Head of Marketing Operations & Measurement
Head of Marketing Operations & Measurement
The Head of Marketing Operations & Measurement is a senior leadership role responsible for modernizing how Advisor Marketing operates, scales, and measures its impact across Financial Advisor Services (FAS). As a member of the Marketing Leadership Team, this leader serves as the connective tissue between strategy and execution-bringing discipline, clarity, and data-driven rigor to how marketing plans are built, deployed, and optimized.
This role will transform marketing operations into a strategic advantage by enhancing workflows, deploying a modern marketing technology stack, and establishing advanced measurement frameworks that clearly link marketing activity to business outcomes. The position partners closely with Marketing leaders, Sales, Technology, Data & Analytics, Compliance, and external partners to ensure marketing becomes faster, smarter, and more accountable.
Why This Role Matters
This role is central to the next phase of FAS Marketing's evolution-ensuring the organization not only develops bold, innovative ideas but executes them with speed, precision, and measurable impact. It is a high-visibility leadership opportunity for a builder who thrives at the intersection of strategy, operations, technology, and data.
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Key Responsibilities:
Marketing Operations & Modernization
- Lead and evolve the end-to-end marketing operations function, ensuring work is effectively prioritized, resourced, and executed across teams.
- Modernize workflows, governance, and operating models to reduce friction, accelerate speed to market, and improve transparency.
- Establish best-in-class operational standards that support both disciplined execution and innovative experimentation.
Marketing Technology & Enablement
- Own the marketing technology vision and roadmap, overseeing deployment, integration, and adoption of platforms supporting planning, execution, personalization, and measurement.
- Partner with Technology and Data teams to ensure systems are reliable, scalable, secure, and aligned with enterprise architecture and governance standards.
- Identify and implement opportunities to leverage automation and AI to drive accuracy, efficiency, and speed across marketing processes.
Measurement, Analytics & Insights
- Define and lead a modern marketing measurement framework focused on business outcomes-not just activity metrics.
- Deliver actionable analytics that inform strategy, optimize investment decisions, and drive continuous performance improvement.
- Establish data integrity and quality control standards for all marketing and campaign performance data.
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
- Serve as the internal authority on marketing operations and measurement, advising senior leaders on tradeoffs, risks, and opportunities.
- Partner with Marketing Leadership peers to shape annual planning, long-range roadmaps, and investment priorities.
- Communicate a clear, compelling operational and data vision to senior stakeholders.
People Leadership
- Hire, develop, and lead a high-performing team across marketing operations, technology enablement, and measurement.
- Set clear expectations, coach emerging leaders, and foster a culture of accountability, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
Success Measures:
Success in this role will be demonstrated by:
- Faster, more predictable marketing execution with fewer bottlenecks and handoffs
- Clear visibility into marketing performance, ROI, and business impact
- High adoption and effective use of marketing technology across teams
- Improved decision-making through trusted, actionable insights
- Strong partnerships and credibility with senior leaders across the organization
What It Takes:
- 10+ years of relevant experience, including deep expertise in marketing operations, analytics, or marketing technology
- Proven experience modernizing operating models, workflows, or technology stacks in complex organizations
- Strong data fluency with the ability to translate insights into strategic recommendations
- Demonstrated people leadership experience, including building and developing high-performing teams
- Undergraduate degree required; graduate degree preferred
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- FSA
- HSA
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- Pet Insurance
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Volunteer Time Off
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- Relocation Assistance
- Performance Bonus
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- 401(K)
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Internship Program
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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