smartdept. is searching for a Brand & Marketing Coordinator for a global financial services client located in Riverwoods IL. The ideal candidate will come with 35 years of experience in content management brand communications or marketing operations. This is a fulltime hybrid (onsite in Riverwoods IL with some remote flexibility) 12month contract opportunity with the possibility of an extension. Compensation for this position is expected to be $38$42/hour depending on experience level and fit.
What Youll Do:
- Update and manage the Marketing Document Repository including uploading and tracking all current and historical assets with RIK (tracking) numbers
- Document update and maintain social media onboarding and removal processes including stepbystep guides for new team members
- Create and maintain documentation for social media account access password changes and process updates
- Provide content support for web articles with a focus on SEO and current best practices
- Coordinate and document social media content reviews including legal review calls RIK submissions and post validations
- Review submit and coordinate new content with the web strategist ensuring governance and process documentation for review and updates
- Support issuer communications for 2026 and new creative campaign launches
- Coordinate the marketing team scorecard tracking KPIs and demonstrating performance of key initiatives for Sr Leadership
- Support the ad hoc needs of the brand marketing team as required
What Youll Need:
Education/Experience:
- Associates degree in marketing communications or related field required (Bachelors preferred)
- 35 years experience in content management brand communications or marketing operations
- Strong project management and documentation skills
- Experience with digital asset management systems (such as Brand Lab or similar)
- Familiarity with social media platforms and onboarding/offboarding processes
- Excellent attention to detail organization and communication skills
- Ability to work crossfunctionally and manage multiple priorities in a fastpaced environment
NicetoHave Skills:
- Previous experience in financial services or highly regulated industries
- Knowledge of SEO best practices for web content
- Experience coordinating legal reviews for marketing content
- Familiarity with KPI scorecard reporting and marketing analytics
- Proficiency with project management tools and collaborative platforms
Required Experience:
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