VP Corporate Communications & Marketing

Who We Are:

We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.

Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.

We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 19,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10 million customers at six energy companies - Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).

In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

Are you in?

Primary Purpose:

The VP, Corporate Communications and Marketing will envision and implement a multi-faceted communications program to maintain and enhance the positive reputation of Exelon and effectively engage all key stakeholders to support business outcomes and the achievement of Exelon's vision.

Primary Duties:

Overall responsibility for design and execution of a comprehensive internal and external communications and marketing strategy using multiple formats and media to maintain and increase awareness of Exelon's key community goals and achievements, differentiate the organization competitively as a leader in the energy transition, and cultivate and sustain critical relationships.

Lead the development and execution of strategy for issues advocacy, digital communications, media, and reputation strategy & Insights.

Maintain open and ongoing communication to exchange relevant information with senior management, other business units and other departments to effectively manage and modify communication programs; serve as designated point person in all aspects of communications to ensure message continuity, clarity and accuracy.

Integrate departmental strategies and efforts with Federal Policy, Investor Relations, and other key departments to ensure a united focus on business objectives and collaboration on key messages.

Maintain awareness of economic, social and political trends that may affect Exelon; make recommendations to aid in the recalibration of strategies and plans accordingly.

Serve as counselor to senior management on communications and corporate reputation issues.

Cultivate and maintain positive, productive relationships with high level stakeholders, including national news media, industry groups and trade associations, vendors and community leaders.

Job Scope:

Supervision: Leading approximately 20 employees total including 4 direct reports (Sr Manager and Director level direct reports)

Relationships: Direct and frequent interaction with Exelon and operating company senior management, including the CEO. Maintains strong relationships with corporate and operating company leadership.

Scope: Internal and external communications, digital and social media, issues advocacy and creative services.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or related field is required.

The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of progressively responsible experience and technical know-how in strategic communications in support of internal and external communications, marketing/reputation and business goals. A proven and dynamic leader, committed to developing teams.

Significant experience leading issues advocacy campaigns

Proven, successful experience in leading a broad base of internal and external communications functions including key message management, employee communications, speech and presentation support, copywriting and editing, script-writing, and multiple forms of electronic communications including interactive and social networking.

Excellent copywriting skills in conjunction with the overall communications plan; effective writing and editing skills for all materials produced by Marketing & Communications as well as other key customers within the organization.

Experience leading content teams using advanced optimization strategies: paid, earned, owned, etc.

Strong strategic, creative and progressive thinking, ability to handle ambiguity; strong attention to detail and well-organized with dependable follow-up and follow-through.

Intellectually curious, strong EQ and listening skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in communications or business

Energy industry or political advocacy experience

Professional accreditation (Accredited in Public Relations, Accredited Business Communicator)

Benefits:

Annual salary will vary based on a candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: USD $()/Yr. - USD $()/Yr.

401(k) match and annual company contribution

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave (based on position)

Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions

Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance and fitness reimbursement

Referral bonus program

And much more