Vice President, Strategy (Performance Marketing)

For our client, we are seeking a Vice President, Strategy (Performance Marketing) to join the team of a leader in the Business Services space. This leader will drive strategic performance marketing recommendations that balance data-driven decision-making with brand stewardship. The role will partner closely with account, media, and creative teams to shape integrated strategies and serve as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders. You will be expected to navigate complex client relationships, articulate the rationale behind recommendations, and align multiple disciplines around shared objectives in a fast-paced agency environment. Location: Chicago, IL - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $200,000 – $225,000 annually Responsibilities Develop and present strategic recommendations based on data and insights Partner with account leaders to serve as a trusted advisor to clients Engage in discussions to present and defend strategic rationale Collaborate with media and creative teams for integrated strategy execution Align disciplines around shared strategic objectives Qualifications 7+ years of senior strategic experience in digital advertising or a marketing agency Proven success managing complex client relationships with senior stakeholders Strong expertise in performance media platforms and data-driven marketing Ability to balance performance marketing strategy with brand equity Excellent communication skills to articulate and defend strategic recommendations Experience collaborating with media, creative, and account teams in an integrated environment Comfortable navigating diverse client types and strategic challenges Benefits Hybrid work model with a minimum of three in-office days per week Opportunity to work with industry-leading brands Engagement in high-level strategic initiatives Travel opportunities for client engagement Collaborative work environment across multiple disciplines 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.