Marketing & Communications Leader Italy

We are looking for a proactive, strategic and hands-on Country Marketing & Communications Leader to drive growth, elevate our brands, and foster collaboration across our diverse markets.

In a fast-paced, complex environment, you will lead a talented marketing and communications team to craft and execute multi-channel marketing and communications strategies that elevate Marsh McLennan, Mercer and Marsh brands locally.

You will act as a trusted partner to multiple senior stakeholders, balancing priorities with operational excellence and agility. You will work closely with business leaders and global Centers of Excellence to deliver impactful campaigns, nurture client relationships, and support revenue growth.

What can you expect?

Key responsibilities for the role:

develop and implement integrated marketing as well as internal and external communication strategies that support regional growth, brand positioning, and client engagement, aligned with global and local priorities;

maximize the return of our marketing investment to increase awareness, generate qualified leads, and differentiate our brands through compelling narratives;

lead content creation, storytelling, and digital campaigns that provide measurable value and support the buyer journey;

ensure reputation management and client-first approaches in all marketing activities;

foster collaboration across sales, leadership, and subject matter experts, creating consensus and aligning priorities across diverse stakeholders;

cultivate a high-performing, innovative team culture and act as a brand ambassador;

manage budgets, assess processes, and optimize operational workflows to ensure efficiency and impact;

position marketing as a strategic partner by demonstrating commercial impact;

connect the dots between different businesses and practices, identifying commonalities and leveraging cross-business opportunities including Oliver Wyman and Guy Carpenter;

balance multiple priorities, set expectations, and adapt quickly in a high-paced environment;

this role can be extended to cover Italy & Eastern Mediterranean region.

Requirements:

15+ years of progressive marketing leadership experience, preferably within B2B, complex organizations or rapidly growing enterprises;

a proactive, energetic personality with a strategic yet hands-on approach;

proven expertise to manage multi-channel campaigns with a strong focus on events and content management;

strong skills in content creation and storytelling in Italian. Good English skills considered an advantage;

experience in Marketing, Public Relations and Internal Communications;

excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience collaborating with senior leadership;

demonstrated ability to manage complexity, build consensus among diverse leaders, and connect multiple stakeholders

exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and team-building skills;

results-oriented and adaptable, with a passion for driving client value and growth;

bachelor’s degree required; advanced marketing or business qualifications preferred.

Why join our team?

If you are a dynamic leader with a strategic mindset, a collaborative spirit, and the ability to thrive in a high-paced environment, we want to hear from you. Lead our local marketing efforts and help shape the future of Marsh McLennan!

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marshmclennan.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh McLennan is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.