Sr Marketing & Communications Specialist

Howard County, MD (On-site)

$82K/yr – $113K/yrSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 13 days ago

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Write, edit and produce high‑quality marketing content across channels, including web copy, presentations, advertisements, digital content, email campaigns, internal communications, contributed articles, trade show materials, messaging documents, talking points and scripts.
  • Support internal communications initiatives to keep leaders and teams informed, aligned and motivated. Author and edit content on company intranet.
  • Partner with creative, digital and marketing automation teams and external vendors to deliver effective communications, on time and on brand.
  • Translate technical, scientific or operational information into clear, audience‑appropriate narratives that resonate with target audiences.
  • Use AI tools, including Microsoft Copilot, responsibly and effectively to accelerate drafting, refine messaging and improve productivity, while applying strong editorial judgment.
  • Manage assigned projects end‑to‑end by coordinating reviews and approvals with stakeholders and proactively communicating status, risks and competing priorities in a fast‑moving, matrixed environment.
  • Apply Grace messaging frameworks and brand standards consistently across deliverables.
  • Support corporate LinkedIn initiatives by partnering with social media agency to create engaging content that showcases our innovations, technologies and employer brand.
  • Build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders by combining tactful interpersonal skills with the ability to explain, justify, and stand behind communications recommendations.
  • Incorporate stakeholder and leadership input effectively, balancing feedback with sound editorial judgment.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing, or a related field.
  • Approximately 5–8 years of experience in B2B marketing communications.
  • Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt tone and style for different audiences and purposes.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver high‑quality work under deadline.
  • Tactful professional judgement, including the ability to present recommendations while knowing when to seek guidance or escalate.
  • Comfort using AI‑enabled productivity tools, such as Microsoft Copilot, as part of everyday work.
  • Strong attention to detail, sound judgment and the ability to work independently in a collaborative, matrixed organization.

Preferred

  • Experience in the chemical, refining, industrial or manufacturing sectors.
  • Experience writing about complex, technical or science‑driven subject matter.
  • Exposure to digital platforms, content management systems and/or marketing automation tools.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance and Disability
  • Grace Wellness Program
  • Flexible Workplace
  • Retirement Plans
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Company Donation Match Program

Salaries

Posted range

$82K/yr – $113K/yr

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W. R. Grace & Co. · Howard County, MD · On-site