Grant Thornton (US) · 8 hours ago
Global Creative Marketing Director
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$184K/yr - $276K/yr
15+ years expGrant Thornton is seeking a Global Creative Marketing Director to join the team. This role involves leading a global creative team to shape the company's brand through innovative design, storytelling, and technology, while managing creative strategies across various platforms and ensuring brand integration during M&A activities.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Lead and grow a multi-regional creative team, building a culture of creativity and high performance
Set the creative vision and direct all work across client-facing sales materials (proposals, credentials, pitch decks), campaigns, TV, digital, video, print, social, and emerging platforms
Provide strong creative direction - guiding and challenging the team to deliver their best ideas and execution
Develop and execute global-to-local creative strategy — translating brand campaigns across markets while adapting for cultural nuance, regional business priorities, and local audience behavior
Drive brand integration through M&A activity, uniting acquired firms under one brand
Build and manage the agency ecosystem — run RFPs, select partners, and ensure strong creative standards
Translate business priorities into bold, effective creative that connects with audiences and drives results
Evolve and protect the global brand system so it remains flexible, future-ready, and clearly differentiated
Champion the use of AI and new technologies to enhance creativity and efficiency
Work with senior leaders across marketing, digital, and analytics to align creative strategy with business goals
Present and advocate for creative ideas with clarity and conviction
Manage budgets and resources effectively while staying ahead of industry trends
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business or other relevant area, or the equivalent experience
15+ years leading creative teams at scale within complex or global organizations, including at least 5 years in a head of function or equivalent role
Senior leadership experience translating CMO business strategy into creative strategy and execution
Led creative function through major organizational transformation: M&A integration, global rebrand, PE-backed restructure, or platform consolidation involving multiple acquisitions
Strong portfolio showing multi-channel campaigns and best-in-class sales materials that win business and drive revenue
Deep expertise in building modern brand identity systems and breakthrough campaigns
Proven ability to develop, inspire, and grow creative talent
Curiosity and confidence with AI, design technology, and digital-first creativity
Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence senior stakeholders
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance programs
Employee assistance program
401(k) savings plan
Employee retirement plan
Paid sick leave
Company
Grant Thornton (US)
In the US, Grant Thornton LLP and Grant Thornton Advisors LLC (and their respective subsidiary entities) practice as an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations and professional standards.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
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Mike McGuire
CEO emeritus
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