Digital Marketing Manager

Chicago, IL (Remote)

Salary Not AvailableMid Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive end-to-end digital marketing strategy and execution for SMB clients.

  • Must-have: Expert-level knowledge of Google Ads, Meta Ads Manager, GA4, and SEO tools.
  • Standout: 3+ years in an agency setting with a strong client-facing track record.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Strategy Development & Execution: Develop and implement end-to-end digital marketing strategies for SMB clients across diverse industries.
  • Paid Media (PPC/Paid Social): Plan, launch, and optimize paid advertising campaigns on Google Ads and Meta (Facebook/Instagram) and LinkedIn.
  • SEO & Content Management: Manage on-page and off-page SEO efforts, including keyword research, content recommendations, and local search performance.
  • Social Media & Email Marketing: Develop social media content calendars and execute email marketing campaigns (newsletters, automation flows).
  • Client Management & Reporting: Act as a primary point of contact for clients, presenting performance reports, surfacing insights, and providing tactical recommendations.
  • Analytics & Optimization: Track, analyze, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) like CPA, ROAS, and traffic trends using Google Analytics 4 (GA4), LinkedIn Analytics, HubSpot, and other tools.
  • Project Management: Utilize Asana to own your delivery outcomes across your client portfolio, ensuring work is completed on time and within budget, client communications are clear and open, and team members are fully informed on project status.

Requirements

  • Experience: 3+ years of hands-on digital marketing experience, preferably in an agency setting.
  • Platform Proficiency: Expert-level knowledge of Google Ads, Meta Ads Manager, GA4, and SEO tools (SEMrush, Ahrefs, etc.).
  • "T-Shaped" Marketer: Strong foundational knowledge across SEO, PPC, social, and email, with deep expertise in at least two areas.
  • Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting to clients.
  • Mindset: A self-starter who takes ownership of outcomes and thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

Preferred

  • Experience with content creation (Canva, Photoshop), WordPress, and CRM systems (HubSpot/GoHighLevel).

Benefits

  • Competitive salary: Negotiable, depending on experience.
  • 401K plan and company match of 2.5% of salary.
  • Profit sharing of 2.5% of salary.
  • Performance bonuses.
  • Employee health insurance premium paid by the company.
  • Generous PTO: 16 accrued days per year, and a bonus week off during the end-of-year holidays when the agency is closed annually.
  • Professional development annual stipend: $1,000 and dedicated time for PD during business hours.
  • Fully remote position, no commute.
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The Harbinger Group

The Harbinger Group is a Chicago-based marketing communications agency dedicated to serving mission-driven organizations. For 22 years, we have forged productive partnerships with mission-driven organizations to create change and achieve outstanding results together. We specialize in crafting compelling narratives and implementing strategic marketing solutions that drive meaningful change.Our comprehensive suite of services includes:- Strategy: We develop data-driven strategies aligned with your goals, including strategic planning, brand positioning, and market research.- Digital Marketing: From social media management to SEO, content marketing, and email campaigns, we leverage digital platforms to amplify your message.- Executive Visibility & Reputation Management: We position your leaders as industry experts through content production, social platform management, and media training.- Public Relations: We build and maintain your reputation through media relations, crisis communications, and thought leadership.- Creative Services: Our team delivers impactful design, branding, video production, and multimedia content that resonates with your audience.Our mission-driven clients include unions, associations, education organizations, nonprofits, healthcare organizations, financial services, and professional services.Our unique Brand Activation Marketing Model (BAMM) ensures a tailored approach for each client, from critical analysis to strategy development, positioning, planning, activation, and continuous evaluation.Recognized for excellence with multiple awards, including a 2024 Gold Stevie Award and a 2024 Golden Trumpet Award, we're committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in marketing communications. Whether you're looking to launch a new initiative, enhance your brand positioning, or elevate your digital presence, The Harbinger Group is your partner in making a lasting impact.

Founded in 2003
Chicago, Illinois, USA
20 employees (11 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
1.6K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
36.8%
Direct
40%
Referral
13%
Social
7.8%
Paid
1.3%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~21

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
10 (50% of company)
Median Career Experience
18.5 years
Median Tenure
8.1 years