estate into our vision for Regional Town Centers for everyone.

Our Culture of Belonging

At Macerich, we prioritize diversity, inclusivity, and equity, benefiting our employees, workplaces, and communities. We actively seek talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, recognizing the strength it brings. Our goal is to create a thriving, respectful environment that celebrates uniqueness and fosters learning. We are proud of our practices promoting equal employment and advancement opportunities. Macerich welcomes all qualified applicants, regardless of protected characteristics. For further details, refer to our Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation Policy. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Contact our People team for assistance.

We strive to be leaders in our industry by operating properties that prioritize responsible stewardship of our resources for the benefit of our tenants, guests, investors, employees, communities, industry partners and the planet. We are also committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all employees can thrive. By prioritizing and investing in our employees, we create value for our workplaces and Regional Town Centers, as well as the communities we serve.

Qualifications Education Preferred

Bachelors or better in Communication or related field.

Masters or better in Communication or related field.