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Head of Marketing, Communications and Events NGP
National Grid
Waltham, MA (Hybrid)Full time$225K/yr – $250K/yr
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Head of Marketing, Communications and Events NGP
Waltham, MA (Hybrid)
$225K/yr – $250K/yrSenior LevelFull time
Posted 2 months ago
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Job Summary
Own the integrated marketing and communications plan tied to business strategy, shaping brand narrative and guiding cross-functional execution across marketing, comms, media, and events.
- Marketing & Communications Leadership: Own end-to-end plan, brand consistency, and storytelling across channels.
- Cross-Functional Execution: Align marketing, comms, media, and events for cohesive campaigns.
- Team, Budget & Compliance: Lead a small team, manage budgets, and external partners while safeguarding reputation.
Job Description
Responsibilities
- Create and deliver a long-term plan for marketing, communications, and events that supports the business’s goals and aligns with the wider company strategy
- Be responsible for how the business tells its story, making sure the brand, messaging, and tone are clear and consistent
- Oversee all marketing, communications, media, and events so they work well together
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key people across the business and the wider organisation
- Manage and develop a small team of specialists
- Look after budgets and manage external agencies and suppliers
- Make sure all work follows company rules and protects the organization’s reputation
Requirements
- Experience in marketing, communications, or events
- A good understanding of how to manage a company’s reputation and communicate clearly
- Experience working in large or complex organisations
Preferred
- Experience in sectors like utilities, energy, infrastructure, or other innovative environments.
- Experience working in the investment or venture arm of a large international company
- A relevant degree or professional qualification.
- Educated to degree/postgraduate degree level with demonstrable professional development
National Grid
3.9 Glassdoor
National Grid lies at the heart of a transforming energy system. Our business areas play a vital role in connecting millions of people to the energy they use, while continually seeking ways to make the energy system clean, fair, and affordable. In the UK we own and develop the high-voltage electricity transmission network in England and Wales, taking electricity from where it’s generated to where it’s needed. National Grid Electricity Distribution delivers electricity to over 20 million people across homes and businesses in the Midlands, South West England, and South Wales. In the US, we own and operate electricity and natural gas networks, serving over 20 million people across New York State and Massachusetts. National Grid Ventures operates across the UK, Europe, and the US, developing, operating, and investing in large-scale clean energy infrastructure. National Grid Partners invests in entrepreneurs at the intersection of energy and emerging tech, with capital, resources, connections, and know-how.
Founded in 1935
London, England, GBR
17K employees (618 in marketing)
77% recommend to a friend
82% CEO approval
Traffic Signals
Monthly Visitors
4M
Traffic Source Mix
Search
18.5%
Direct
72.8%
Referral
7.3%
Social
0.9%
Paid
0.4%
Headcount Trend
Current headcount: ~17K
Marketing Team
Marketing Team Size
396 (2% of company)
Median Career Experience
17.5 years
Median Tenure
4.8 years
People
Marketing Leadership
Caroline Perry
VP, Marketing, Communications & Events, National Grid Partners
At the company for 2 years 7 months
Sarah Perkins
Head of Digital Products (Applications, Product Marketing & Communications and Experience Owners)
At the company for 3 years 1 month
Caroline Alessi
Marketing Director, National Grid Partners
At the company for 1 year 8 months
Kristen Lemire
Director, Digital Delivery, Product Growth & Marketing
At the company for 13 years 4 months
Funding
Total Funding
$70.8M
Last Raise
$19.9M
Grant, 3 months ago
Funding History
- Sep 2025Corporate Round
- Sep 2024Grant • $19.9M
- Oct 2023Grant • $50M