VP, Strategic Communications & Commercial Marketing

Role Overview

Smartly is seeking a strategic, commercially driven Vice President (VP) of Strategic Communications & Commercial Marketing to lead our global communications, brand PR, analyst relations, corporate events, and customer and field marketing teams.

What You Will Do

Lead and scale global event strategy to drive significant event-influenced pipeline while maintaining industry-leading customer retention for programs and events. Drive earned media, thought leadership, and executive visibility to establish Smartly at the center of industry conversations across advertising, AI, and creative technology.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This leader will connect brand narrative, earned media, industry influence, and experiential events directly to pipeline growth, customer retention, and overall GTM execution.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive leadership in Corporate Communications, PR, Brand Marketing, or Comms Operations within B2B SaaS or digital media organizations
• Commercial Mindset: Proven track record of aligning brand and communications programs directly with revenue goals and sales funnel metrics
• Strategic Narrative Mastery: Exceptional executive speechwriting, keynote, messaging development, and media relations capability
• Modern Workflow Integration: Hands-on understanding of Comms Ops, AI-assisted content tools, and workflow automation
• Process & Governance: Strong capability in operational discipline, agency management, cross-functional SLA enforcement, and budget management
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field (MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health insurance
• 401(k) or other retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Stock options
• Equity
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities