Head of Marketing and Public Relations Jobs

Head of Marketing and Public Relations jobs are open across technology, healthcare, consumer goods, and financial services, at levels from director to chief marketing officer, with specializations in brand strategy, integrated communications, and demand generation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles2,740+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerState Farm
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type44% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Director of Human Resources and Staff Relations
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Director of Human Resources and Staff Relations
BABYSITTERS OF BOULDER LLC
Boulder County, CO
Account Management
Business Development
Customer Success
$28 - $30/hr
Hybrid

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Commercial Relations and Sales Coordinator
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Commercial Relations and Sales Coordinator
COVA Tree
Sedalia, Colorado
Customer Service
Inside Sales
Sales
$24 - $27/hr
Hybrid

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Events & External Relations Specialist
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Events & External Relations Specialist
Villanova University
Villanova, Pennsylvania
Business Development
Business Strategy
Partnerships & Business Development
$48k - $50k/yr
Bachelor's degree in communications
1,001-5,000

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Client Relations Specialist
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Client Relations Specialist
Markool Heating & Cooling
Frederick, Maryland
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$17 - $25/hr

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Customer Relations Specialist P/T (Cultural & Community Services)
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Customer Relations Specialist P/T (Cultural & Community Services)
CITY OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH
Sunny Isles Beach, Florida
Administrative & Office Support
Office Management
Project Management
$19.8 - $32.48/hr
High school diploma or GED
11-50

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Head of Marketing and Public Relations Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • State Farm477
  • Suburban Propane38
  • DESORT STAFFING30
  • Amazon19
  • Cox Automotive19

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software27
  • Healthcare & Medical Services25
  • Education16
  • Sports & Recreation16
  • Consulting & Professional Services11

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in head of marketing and public relations jobs.

  • 10 or more years of progressive experience in marketing and public relations leadership
  • Demonstrated experience leading integrated brand and communications strategies
  • Proficiency with marketing automation platforms, CRM systems, and analytics tools
  • Experience managing agencies, vendors, and cross-functional internal teams
  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field
  • Established media relationships and experience serving as an organizational spokesperson

Tips for Your Head of Marketing and Public Relations Job Search

Lead your resume with measurable outcomes

Head of marketing and public relations candidates get screened out when their resumes list responsibilities instead of results. Quantify campaign reach, media placements secured, and revenue influenced by your programs so hiring managers can see the scale you've operated at.

Build a portfolio of integrated campaigns

Many hiring committees ask for a leave-behind deck or case study. Prepare two or three examples that show how your marketing and PR strategy worked together, not separately, and include what you measured and what changed because of your work.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists head of marketing and public relations openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by budget ownership and scope

Job titles vary widely at this level, so search for language like 'budget ownership,' 'P&L responsibility,' or 'integrated communications leadership' to find roles with the authority you're seeking, not just the right words in the title.

Prepare a media crisis narrative for interviews

Interviewers at this level almost always ask how you've handled a reputational or communications crisis. Have a specific example ready that shows your decision-making under pressure, not just the outcome, because they want to understand your process.

Negotiate scope before negotiating anything else

Before accepting an offer, clarify which functions report to you, whether PR and marketing are truly integrated or siloed, and what the board or CEO's involvement in messaging looks like. Structural misalignment at this level is harder to fix than compensation.

Head of Marketing and Public Relations Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most head of marketing and public relationss?

The most active employers for head of marketing and public relationss right now are State Farm, Suburban Propane, and DESORT STAFFING, and the most openings are in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is consistent across industries where brand reputation and customer acquisition are both board-level priorities.

How many head of marketing and public relations jobs are remote?

About 65% of head of marketing and public relations openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully in-office roles more common at companies that place high importance on executive presence and cross-departmental alignment. Content strategy, digital marketing, and media relations sub-functions tend to have the highest remote availability within this leadership role.

How do you become a head of marketing and public relations?

Most people reach this role by building deep expertise in either marketing or public relations first, then deliberately expanding into the other discipline through project ownership or lateral moves. You'll typically need to lead a sizable team, manage an agency relationship, and own a measurable outcome like a product launch or brand repositioning before you're considered for a combined head-of role.

Can I get hired as a head of marketing and public relations with little experience?

At smaller companies or early-stage startups, candidates with five to seven years of experience sometimes step into this title if they can demonstrate that they've owned both functions end-to-end, even at smaller scale. The key is showing you've made strategic decisions independently, not just executed plans handed down from above, and that you have at least some experience managing other people's work.

What does the head of marketing and public relations interview process look like?

The process typically starts with a recruiter or HR screen, then moves to a first-round conversation with the CEO, CMO, or a direct hiring manager. Finalists almost always present a strategic plan or case study to a panel that includes finance, sales, or the executive team. References are checked closely at this level, and the process from first screen to offer often takes several weeks.

Where can I find and apply to head of marketing and public relations jobs?

You can find and apply to head of marketing and public relations jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and apply directly to each one that fits.

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