AU Marketing & Communications Lead

Why Arup?

At Arup we’re dedicated to shaping a better world.  Our purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years. We solve the world's most complex problems and deliver what seems impossible, with curiosity and creativity. We’re a thriving and growing organisation which offers you many possibilities to shape a better world, and your future. Arup University is home to our strategic foresight, research and innovation capability, and our learning function. 

In an increasingly competitive marketplace, our Marketing, Communications, and Business Development (MCBD) team enables Arup to build and protect our reputation, deepen client relationships, win quality work, and attract top talent. We are seeking to hire an experienced Marketing and Communications professional to lead our team that works with Arup University. This leadership role will be key in helping to articulate Arup University’s role in the delivery of our strategy and to achieve our strategic market and client ambitions.

About Arup University

Arup University sits at the heart of our firm and is dedicated to expanding our knowledge, strengthening our collective capabilities, and accelerating our progress towards a sustainable future. Established in 2009, Arup University is home to the firm’s strategic foresight capability, applied research and innovation programmes, as well as our communities of experts working to develop our skills and capability to better meet the needs of our clients and drive continuous innovation across the firm. 

Arup University works to raise standards across our industry, on issues spanning health and safety, technical advancements, sustainability, and social value. We believe in a better future for all, and we are committed to achieving it. Our pursuit of excellence keeps Arup at the forefront of our industry and helps us to challenge the status quo.

Every member of Arup has the freedom to do research, pursue new ideas and harness our collective imagination. This includes developing specific solutions for our clients, the generation of new knowledge, and the exploration of longer-term trends and drivers. Each year, we invest in research in partnership with others to push the boundaries of our industry and to develop solutions to some of the world’s most complex problems. Research drives our culture of innovation and curiosity across regions and markets.

Marketing - Strategy and Planning

• Responsible for shaping and leading delivery of Arup University’s marketing and communications plan, aligned with our firm-wide marketing strategy, and ensuring ensure that Arup University is a valuable and recognised differentiator in the external market as well as internally

•  Lead the development of a marketing and comms narrative for AU that clearly articulates its unique role and the value it adds in differentiating Arup and in delivering Arup’s Strategy.

• Advise AU leadership on effective marketing and communications approaches and evolution of marketing skills to support successful achievement of AU priorities in delivery of the Arup strategy

• Develop internal campaigns that both clarify Arup University's purpose and broaden equitable engagement with its resources across all geographies

•  Monitor, measure and report on the value of AU marketing and comms activity, apply recognized metrics and align with MCBD approaches, particularly those adopted by our global business and services marketers.

•  Line management of a small team, including performance management/appraisals, mentoring and career development

Qualifications and accreditation

Undergraduate or further degree, preferably in Marketing, Business, Management, Commerce or Economics and/or postgraduate professional qualification or accreditation in marketing or communications or equivalent experience

Knowledge and experience

• 10+ years of experience in marketing or communications with a proven track record in delivering successful content and campaigns for a large, multinational organisation.

• Significant experience in a similar strategic role including strategic marketing planning, delivery, and measurement generated.

• Strong ability to create differentiating narratives and powerfully tell stories that deliver tangible value.

• Experience of advising senior leaders on how to leverage the marketing and communications function strategically. 

• Experience of people management, including resource allocation and management, skills development and positive stakeholder engagement

Skills and attributes

• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills

• Operates independently and generates what is needed to deliver results and will ask for support as and when needed.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including active listening and influencing.

• Able to build effective organisational networks and highly collaborative working relationships

• Proven ability to build strong, trust-based working relationships with reports, peers, leaders and other stakeholders.

• Strong team leadership and management skills, with experience of managing resources as well as mentoring and developing marketing professionals.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

•  High level of personal integrity, professionalism, and inclusive leadership. Commitment to exemplifying Arup’s aims, particularly those of being a ‘humane organisation’, maintaining ‘quality of work’, and ‘straight and honorable dealings’.   

You should apply if:

You are passionate about creating and delivering an ambitious marketing programme and putting your stamp on innovative work that adds tangible value.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. 

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts. 

Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in the United States/Canada is $140,000 to $170,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of the United States/Canada will differ.

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available. 

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer and will consider applications from all qualified individuals. Every job applicant will be treated equally, fairly and with respect regarding race, colour, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, civil status, age (except as provided by law), creed/religion, political convictions, language, ethnic or national origin, disability/handicap, pardoned record of offences, social condition (marital or family status, receipt of social assistance), and any other ground protected by the applicable human rights legislation.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup. 

Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture – from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender, LGBTQ+ and disability – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference - Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup .

Our Application Process

To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/

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