Marketing Manager — Chicago, IL

A growing professional services firm is seeking a hands-on Marketing Manager to oversee the execution of the firm's marketing, communications, branding, and business development initiatives. Offering a salary of $115,000–$130,000 dependent on experience, this individual will report to the Senior Marketing Director and play a key role in translating leadership's objectives into actionable marketing strategies while ensuring consistent messaging, polished deliverables, and effective execution across all marketing functions. The Marketing Manager will collaborate closely with firm leadership and internal stakeholders to strengthen the firm's market presence, support business development efforts, and coordinate content and communications initiatives. This position will also provide direct supervision and guidance to two junior marketing team members, ensuring accountability, quality control, and alignment with departmental priorities. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who can balance strategic direction with hands-on project management and enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. This position requires working onsite at the firm's Chicago headquarters five days per week. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to medical and dental insurance as well as a generous unlimited PTO plan.

Responsibilities of the Marketing Manager:

• Direct the execution of the firm's marketing, branding, and communications initiatives, ensuring all materials, presentations, website content, and external messaging reflect consistent brand standards and align with leadership's objectives.

• Oversee the creation, editing, and distribution of marketing content, including social media campaigns, case studies, website updates, and thought leadership materials, while maintaining editorial calendars and coordinating contributions from internal stakeholders.

• Partner with firm leadership to develop and implement marketing initiatives that advance business development goals, promote industry expertise, highlight firm accomplishments, and strengthen relationships with clients and referral sources.

• Coordinate the firm's involvement in industry conferences, sponsorships, networking opportunities, and other promotional activities while managing award submissions and related communications to increase marketplace visibility.

• Supervise and provide day-to-day direction to the Marketing Communications Specialist and Marketing Coordinator, reviewing work, offering constructive feedback, establishing priorities, and maintaining accountability for the quality and timely completion of deliverables.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and CRM subject matter experts to maximize the use of CRM platforms and marketing technologies, leveraging available data and reporting to evaluate business development efforts and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Oversee and refine marketing procedures, workflows, and operational systems to improve departmental efficiency, maintain consistency across initiatives, and support the firm's broader relationship management and growth objectives.

Qualifications of the Marketing Manager:

• At least five years of progressive experience in marketing, communications, branding, or a related field.

• Previous experience supervising, mentoring, or managing junior team members, with the ability to provide direction, delegate responsibilities, and maintain quality standards.

• Strong business writing, editing, and copyediting abilities, with exceptional attention to detail and the judgment to review materials for accuracy, consistency, and professional presentation.

• Demonstrated project management and organizational skills, including the ability to coordinate multiple marketing initiatives, manage deadlines, and balance competing priorities.

• Experience working with CRM platforms and marketing technologies; familiarity with HubSpot is strongly preferred.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders, translate business objectives into actionable initiatives, and incorporate feedback while maintaining a hands-on approach.

• Background in professional services, consulting, financial services, accounting, legal, or a similar industry is highly preferred, along with a collaborative leadership style, strong communication skills, and the ability to foster a positive, results-driven team environment.

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