Senior Director, Marketing, Global

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Marketing Department

The marketing team is responsible for Vantage's brand, identity and positioning in the global marketplace. The department also leads public and analyst relations to ensure constituents are educated on Vantage's products, services and markets. The team partners with sales, new site development, construction, finance, people and culture, public policy, internal communications, sustainability and other departments to grow market share, acquire and retain customers, expand into new geographies, understand customer sentiment and promote the company as an employer of choice.

Position Overview

This role can be based in our Sterling, VA or Denver, CO locations; in alignment with our flexible work policy (3 days onsite, 2 days remote).

The Senior Director, Marketing will lead and support the corporate marketing function within a shared services model, providing strategic direction, operational excellence and brand stewardship across regions. This role is responsible for developing and executing integrated marketing strategies that strengthen the corporate brand, support business growth objectives and deliver scalable marketing capabilities across the organization. Key focus areas include leading and supporting global initiatives, such as content development (e.g., the annual Sustainability Report), public policy communications, brand oversight and customer satisfaction surveys.

The ideal candidate is a strategic and collaborative leader with deep expertise in corporate communications, brand management, digital marketing, content strategy and cross-functional stakeholder engagement. This individual will help deliver centralized marketing services while ensuring alignment with company priorities, governance standards and measurable business outcomes.

Essential Job Functions

• Partner with the Vice President of Global Marketing to develop and execute company-wide marketing strategies aligned with organizational goals and growth priorities.

• Serve as an advisor and strategic partner to business leaders on brand positioning, messaging, reputation management and marketing effectiveness.

• Establish scalable marketing frameworks, governance and best practices to improve consistency, speed and quality across regions.

• Own priority initiatives as part of a global marketing shared-services model.

• Partner with regions to deliver consistent, high-quality marketing support while balancing corporate standards with business-specific needs.

• Drive service delivery excellence through standardized processes, intake management, prioritization and clear service-level expectations (SLAs).

• Maintain and strengthen the organization's corporate brand identity, messaging architecture and voice across internal and external channels.

• Ensure consistent storytelling and messaging across digital, social, print and event channels to reinforce Vantage's positioning.

• Write original marketing copy for assets ranging from email campaigns to data sheets and public policy messaging decks; copyedit internal and agency content to ensure accuracy, consistency and quality.

• Collaborate with the public policy team on global messaging and programs.

• Oversee development and publication of the company's Sustainability Report.

• Oversee market research, including customer satisfaction programs and insights reporting.

• Support the corporate website and regional announcements, ensuring content remains current, on-brand and aligned to priorities.

• Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on outcomes to demonstrate the effectiveness of programs and investments.

• Additional duties as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, Journalism or equivalent experience required.

• A strategic thinker who is results-driven and customer-focused; 10+ years of progressive experience, including at least five years in a leadership role.

• Data center experience is strongly preferred but not required.

• Proven success developing and executing integrated marketing strategies that deliver measurable business results.

• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.

• Experience working in a matrixed global organization.

• Demonstrated executive presence and confidence interacting with leaders across the organization.

• Knowledge of Associated Press (AP) Style, Salesforce and HubSpot is highly desired.

• Travel is expected to be 5 to 10%, generally traveling to other Vantage offices/data centers.

• Travel may increase as business needs evolve.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Additional Details

• Salary Range: $180,000 - $200,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)

• This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

• Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.

We'll be accepting applications for at least one week from the date this role is posted. If you're interested, we encourage you to apply soon-we're excited to find the right person and will keep the role open until we do!