- HEMIC
- Honolulu, HI
- Full-Time
- <48 Hours
- $115,000–$150,000 / year
Director, Marketing & Communications.
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Director, Marketing & Communications: our view in 3 lines...
- The Role:This role is for a senior marketing leader who sets and runs marketing and communications strategy for an organisation with several related business entities.
- The Person:The person will oversee marketing campaigns, corporate communications, community engagement, and events, manage outsourced PR and vendor relationships, develop the marketing budget, and supervise the Marketing Specialist.
- Requirements:The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or related field, 8 to 10+ years of progressive marketing experience, a strong understanding of traditional and digital marketing channels, and strong project management and organizational skills.
About the role
Join us at HEMIC!
Voted one of Hawai`i Business’ Best Places to Work for 8 Years in a Row!
As a HEMIC employee, you will get:
- People Who Care
Voted one of Hawai`i Business’ Best Places to Work, and Pacific Business News’ Best Workplaces, our business is founded on caring for Hawai`i workers, Hawai`i businesses, and each other.
- Professional Growth
We’re passionate about your development. Whether it’s achieving a formal certification or attending a workshop to improve your communication skills, we will support and encourage you to grow.
- Benefits & Perks
We offer competitive salary and best-in-class benefits, including a 401k match, flex-time, generous PTO, 15 paid holidays, and so much more!
- Opportunity to Give Back
Giving back to our community is our kuleana and we offer numerous opportunities for our employees to take part - whether it be volunteering for a fundraiser, attending a charity walk, or getting a match for your charitable contributions.
Why our Marketing Director is Important:
The Director of Marketing leads the strategic direction, development, and execution of all marketing, branding, and communication initiatives across the parent company and its three subsidiaries. This role ensures a cohesive brand presence while recognizing the unique identity and business goals of each entity.
This is a strategic, hands-on role responsible for overseeing marketing campaigns, corporate communications, community engagement, and events. The Director manages outsourced PR efforts, leads a small team, and works closely with executive leadership to strengthen brand awareness, support business growth, and enhance stakeholder engagement across Hawaii.
Essential Duties
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing and communications strategy aligned with organizational goals across all entities
- Partner with executive leadership to position the company as a trusted leader in the insurance industry and local community
- Ensure consistent branding while appropriately differentiating each subsidiary
- Analyze market trends, customer insights, and competitive landscape to inform strategy
Brand & Communications Management
- Oversee brand standards and ensure consistency across all internal and external communications
- Direct development of marketing materials including digital content, print collateral, presentations, and advertising
- Manage corporate messaging, public relations, and media relations
- Oversee website content, social media presence, and digital marketing efforts
Community & Corporate Engagement
- Lead community relations and corporate social responsibility initiatives, including coordination with the company’s foundation
- Oversee sponsorships, partnerships, and community events to enhance brand visibility and reputation
- Ensure alignment of community efforts with company values and strategic priorities
Events & Internal Engagement
- Provide oversight and direction for corporate events, client functions, and internal employee engagement initiatives
- Supervise planning and execution of events in collaboration with the Marketing Specialist
- Support internal communications that promote culture, engagement, and alignment across the organization
Team Leadership & Development
- Supervise and mentor the Marketing Specialist
- Provide clear direction, prioritize workload, and support professional development
- Assess future marketing staffing needs and recommend resources as appropriate
Project & Budget Management
- Develop and manage the marketing budget across all entities
- Prioritize initiatives to maximize impact and efficiency within a lean team structure
- Oversee vendor relationships, including agencies, printers, media partners
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Underwriting, HR, Claims, Agency Relations and Executive leadership to support business initiatives
- Provide marketing support for new products, services, and organizational initiatives
- Ensure alignment and communication across all entities
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred), or comparable experience
- 8–10+ years of progressive marketing experience, including leadership experience
- Experience managing multi-brand or multi-entity marketing strategies preferred
- Strong understanding of both traditional and digital marketing channels
- Experience in insurance, financial services, or regulated industries is a plus
- Strong strategic thinking with ability to execute tactically
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities across different entities
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Collaborative leadership style with a hands-on approach
- Understanding of Hawaii’s business environment and community landscape preferred

