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Senior Director, North America Marketing

russell
Companyrussell
CategoryMarketing
LocationSeattle
RemoteOn-site (inferred)
EmploymentNot stated
LevelDirector
SalaryNot stated by the employer
Posted17 Jul 2026
Last verified11 Aug 2026
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Description
Salary Range: $185,000 USD - $225,000 USD Specific compensation will be based on candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, commercial considerations, and other job-related factors permitted by law. At Russell Investments, salary is just one part of our compensation package. Our total rewards approach includes an annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility criteria) in addition to participation in our competitive benefits programs including healthcare, retirement, vacation, and wellbeing programs. Job Description: The Senior Director, North America Marketing is a strategic marketing leader responsible for developing and executing integrated marketing strategies that drive growth, strengthen brand leadership, and deepen client engagement across North America. Reporting directly to the Chief Marketing Officer, this role leads the firm’s regional marketing efforts across institutional,   wealth management   channel , and Canadian   go -to-market   teams , ensuring alignment with global business priorities and commercial   objectives .   As a key member of the Global Marketing Leadership Team, this position   serves as a strategic partner to business leaders across North America and plays a critical role in translating business   objectives   into measurable marketing outcomes that support asset growth, client retention, and brand differentiation. The Senior Director will oversee a team of marketing leaders and professionals responsible for audience marketing, demand generation, client engagement, digital marketing, events, content activation, and campaign execution. The role requires a deep understanding of institutional and wealth management audiences, investment products, client decision-making processes, and the evolving distribution landscape. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership • Develop and execute a comprehensive North America marketing strategy aligned with enterprise growth   objectives . • Serve as a senior marketing advisor to business leadership teams across Institutional, Wealth, and Canada. • Partner closely with Product, Distribution,   Client   Services , Communications, Digital, and Global Marketing teams to ensure integrated go-to-market execution. • Translate business priorities into scalable marketing programs that drive awareness, engagement, lead generation, and client retention. • Establish marketing priorities, resource allocation, and investment decisions across the region. Audience and Segment Marketing • Lead marketing strategies for institutional investors, financial advisors, intermediaries, consultants, retirement platforms, and other key distribution channels. • Ensure audience-specific messaging, content, campaigns, and experiences   are tailored   to the unique needs of each market segment. • Provide   strategic guidance on positioning, value proposition development, and competitive differentiation. • Support the launch and growth of investment strategies, solutions, and product offerings across North America. Omnichannel Marketing Excellence • Lead the development and execution of integrated omnichannel marketing programs across digital, content, email, web, social media, paid media, events, and sales enablement channels. • Drive marketing innovation through data-driven audience segmentation, personalization, marketing automation, and customer journey optimization. • Partner with digital and analytics teams to improve campaign effectiveness, lead quality, and marketing attribution. • Ensure marketing programs are measurable, scalable, and aligned with commercial outcomes. Events and Client Engagement • Oversee the regional strategy for client and   prospect   events, conferences, sponsorships, webinars, and executive engagement programs. • Ensure events support business development   objectives   and deliver exceptional client experiences. • Collaborate with sales and client-facing teams to maximize engagement opportunities and business impact. Team Leadership and Talent Development • Lead and develop a high-performing North America marketing organization of approximately 1 0   professionals. • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. • Coach and develop future marketing leaders while ensuring organizational effectiveness and succession planning. Performance Management and Measurement • Establish clear KPIs and measurement frameworks tied to business growth   objectives . • Monitor marketing performance and   optimize   investments based on data, insights, and market dynamics. • Deliver regular executive-level reporting on marketing effectiveness, business impact, and return on investment. • Manage regional marketing budgets and resources to maximize efficiency and outcomes. Qualifications Required   Experience • 15+ years of progressive marketing leadership experience within asset management, wealth management, investment management, financial services, or related industries. • Demonstrated   expertise   marketing to both institutional and wealth management audiences. • Significant experience   leading integrated omnichannel marketing programs across digital and traditional channels. • Proven success developing and executing client and prospect engagement strategies, including large-scale events and conferences. • Experience leading high-performing teams and managing multiple senior-level direct reports. • Strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and business leaders. • Deep understanding of investment products, capital markets, distribution channels, and client decision-making processes. • Strong knowledge of   CRM   interactions betwe en Salesforce and Marketo. Preferred Experience • Experience marketing ETFs and related investment vehicles. • Experience   operating   within a global asset management organization. • Familiarity with consultant relations, intermediary distribution, retirement, OCIO, and institutional sales models. • Experience   leveraging   marketing technology, CRM, marketing automation, and advanced analytics platforms. Salary Range: Specific compensation will be based on   candidate’s   experience, skills, qualifications, commercial considerations, and other job-related factors   permitted   by law. At Russell Investments, salary is just one part of our compensation package. Our total rewards approach includes an annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility criteria) in addition to participation in our competitive benefits programs including healthcare, retirement, vacation, and wellbeing programs. This role is not eligible for employment-based immigration sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future. Equal Employment Opportunity Russell Investments  is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all associates and employment applicants regardless of race, religion, ancestry, creed, color, gender (including gender identity which refers to a person's actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance, behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with a person's biological sex), age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation,  past or present unemployment status , or any other characteristic protected by law.