Business Development Strategist

Organize and execute business development and marketing events, including a robust conference and tradeshow presence; Lead, mentor, and build Rho’s Marketing and Brand Strategy team; Manage the department operating budget, including oversight of vendors and contractors; Collaborate with business development team to build brand awareness within relevant research and client communities; Performs other duties as assigned; Manage the Strategy team and provide professional development coaching and learning opportunities to staff; Lead efforts for market and competitor research; Serve in a key management capacity for emergency and crisis communications, including evening and weekend availability; Develop and oversee the execution of marketing campaigns; Oversee marketing operations, including planning, assessment, and analysis of all aspects of the department’s work; Oversee and manage website analytics, content, and landing pages.

Strong organizational skills and attention to complex program details; Ability to effectively manage agency and vendor relationships; 5+ years of recent CRO marketing experience; Substantial experience with project management software (e.g. Asana, Wrike); Experience collaborating with a diverse team of professionals in an environment of partnership; Desire to mentor, cultivate, and manage a team of professionals of varying experience and expertise; Minimum 7 years of experience in a senior marketing strategist position in corporate, agency, education, or non-profit contexts; Experience with Hubspot and Salesforce preferred; Substantial project management experience, with demonstrable successes in a complex organization; Experience driving results in a highly matrixed environment; Effective presentation, documentation and interpersonal skills; Ability to effectively interface with senior management; PMI Certification is a plus.