Director, Marketing Communications

at Cornerstone Research in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Director, Marketing Communications
Job Locations

US-IL-Chicago

ID 
2024-3454  

Category 
Marketing
Overview

DIRECTOR, MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS (HYBRID - CHICAGO)

If you are a marketing professional with experience leading high-functioning teams that tell brand stories through communications, creative and technology, who loves to strategize and build relationships while also enjoying hands-on project ownership, then we would like to meet with you!

The Marketing Director will have primary responsibility for the communications, graphic services and marketing technology functions. This role works closely with the Chief Marketing Officer (to whom it reports) to set strategy, build functional alignment and develop new approaches to brand building. The Marketing Director will have the opportunity to develop a growing team of professionals who share their commitment to excellence and innovation.

At Cornerstone Research, you will be part of a thriving, 900-strong team that spans nine offices, comprises more than 55 nationalities, and leads the industry in its commitment to develop team members across all levels. Inc. Magazine has recognized Cornerstone Research three times as a Best Workplace for its outstanding employee engagement, collaborative culture, and professional growth opportunities.You'll Love It Here If You
Embrace learning and continuous improvement
Set and strive for a high bar of excellence
Believe that teamwork leads to success: ask us what it means to be #onefirmfirm!
Take pride in always doing your best work, even if it's harder or takes longer
Are passionate about what you do
How You'll Help Our Team Succeed
Develop and implement strategic marketing plans and activities to drive business growth and increase brand awareness.
Manage the marketing and communications team to create compelling content for various channels including website, social media, email campaigns, and marketing collateral.
Contribute to the development (e.g. writing, copyediting and project management) of certain marketing pieces.
Oversee the marketing technology team to optimize technology tools, CRM systems, and analytics platforms to track and measure marketing performance.
Lead the graphics team in creating visually appealing and impactful design assets for marketing campaigns, client presentations, and other materials.
Manage the marketing budget and allocate resources effectively to achieve marketing goals. What You'll Need to Be Successful
15+ years of experience in legal or economic consulting marketing roles with increasing capability and responsibility; other professional services experience also considered.
The desire to take initiative and actively contribute to the team and the firm.
The ability to communicate effectively and professionally.
Strong business acumen and the ability to learn the firm's financial and operational functions.
The mindset to provide superior service.
Proven track record of successfully implementing and managing varied marketing platforms and digital media tools; working knowledge of InterAction CRM functionality.
Interest in, and experience with, building new teams. Must be comfortable with change and have demonstrable change management skills.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make strategic recommendations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Strong customer-focus.
Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with tight deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs required. Knowledge or ability to learn other programs required.
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing or other related fields of study required. Advanced degree is a plus. Who We Are
Cornerstone Research provides economic and financial analysis and expert testimony in all phases of commercial litigation and regulatory proceedings.
We work with a broad network of testifying experts, including leaders from academia and industry, who are recognized for their depth of knowledge, accomplishments, and research. Our staff consultants contribute expertise in economics, finance, accounting, and marketing, as well as business acumen, familiarity... For full info follow application link.

Cornerstone Research provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to legally protected categories, such as age, sex, gender, gender identity, race, color, creed/religious belief, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information or testing, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, military status, veteran status, arrest or conviction record (except where permitted by law), sexual orientation, ethnic background, citizen status, ancestry, national origin, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law.