Director Thought Leadership

About This Opportunity

We are representing a confidential marketing technology organization in their search for a Director of Thought Leadership. This is a remote position requiring a strategic content leader who can translate complex developments in AI, data, and marketing technology into influential narratives that strengthen market position and drive commercial growth.

Our client seeks someone who can develop flagship research, executive platforms, and industry-leading content that positions the organization as a credible authority in the rapidly evolving marketing and advertising technology landscape.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the thought leadership strategy for data and technology solutions, aligned with business priorities
• Identify topics and industry developments where the organization can establish distinctive and authoritative points of view
• Lead creation of flagship research, reports, articles, white papers, keynote narratives, executive content and event programming
• Translate complex product, data and AI capabilities into clear narratives for senior client and industry audiences
• Collaborate with Product, Go to Market, Client Teams, Engineering and technical stakeholders to identify emerging innovations and market opportunities
• Partner with marketing teams to activate thought leadership and measure performance against agreed KPIs
• Monitor industry and competitive landscape, identifying emerging trends and opportunities to lead the market
• Work with client and commercial teams to apply thought leadership across priority pitches, client engagement, events and business development
• Ensure compliance with security and privacy policies in all content development activities

What We're Looking For

• 8+ years of experience in thought leadership, editorial strategy, content, communications, research, journalism or related discipline
• Background working within marketing, advertising, technology, consulting, professional services or complex B2B environments
• Strong understanding of marketing and advertising technology landscape, including AI, data, media, creative, production, commerce and measurement
• Demonstrable experience developing distinctive strategic narratives and translating complex subjects into compelling content
• Proven track record creating flagship research, industry reports, strategic frameworks, executive publications or major editorial programmes (examples will be requested)
• Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills with ability to adapt content for executive, client, media, industry and internal audiences
• Experience developing executive platforms including keynote speeches, bylined articles, media narratives and social content
• Strong research and analytical skills with ability to interpret market data, client insights and technical information
• Self-starter, critical thinker and problem solver capable of leading complex, cross-functional initiatives
• Strong stakeholder-management skills and ability to influence senior executives across global, matrixed organizations
• Excellent organizational skills, high attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments

How We Work With You

When you apply through Get A Job.ai, our talent team will review your qualifications and conduct an initial screening. If there's a strong match, we'll submit your profile to our client for consideration. Throughout the process, we'll serve as your advocate and main point of contact. Please do not contact the client directly, as all communications should flow through our recruitment team to ensure the best experience for everyone involved.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process based on experience and qualifications.

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