Senior Communication Advisor and Media Relations Lead
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Job Location:
Charlotte, VT - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 170000 - 190000
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About APM Terminals
A.P. Moller - Maersk is an integrated container logistics company working to connect and simplify its customers supply chains. As the global leader in shipping services the company operates in 130 countries and employs roughly 100000 people.
As part of A.P. Moller-Maersk APM Terminals has been lifting standards for developing and operating advanced ports and container terminals for over half a century (as an independent division since January 2001). Now with 60 strategically located ports and container terminals around the globe and several more in development APM Terminals is lifting the standard of efficiency responsibility connectivity proactivity in our industry.
What We offer :
At APMT Terminals we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to continuous improvement is driven by LEAN principles ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to develop their skills and advance their careers. Join us to be part of an innovative environment where your growth is our priority and experience the numerous advantages of being a valued member of our team.
Role Overview:
The Senior Communications Advisor and Media Relations Lead for APM Terminals North America is a senior individual contributor role that is pivotal in increasing visibility and strengthening perception of APM Terminals across priority North America audiences. He or she has full accountability for the design and execution of integrated communication strategies and marketing communications activation strengthening terminal visibility and perception across customers government stakeholders and communities aligned to APM Terminals global brand and narrative. The scope covers the North American region including APM Terminals Elizabeth (Port of New York/New Jersey) APM Terminals Pier 400 (Port of Los Angeles) and APM Terminals Mobile (Port of Alabama).
The role also provides direct communication support to the APM Terminals Americas Regional Managing Director based in Panama City.
A core dimension of the role is close daytoday collaboration with Public Affairs to ensure cohesive positioning across media engagement stakeholder communications and government and community interfaces. The role is critical in advancing and activating local engagement plans at each terminal shaping narratives that reflect local realities while reinforcing APM Terminals global strategy values and license to operate.
Key Responsibilities
Design maintain and execute integrated regional communication plans aligned to APM Terminals global communication marketing and branding framework
Lead media relations across toptier business and trade outlets managing proactive and reactive engagement press materials executive briefings and terminal tours
Develop and activate marketing communications campaigns supporting commercial objectives including customer acquisition carrier positioning and rail service expansion
Translate sustainability and decarbonization initiatives into credible evidencebased external narratives anchored to verified data
Provide executive communication support including speaker preparation talking points message maps and Q&A frameworks for senior leaders
Develop and manage internal communication platforms and tools across terminals enabling effective cascade engagement and selfservice communications
Manage confidential issues and crisis communications in close coordination with Public Affairs terminal leadership and global communications teams
What We Are Looking For
Continuous improvement mindset: we are looking for someone who brings a strong mindset of continuous improvement someone who is naturally curious committed to solving problems at the root and driven to make things better every day
Extensive experience (15 years) in senior communications roles within complex assetheavy or regulated industries ideally ports logistics transportation or infrastructure
Deep media relations expertise with proven success engaging toptier business and trade media and running integrated outcomedriven campaigns
Strong ability to translate complex operational technical and sustainability topics into clear credible public narratives grounded in evidence
A trusted advisor profile with experience supporting senior leaders on executive messaging issues management and confidential communications
Structured disciplined and autonomous working style with strong judgment digital fluency and experience leveraging enterprise communication tools and AI
Lead continued transformation supporting initiatives and creating opportunities for development and growth.
Job Type:Full Time
Salary:USD 170000.00 - 190000.00
Benefits:Full time employees are eligible For Health Insurance Paid Time Off and 401k match
The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for this position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws
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