Overview

CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER (HYBRID, BOSTON, CHICAGO, DC, NEW YORK)

Who We Are

Cornerstone Research provides economic and financial analysis and expert testimony in all phases of commercial litigation and regulatory proceedings.

We work with a broad network of testifying experts, including leaders from academia and industry, who are recognized for their depth of knowledge, accomplishments, and research. Our staff consultants contribute expertise in economics, finance, accounting, and marketing, as well as business acumen, familiarity with the litigation process, and a commitment to produce outstanding results.

The firm’s uniquely collegial and supportive atmosphere makes Cornerstone Research a great place to work. We invest in our people in a host of ways, from providing meaningful learning and development opportunities to organizing memorable social events. To many, our culture and our people are the most exciting and enriching aspects of a career at Cornerstone Research.

Chief Marketing Officer

We are looking for a seasoned marketing executive to provide strategic and operational leadership for Cornerstone Research’s marketing, communications, client relationship building, business development, and expert development.  The Chief Marketing Officer (“CMO”) will guide conceptualization, development, and execution of Cornerstone Research’s multi-year marketing plans.  This role oversees programs that articulate the firm’s brand strategy, PR, thought leadership and research, expert marketing, consultant profile development, client outreach, recruiting and internal communications.  The Marketing Team is responsible for all marketing communications and marketing events sponsored by the firm to support business retention and growth. 

At Cornerstone Research, you will be part of a thriving, 800-strong team that spans eight offices, comprises more than 40 nationalities, and leads the industry in its commitment to develop team members across all levels. Inc. Magazine has recognized Cornerstone Research three times as a Best Workplace for its outstanding employee engagement, collaborative culture, and professional growth opportunities.

You’ll Love It Here If You

• Embrace learning and continuous improvement
• Set and strive for a high bar of excellence
• Believe that teamwork leads to success: ask us what it means to be #onefirmfirm!
• Take pride in always doing your best work, even if it’s harder or takes longer
• Are passionate about what you do

How You’ll Help Our Firm Succeed

• Enhance our firm’s competitive differentiation in the marketplace.
• Proactively create new initiatives to help grow the business and maintain a high level of client satisfaction.
• Guide brand strategy both internally and externally in all aspects. Identify appropriate new methods and venues with growth opportunities.
• Support practice area and expert development leaders in business development and practice plan development. Coordinate with each of the Firm’s practice area to understand its business processes and offer solutions for developing and executing marketing and promotional plans including managing the marketing staff to accomplish those plans.
• Oversee the development, planning, execution and evaluation of the firm’s annual schedule of hosted client events, sponsorships, and speaking engagements, (both internal and external).
• Lead public relations approach and responses. Proactively address potential press issues and be ready for crisis communications as needed.
• Lead and develop marketing team of 16 professionals.
• Develop and manage the department’s annual budget, ensuring appropriate investment, cost control, and expense allocations.

What You’ll Need to Be Successful

• 20 years of experience in marketing and communications across a variety of industries; professional services experience preferred.
• The desire to take initiative and actively contribute to the team and the firm.
• The ability to communicate effectively and
• Strong business acumen and the ability to learn the firm’s financial and operational
• The mindset to provide superior
• Familiarity with financial and economic topics.
• Experience as a Chief Marketing Officer or in working with firm leadership on a strategic marketing level. Experience working in a matrix organization or partnership.
• Experience in working with European markets preferred.
• Strong managerial skills with experience developing team members across vertical functions.
• Highly developed ability to influence.
• Digital marketing experience, including experience implementing new marketing technology solutions.
• MBA or Master’s Degree in Marketing preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cornerstone Research is an equal employee opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other factors protected by law.