Director of Marketing at Jump Trading | Chicago, IL | $200K/yr – $250K/yr

Jump Trading

Director of Marketing

Chicago, IL (On-site)

$200K/yr – $250K/yrDirector/ExecutiveFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Build and align a high-impact employer brand with a data-driven marketing function for a technical, research-driven environment, turning complex technical achievements into compelling narratives across digital and live channels.

Own brand strategy, messaging, and storytelling across digital, events, and external channels.
Lead marketing operations, measurement frameworks, and data-informed prioritization to drive business-impact initiatives.
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition and development teams to amplify employee voices, support campus and experienced-hire strategies, and shape conference programs.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive employer brand strategy encompassing branding, PR, and retention initiatives
Build marketing operations infrastructure from the ground up, establishing processes, workflows, and measurement frameworks
Drive data-informed decision making across all initiatives
Serve as the strategic voice with the backbone to evaluate and prioritize competing initiatives
Define and manage unified brand messaging across digital and real-world channels
Oversee creative development including video production, digital content, and brand experiences
Partner with PR agencies to shape media strategy, thought leadership, and external positioning
Direct the design of conference materials and promotional items that resonate with our technical audience
Partner with Talent Acquisition to develop marketing strategies for experienced hire and campus recruiting efforts
Translate complex technical achievements into compelling narratives for different audience segments

Requirements

At least 10 years of progressive marketing experience with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles
Proven track record building marketing functions in complex, technical environments
Deep expertise across brand strategy, PR, social media, content marketing, and creative development
Experience in financial services, technology or other highly-technical industries
Strong project management skills with ability to influence at the executive level
Data proficiency with experience building measurement frameworks and analytics
Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills with visual storytelling capabilities
Collaborative leadership style with confidence to make tough decisions and push back when needed
Bachelor's degree required

Preferred

MBA or advanced degree desired

Benefits

Discretionary bonus eligibility
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care options
Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
Voluntary Life & AD&D insurance
Paid vacation plus paid holidays
Retirement plan with employer match
Paid parental leave
Wellness Programs

Jump Trading

4.0 Glassdoor

For more than 25 years, Jump Trading has been home to people who see trading as the most fascinating problem in the world and want to solve it from every angle. Headquartered in Chicago with 13 offices across 8 countries, we operate across asset classes, time zones, and horizons. If it trades, we want to trade it.We are traders, engineers, and researchers working side by side to build the systems that move global markets. Our culture is built on curiosity, precision, and relentless iteration. We care deeply about impact, collaboration, and solving problems few ever get to see.At Jump Trading, AI and machine learning are central to how we trade and build. We design and deploy advanced models, infrastructure, and tools to operate at scale in high-stakes, adversarial environments. From low-latency systems to cutting-edge research, we push the boundaries of what is possible.We are also committed to the next generation of talent. Our student programs, from internships to our fully funded PhD Fellowships, provide hands-on experience, mentorship, and opportunities to do meaningful work. We support students at leading conferences worldwide and invite them to work with our teams on real-world challenges.

Founded in 1999

Chicago, Illinois, USA

1.9K employees

www.jumptrading.com

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