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Senior Director, Executive Communications

Marvell

Santa Clara, CA

  • Full Time
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About the role

About Marvell

Marvell’s semiconductor solutions are the essential building blocks of the data infrastructure that connects our world. Across enterprise, cloud and AI, and carrier architectures, our innovative technology is enabling new possibilities. 

At Marvell, you can affect the arc of individual lives, lift the trajectory of entire industries, and fuel the transformative potential of tomorrow. For those looking to make their mark on purposeful and enduring innovation, above and beyond fleeting trends, Marvell is a place to thrive, learn, and lead. 

Your Team, Your Impact

Marvell is seeking an accomplished Senior Director, Executive Communications to join our global communications team. This highly visible role will serve as the primary communications advisor to Marvell's President and Chief Operating Officer (COO), while partnering closely with the Vice President, Communications on executive and corporate communications initiatives across the company.

The ideal candidate is an exceptional writer, strategic thinker, and trusted advisor who brings strong business acumen, sound judgment, and extensive experience working with senior executives. This individual will help translate Marvell's business strategy, performance, and priorities into clear, compelling communications that inform and engage employees, align leadership, and support the company's continued growth.

This role requires someone who can operate confidently at the executive level, anticipate communications needs, navigate complex business and organizational issues, and move seamlessly between strategic counsel and hands-on execution.

What You Can Expect


Executive Communications & Strategic Counsel

  • Serve as the primary communications advisor to Marvell's President and COO, developing and executing communications strategies that support his business, operational, and organizational priorities.
  • Develop high-impact executive communications, including keynotes, presentations, employee messages, leadership meeting materials, talking points, and other strategic content.
  • Provide proactive communications counsel, helping senior leaders anticipate issues, identify opportunities, and communicate effectively with employees and other stakeholders.
  • Partner with the Vice President, Communications on executive communications involving the CEO and other members of Marvell's executive leadership team.
  • Translate business strategy, financial performance, technology developments, and operational priorities into clear, compelling messages for a range of audiences.
  • Build strong relationships with executive leaders and their teams to stay closely connected to business priorities and emerging communications needs.

 

Corporate & Internal Communications

  • Help develop and execute enterprise-wide communications strategies that connect employees to Marvell's strategy, business performance, and priorities.
  • Lead communications for major strategic initiatives, organizational changes, acquisitions, integration activities, and other significant corporate developments.
  • Develop messaging and content for global all-hands meetings, executive leadership meetings, and other major company forums.
  • Partner with HR, Finance, Investor Relations, Legal, business units, and other stakeholders to ensure communications are coordinated and aligned with company priorities.
  • Partner with Corporate Marketing to ensure alignment between internal and external communications, particularly around major announcements and strategic initiatives.

Communications Leadership & Execution

  • Help establish priorities, guide execution, and strengthen the overall effectiveness of the executive and internal communications function.
  • Lead complex, cross-functional communications initiatives from planning through execution, often under tight deadlines and with multiple executive stakeholders.
  • Identify opportunities to improve communications processes, content, and channels to increase effectiveness and efficiency.
  • Exercise sound judgment and discretion when managing sensitive, confidential, or high-profile communications matters.

What We're Looking For


  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Business, or a related field.
  • 12+ years of progressive experience in corporate communications, executive communications, or related fields, including substantial experience supporting C-suite executives.
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop compelling executive communications across a variety of formats.
  • Proven ability to serve as a trusted strategic advisor to senior executives, with the credibility, confidence, and judgment to provide candid counsel and influence decisions.
  • Strong business acumen and the ability to quickly understand complex business, financial, operational, and technology topics.
  • Experience developing and executing communications strategies for major corporate initiatives, organizational change, and business transformation.
  • Strong executive presence, interpersonal skills, and the ability to build trusted relationships at all levels of a global organization.
  • Highly proactive, resourceful, and comfortable operating independently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution, managing multiple high-priority initiatives while maintaining exceptional quality and attention to detail.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in the semiconductor, AI infrastructure, or broader technology industry.
  • Previous experience serving as the primary communications advisor to a President, COO, CEO, or other senior enterprise executive.
  • Experience working in a publicly traded, global company.
  • Familiarity with mergers and acquisitions, integration communications, corporate strategy, and organizational transformation.
  • Experience developing communications for global employee audiences and senior leadership forums.

Expected Base Pay Range (USD)

199,360 - 298,700, $ per annum

The successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location and market conditions. The expected base pay range for this role may be modified based on market conditions.


This role is eligible to participate in Marvell's bonus and equity plans, including a new hire equity grant and annual equity refreshers, ensuring you are rewarded for your contributions and remain invested in the company's long-term success.


Additional Compensation and Benefit Elements 

Marvell is committed to providing exceptional, comprehensive benefits that support our employees at every stage - from internship to retirement and through life’s most important moments. Our offerings are built around four key pillars: financial well-being, family support, mental and physical health, and recognition. Highlights include an employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back, family support programs to help balance work and home life, robust mental health resources to prioritize emotional well-being, and a recognition and service awards to celebrate contributions and milestones. We look forward to sharing more with you during the interview process.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Any applicant who requires a reasonable accommodation during the selection process should contact Marvell HR Helpdesk at [email protected].

Interview Integrity 

To support fair and authentic hiring practices, candidates are not permitted to use AI tools (such as transcription apps, real-time answer generators like ChatGPT or Copilot, or automated note-taking bots) during interviews.

These tools must not be used to record, assist with, or enhance responses in any way. Our interviews are designed to evaluate your individual experience, thought process, and communication skills in real time. Use of AI tools without prior instruction from the interviewer will result in disqualification from the hiring process.

This position may require access to technology and/or software subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, applicants must be eligible to access export-controlled information as defined under applicable law. Marvell may be required to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce and/or the U.S. Department of State. Except for U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), all applicants may be subject to an export license review process prior to employment.

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