Director Marketing Ops & Strategy

Job Title: Director, Marketing Strategy & Operations
Location-Type: Hybrid (Mon-Thurs Onsite, NYC, NY
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Compensation Range: $150,000 - $200,000 base
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO
Visa Sponsorship: Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Job Description:
This role serves as a key operational and strategic partner to senior marketing leadership, driving clarity, accountability, and execution excellence across a global marketing and events organization.

Job Summary
•Operationalize marketing strategy by translating priorities into actionable plans, frameworks, and KPIs across regions and channels.
•Define and optimize operational processes across marketing functions, driving efficiency in campaign management, budget tracking, and resource allocation.
•Integrate AI-driven marketing technologies into workflows to improve efficiency and enhance decision-making.
•Manage and evaluate external agency and vendor relationships, including contract negotiation, scopes of work, and performance standards.
•Develop and maintain executive reporting dashboards, presentations, and business reviews.
•Collaborate across Marketing, Product, Communications, Finance, and Human Resources to align initiatives and shared objectives.
•Foster an inclusive, high-performance culture centered on partnership, accountability, and operational excellence.

Minimum Requirements:
•7-10 years of experience in marketing strategy, operations, business management, or related functions.
•Demonstrated success leading operational processes, managing budgets, and implementing scalable systems.
•Experience managing agency and vendor relationships, including evaluation, contract negotiation, and performance management.
•Exceptional project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
•Strong communication, analytical, and presentation skills with proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, CRM systems, and marketing automation tools.
•High emotional intelligence, sound judgment, and discretion when handling confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications:
•Background in financial services, investment management, asset management, or similarly regulated industries.
•Entrepreneurial, resourceful, and hands-on approach with experience thriving in lean, fast-paced environments.
•Experience leveraging audience insights and competitive analysis to support go-to-market strategies and content development.
•Proven ability to build cross-functional relationships and drive organizational alignment at scale.