Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary:
Job Category Marketing
LevelManagement
Time TypeFull-time
Travel Requirements Less than 5%
Location Indianapolis, IN
The role: We're seeking a Marketing Manager who thrives on turning strategic vision into systematic execution. You'll bridge the gap between our team's creative energy and the operational excellence needed to scale our marketing efforts. This role requires someone who can build processes while maintaining the collaborative spirit that drives our success.
McGuire Sponsel fosters a dynamic culture that emphasizes training and professional development. No prior knowledge of the specialty tax industry is required, but preference will be given to those who come to us with industry experience. Candidates will develop and grow their skillset by working closely with the firms shareholders, technical practice line leaders, and experienced sales professionals. This is an excellent career opportunity for a relationship-driven individual who is looking to expand their skillset and make an impact with a growing firm.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process Architecture: Design and implement marketing systems, workflows, and standard operating procedures that enable consistent, scalable execution
- Execution Leadership: Drive marketing initiatives from concept to completion, ensuring deadlines are met and deliverables reach market
- Team Development: Manage and mentor two marketing coordinators, providing structure and accountability while supporting their growth
- Strategic Implementation: Translate high-level marketing strategy into actionable plans with clear timelines and measurable outcomes
- Quality Assurance: Establish checkpoints and review processes that maintain our high standards while accelerating delivery speed
Ideal Candidate Attributes:
- High Drive & Delivery: Natural urgency and momentum-building capability; comfortable being the "get it done" person
- Strong Systems & Stability: Instinctive process-builder who creates order from complexity; thinks in workflows and scalable solutions
- Balanced Leadership Style: Can provide direction and accountability while respecting team input and maintaining collaborative relationships
- Execution Focus: More energized by completing projects than starting new ones; finds satisfaction in crossing finish lines
- Detail-Oriented with Speed: Maintains quality standards while pushing for timely delivery; doesn't get paralyzed by perfectionism
What Success Looks Like:
- Marketing campaigns launch on schedule with consistent quality
- Clear processes exist for recurring marketing activities
- Team members understand their roles, deadlines, and accountability measures
- Strategic initiatives move from planning to market execution efficiently
- Marketing operations become predictable and scalable
Reporting Structure:
Reports to CMO and manages Digital Marketing Specialist and Marketing Coordinator
What you will need:
- A completed bachelors degree in Marketing or a related field
- Prior experience within a B2B sales/marketing function
- 5+ years of experience in a marketing or leadership role; experience in a professional services environment is desirable
- No prior experience with tax credits is necessary but is a bonus
- Ability to execute with consistency and strong strategic planning
- Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong professionalism and decorum at all times
- Experienced in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Experience in Hubspot is strongly preferred
- Experience in Adobe, Photoshop, and Canva required
- A valid United States drivers license and reliable transportation
Who we are:McGuire Sponsel is a national specialty tax consulting firm that has experienced tremendous growth while serving leading accounting firms and businesses across the country. Our firm partners with CPAs and their clients to provide Fixed Asset Services, R&D Tax Credit Services, Global Business Services, and Credit and Incentive Services.
What we offer:A career at McGuire Sponsel gives individuals the opportunity to grow professionally and personally in a team environment. Benefits include:
- Competitive paid time off, 401k and health and wellness benefits
- 9 Paid holidays off
- Modern office space in proximity to restaurants, shops, and cultural centers
- Team building and social outings, community outreach, and philanthropy activities
- Autonomy to build your schedule and operate independently with strong support from leadership
- Industry professional development opportunities
- Personal development opportunities
McGuire Sponsel provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Applicants with disabilities may contact McGuire Sponsel via telephone, e-mail, and other means to request and arrange for accommodations. If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time. Please contact McGuire Sponsel at 317-564-5000.