Vice President, Marketing

Pasadena, CA (On-site)

$175K/yr – $225K/yrSenior Level10+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own the full marketing function with multi-channel campaigns, brand governance, and executive alignment to drive strategy, ROI, and external perception.

  • Own cross-functional marketing strategy and multi-channel campaigns with measurable ROI and risk management.
  • Lead brand, website, SEO/SEM, and media relations to build consistent external image and stakeholder buy-in.
  • Partner with senior leaders to shape a multi-year plan, maintain execution discipline, and evolve programs with industry trends.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead the Marketing Department in the development and execution of marketing initiatives and campaigns that ensure a cohesive brand presence
  • Partner with senior executives to develop and execute a comprehensive marketing strategy, including defined goals, research initiatives, and measurable objectives
  • Oversee the development, implementation and maintenance of the organization's multi-channel, multi-segment marketing campaign
  • Ensure the internal and external brand is aligned with organization’s objectives and execute marketing plan while effectively managing brand and reputational risk
  • Organize and direct the Marketing Department to ensure all marketing projects are well coordinated and in support of the organization’s strategic objectives
  • Develop policies, procedures, and training programs to ensure efficient and effective marketing operations
  • Analyze marketing ROI and related issues, developing cost-effective solutions to address key marketing challenges
  • Develop and maintain relationships with media contacts, and create positive external and internal brand recognition and image
  • Direct the development, implementation, and maintenance of the organization's website(s), SEO, SEM and online analytics platforms
  • Oversee sponsorship programs that drive brand awareness while supporting community engagement and nonprofit partnership

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university required, preferably in Business, Marketing, Communications or related field
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in planning, managing, and executing multi-channel, multi-segment marketing campaigns, with a strong ability to stay current on industry trends and developments
  • Experience in Financial Services is a must, with broker-dealer experience preferred
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, with the professional presence to influence senior executives and build effective partnerships across all levels of the organization
  • Strong project management capabilities, with a high level of organization and a proven ability to meet release schedules and deadlines
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and build high-performing team
  • Highly organized with the ability to multi-task and manage multiple competing priorities without sacrificing accuracy or efficiency
  • Strong negotiation and conflict resolution capabilities

Nice to Have

  • broker-dealer experience preferred

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple health plan options for you and your family
  • Health Savings Account with company-sponsored contributions
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) traditional and dependent care
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
  • 401(k) plan with discretionary, competitive company matching and profit-sharing contributions
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
  • 3 weeks of Paid Time Off
  • 2 weeks of Paid Sick Time (may vary by location)
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Charitable Donation Matching Contributions
  • Paid Leave (Parental Bonding, Military, Jury Duty, Volunteer Time Off, Disability, etc.)
  • FINRA License Sponsorship
  • Travel & Employee Assistance and Employee Discount Programs
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Wedbush

Since our founding in 1955, Wedbush has been a leader in the financial services industry, providing our clients, both private and institutional, with a wide range of securities brokerage, wealth management, and investment banking services; Headquartered in Los Angeles, California with 100 registered offices and nearly 900 colleagues, the firm focuses on client service and financial safety, innovation, and the utilization of advanced technology.

Founded in 1955
Pasadena, California, USA
996 employees (22 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
147.8K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
28.9%
Direct
65.6%
Referral
4.7%
Social
0.4%
Paid
0.5%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~996

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
14 (1% of company)

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