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Help shape the voice of Edelman across EMEA. We’re seeking a strategically minded and collaborative Head of Marketing to lead our EMEA marketing function during a 12-month parental leave. This is a senior leadership opportunity to drive bold campaigns, elevate Edelman’s brand, and enable commercial growth across the region. As a key member of our global marketing leadership team, you’ll partner with local, regional, and global stakeholders to lead integrated marketing strategies — from thought leadership and brand activations to executive visibility and lead generation.

What You'll Do

• Deliver Edelman’s EMEA marketing strategy, aligned to regional business goals and global priorities
• Lead a central team of six, supported by an EA, and coach local market marketing leads across the region
• Oversee cross-channel marketing: events, PR, digital, content, internal comms, and paid media
• Shape Edelman’s presence through executive profiling, speaking opportunities, and content strategies
• Partner with EMEA New Business leads to fuel pipeline growth and deliver results-driven campaigns
• Champion Edelman’s brand and reputation across the region with consistency and impact
• Track, measure, and report on campaign performance, brand engagement, and audience insights

What We're Looking For

• Extensive, well-rounded B2B marketing experience in agency, consultancy, or professional services
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and team-building skills across a matrixed environment
• Proven experience in brand strategy, reputation management, and integrated marketing campaigns
• Excellent writing, narrative development, and content strategy capabilities
• Commercial mindset with experience connecting marketing to revenue goals
• Familiarity with media relations, executive visibility, and the EMEA market landscape
• Proficiency in digital tools, CRM systems, and marketing automation platforms
• Strong project management, budget oversight, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Why Edelman

Edelman is a global communications agency built for a world where brands must earn trust. With 6,000+ colleagues in 60+ offices, we blend creativity, data, and purpose to drive impact. Our work is award-winning, our culture is people-first, and our values are rooted in inclusion, curiosity, and doing what’s right.

We are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the world around us and a culture where everyone feels they belong. If your experience doesn’t match every qualification listed, we still encourage you to apply – you might be the perfect fit.

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Business Development, Public Relations, and Marketing

Industries

• Public Relations and Communications Services
• Advertising Services