Managing Director, Client Business Lead

For our client, we are seeking a Managing Director, Client Business Lead to join the team of a leader in the Business Services space. This role will serve as a senior strategic partner across a major client relationship, with responsibility for guiding leadership conversations and aligning priorities across multiple lines of business. The position will drive integrated marketing strategy, support transformation efforts, and help shape operating model improvements that strengthen decision-making and execution. The ideal candidate will bring strong client counsel, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to connect brand, performance, and customer engagement initiatives to measurable outcomes. Location: New York, NY - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $259,000 – $370,000 annually Responsibilities Serve as the primary business partner and advisor to client CMOs across 10 lines of business Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and provide informed counsel on strategic decisions Set clear client strategies and annual priorities, translating them into actionable plans and measurable outcomes Lead integrated strategies across brand, performance, and customer engagement, leveraging various capabilities Drive transformation by aligning stakeholders around new capabilities and effective workflows Transform the agency operating model to enhance decision-making and execution across all business lines Foster collaboration across the integrated agency team, prioritizing client outcomes over agency boundaries Qualifications 15+ years of senior leadership experience in agency or marketing services, preferably with financial services clients Proven track record of advising CMOs and managing strategic client relationships through periods of change Strong understanding of financial services marketing, including compliance and regulatory implications Experience leading integrated teams across multiple agencies and disciplines Demonstrated ability to redesign operating models and implement data-driven capabilities for improved efficiency Benefits Opportunity to lead one of the company's largest and longest-standing client relationships Access to a multidisciplinary team with established senior leaders Engagement in a significant marketing transformation initiative Involvement in shaping the company's operating model and processes Support for professional development and talent growth within a collaborative environment Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.