Audit & Tax Marketing Director

Grant Thornton Advisors Open · verified Oct 22, 2026

Hybrid Chicago Full-time Director Marketing Leadership

At a glance

Director-level Marketing Leadership role at Grant Thornton Advisors. Chicago · full-time · $184,000–$276,000 base.

SalaryStated by Grant Thornton Advisors

$184,000 – $276,000

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

This role, from Grant Thornton AdvisorsOur estimate for the market: $143,442–$205,000Median $152,625

Above the market median of $152,625 for lead marketing leadership roles in Chicago.

Worked out from 9 postings that stated pay, median $152,625. Last updated Oct 20, 2026.

RoleMarketing Leadership

SeniorityDirector

LocationChicago

WorkplaceHybrid

EmploymentFull-time

Base pay$184,000–$276,000

PostedOct 14, 2026 · 8d ago

Role brief

growthroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Set Audit and Tax campaign plans around priority sectors and offerings, with messaging that stands apart from Big Four competitors
Fold acquired firms’ marketing teams into the broader organization, choosing which sub-brands stay and which transition
Build reusable content operations and run ongoing campaigns tied to demand signals and pipeline targets
Coordinate Audit and Tax messaging with Advisory and firmwide brand campaigns to prevent overlap
Track pipeline, win rates, alliance revenue and brand visibility, then give leaders dashboards for decisions

What you bring

At least eight years in B2B marketing, ideally in professional services, consulting or advisory work
A bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business or a related area
A record of building and delivering marketing plans that support business growth
Strong grounding in digital marketing, content planning and lead generation

Who this fits

This director-level role suits a strategic, hands-on marketer who can lead campaigns while integrating acquired marketing functions and developing team capability. It is based in Chicago with a hybrid arrangement.

From the employer

Position Summary

As the Audit & Tax Marketing Lead, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the marketing strategy for our high-growth Audit and Tax practices. This is a unique opportunity for a strategic thinker and hands-on leader to drive brand visibility, market differentiation, and revenue growth in a fast-paced, client-centric environment.

You will serve as a key partner to Audit & Tax leadership, translating business priorities into compelling marketing programs that elevate our market presence and deepen client engagement. With a strong grasp of professional services marketing, you will lead execution across acquisitions, alliances, industry campaigns, thought leadership initiatives, and go-to-market strategies that position the firm as a trusted advisor in a competitive landscape.

This role requires a blend of strategic insight, creative execution, and cross-functional collaboration. You’ll thrive here if you’re energized by growth, inspired by innovation, and motivated by the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Go-to-Market Execution

Launch and manage Audit & Tax GTM campaigns aligned to priority sectors and offerings
Ensure all positioning is client-first and clearly differentiated from Big Four competitors

Acquisition Marketing Integration

Evaluate and integrate marketing functions from acquired firms into a unified GT model
Lead brand transition and change management—determine when to retain sub-brands vs. full GT integration
Preserve best practices and talent while eliminating duplication

Content & Campaign Engine

Build a scalable content operation modeled on “content factory” principles—fast, compliant, personalized, and reusable
Run always-on campaigns triggered by demand signals and aligned to pipeline goals

Cross-Service Line Alignment

Partner with Advisory marketing lead to ensure message consistency and avoid duplication
Position Audit & Tax as the firm’s growth engine while aligning with firmwide brand campaigns

Analytics & Accountability

Define and track KPIs: pipeline growth, win rates, alliance revenue, brand share of voice
Deliver dashboards and insights for leadership visibility and decision-making
Other duties as assigned

Time Allocation

50%: Audit & Tax GTM strategy and campaign execution
30%: Acquisition marketing integration and change management
10%: Cross-SL and firmwide alignment
10%: Talent development and marketing capability building

Performance Metrics

Growth in Audit & Tax-sourced pipeline and revenue
Full integration of acquired marketing orgs within 12 months
Improved campaign efficiency (cost per lead, cycle time)

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field; MBA or advanced degree a plus
8+ years of B2B marketing experience, preferably in professional services, consulting, or advisory environments
Proven success in developing and executing strategic marketing plans that drive business growth
Strong understanding of digital marketing, content strategy, and lead generation
Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to thrive in a high-growth, matrixed organization with shifting priorities

Preferred Attributes

Experience with CRM and marketing automation platforms (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot, Marketo)
Familiarity with industry sectors such as audit assurance services, EBP, IT Assurance or Strategic Assurance and SOC services
A strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and a bias for action

The base salary range for this position is between $184,000 and $276,000. Placement within the pay range is at Grant Thornton’s discretion, and it is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job -related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, progression within the role, geographic location, and internal equity. At Grant Thornton, compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.