Managing Director, Marketing Services

Managing Director, Marketing Services About the Company Full-service design-driven research & strategy firm IndustryManagement Consulting TypePrivately Held Founded2003 Employees51-200 Specialties market researchstrategyinnovationdesign thinkingand design thinking About the Role The Company is seeking a Managing Director for its marketing services division, which is dedicated to helping brands forge more meaningful human connections and create effective marketing. The successful candidate will be a senior executive leader with a focus on business growth, client development, and strategic leadership. This role is pivotal in scaling the business and diversifying the client base, with a strong emphasis on the seller-doer model, where the Managing Director will be expected to drive new client acquisition, develop senior-level relationships, and represent the company in various strategic and executive-level engagements. The ideal candidate will have a significant background in marketing services and agency leadership, a proven track record in business development, and a network of senior marketing and business relationships. Experience in both large and boutique agency environments, as well as a background in leading experiential marketing and brand activations, is highly valued. Applicants for the Managing Director position at the company's marketing services division should be entrepreneurial, strategic, commercially driven, and creatively inspired. The role requires a leader who is deeply curious about people and consumer behavior, and who can champion the use of market research, behavioral science, and analytics to develop effective marketing programs. The Managing Director will also be responsible for client leadership, deepening existing relationships, and broadening the client portfolio. Strategic and creative leadership is essential, as is the ability to contribute to the evolution and visibility of the company's brand in the marketplace. The role is not just about business development; it is about being a core member of the leadership team, shaping growth strategy, and contributing to talent development and culture building. The candidate should be prepared to work in a remote environment and be committed to the company's values and culture, including its obsession with humanity. Hiring Manager TitlePresident Functions MarketingBusiness Development