ComScore is the fastest growing market research firm in the country (source- AMA Honomichl Top 25). Our products and services are used by over 1200 clients globally and we are recognized as a leader in the digital market research world. We seek individuals who are passionate about the online space and the role research and analysis can play in the marketing and advertising strategies of our clients. If this focus excites you, please read on. We are currently seeking a Director of Marketing Solutions for the Pharma or Financial Sercices vertical of our custom research group in our Reston, VA headquarters.
Job Title: Director of Marketing Solutions
Reports To: Vice President, comScore Marketing Solutions
Location: Reston, VA
SUMMARY
comScore Inc., is a recognized innovator that's changing the way companies develop strategies and marketing investments that increase sales and generate cost savings. This is an exciting, intellectually challenging opportunity for a marketing consultant or analyst who also has a passion and skill for business development. As a Director within our Pharma or Financial Services practice, you will find opportunities to build business with prospects and help our clients resolve pressing business issues while helping drive comScore's explosive growth and industry leadership.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Director of Marketing Solutions will support the company's goals through a range of consulting, sales and analytic functions. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering and selling our unique analysis and research services, leveraging comScore core capabilities to address clients' strategic and tactical marketing challenges. This Director will:
• Uncover and understand the needs and challenges of our clients; address these through business analysis, recommendations and ongoing consultation based on our unique information services and ability to assess markets, customers, competitors and prospects
• Build comScore's revenues through services that deliver a high return on our clients' investments in our solutions, ultimately achieving or exceeding an annual business plan
• Manage, lead, mentor and energize more junior analysts and managers. Conduct performance reviews and participate in the recruitment of team members
• Identify prospective clients and develop comScore business with those firms
• Contribute to the design and development of new analytical and consulting capabilities
• Communicate project objectives to client service, product management and other internal teams
• Exemplify comScore's tradition of analytical and client service excellence and industry leadership
QUALIFICATIONS
• Minimum of bachelor's degree and 5-8 years' professional experience, or advanced degree and 4+ years' professional experience
• A proven track record of success in business development, client service, sales and strategic account development a must
• A high intellect individual who combines analytical excellence, razor-sharp communication skills and an ability to build outstanding client relationships
• Specific experience in multi-channel and/or online marketing highly preferred. Experience in an online ad agency environment also a strong plus
• Direct experience with data-intensive marketing analysis and consulting applications, including either primary or syndicated market research
• Flexibility and ability to work fast under tight deadlines with demanding quality requirements
• Must be expert in all Microsoft Office applications and knowledgeable about the Internet
• Experience in the Pharma/Health industry a plus
• A desire to aggressively further business in an innovative, fast-paced and winning company