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director of major and planned giving

Newberry Library

<div><div><div><div><div><b>TO APPLY: </b>Interested candidates should attach a cover letter and resume, both as PDF documents, to their application in the Newberry Career Center. Applications sent without both a resume and cover letter will not be considered. To be considered for this role, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable to apply for a job on this site because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodation by contacting us through the Jobs email link listed on the Newberry Career Center page.<br>
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<b>ABOUT THE NEWBERRY: </b>The Newberry collection&mdash;some 1.6 million books, 600,000 maps, and 5 million manuscript pages&mdash;is a portal to more than six centuries of human history, from the Middle Ages to the present. We connect researchers and visitors with our collection in the Newberry&rsquo;s reading rooms, exhibition galleries, program spaces, classrooms, and online digital resources.<br>
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Since its founding in 1887, the Newberry has remained dedicated to deepening our collective understanding of ourselves and the world around us. As individuals engage with Newberry collections and staff, they discover stories that bridge the past and present and illuminate the human condition.<br>
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The Newberry&rsquo;s community of discovery is driven by a shared commitment to promoting research, inspiring learning, and using inquiry across the humanities as a tool to engage critically in a vibrant democratic society.<br>
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<b>SUMMARY: </b>Reporting to the Vice President for Development, the Director of Major and Planned Giving plays a central role in advancing the Newberry&rsquo;s mission by building strong, meaningful relationships with donors who are passionate about the humanities and public access to knowledge. This is a highly collaborative, forward-looking role for an experienced fundraiser who thrives on partnership, strategic thinking, and purpose-driven work. In addition to building a program to secure major and planned gifts from individuals to the Newberry Library, the Director supports successful current fundraising efforts and works to increase their productivity, develops new fundraising strategies and initiatives on an ongoing basis, and plays a plays a key role in ensuring that the overall fundraising goals of the Library are achieved each year. The Director supervises the Fundraising Campaign Manager.<br>
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<b>RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></div><ul><li>
Plan and implement a comprehensive program to secure increased major and deferred gifts from individuals;</li><li>
Manage a portfolio of approximately 100 individual donors capable of making gifts of $10,000 or more to the library; actively identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward portfolio of donors;</li><li>
Manage the membership of the Blatchford Society for planned giving and oversee all solicitation, cultivation, stewardship, and benefit fulfillment for these donors;</li><li>
Engage the Newberry&rsquo;s President, Vice President for Development, senior staff, Trustees, and other staff in the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors, and actively support their involvement;</li><li>
Develop and implement a planned giving marketing plan including direct marketing and cultivation programs and events;</li><li>
Serve as the contact person for executors of realized estate gifts;</li><li>
Think cross-functionally to identify prospects and opportunities for major gifts and planned gifts;</li><li>
Represent the Development Office at Library events; and</li><li>
Engage in all other projects and activities needed for the achievement of departmental goals.</li><li>
Supervise the Fundraising Campaign Manager, ensuring high quality work and ongoing development.</li></ul><p><b>
QUALIFICATIONS:</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required, along with five or more years of fundraising experience with a successful track record of soliciting major and/or planned gifts</li><li>
Self-motivated with exemplary communication, writing, and interpersonal skills</li><li>
Campaign experience a plus</li><li>
Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to work on several projects concurrently while achieving results</li><li>
Ability to collaborate well with a variety of people in a dynamic environment</li><li>
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and to represent the Newberry with maturity, judgment, and professionalism</li><li>
Familiarity with the Chicago-area philanthropic community preferred</li><li>
Proficiency with Microsoft Office</li><li>
Familiarity with Raiser's Edge a plus</li></ul><p><b>
SCHEDULE: </b>This is a full-time, exempt position, working 35 hours per week, with normal hours generally from 9:00 AM-5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Remote work may be available in accordance with Library policy; however, the position requires regular onsite presence to support the needs of the role and the department.</p><p><b>
BENEFITS:</b> For more information, please see the &quot;What We Offer&quot; section on the Newberry Careers page.</p><p><b><br>
THE NEWBERRY LIBRARY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</b><br>
View our statement concerning our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion here.</p></div></div></div></div>

Director of Major and Planned Giving

Openlands

<div>Description:<p></p><p><br>
The Communications Specialist is a key member of the External Affairs function at Openlands, responsible for executing day-to-day communications activities across digital platforms and supporting donor and corporate engagement initiatives. This role focuses on social media management, website updates, email marketing, and storytelling that amplifies Openlands&rsquo; mission and strategic priorities.</p><p>
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Communications, the Communications Specialist works closely with the Public Relations Specialist, Development, and Programmatic Teams to ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality content delivery. This is a full-time, non-exempt, hybrid position requiring occasional evening and weekend work for events.</p><p><b>
Essential Job Functions:</b></p><p><b>
Social Media</b> <b>Management</b> <b>and Content Creation</b></p><ul><li>
Create original content in multiple formats, including images, short and long videos, social graphics, infographics, and branded materials, ensuring accessibility and cultural relevance for bilingual audiences.</li><li>
Manage Openlands&rsquo; social media calendar and ensure posts reflect the organization&rsquo;s brand, voice, and strategic priorities.</li><li>
Plan, execute and optimize paid social media campaigns, managing budget, targeting and performance to support Openlands&rsquo; priorities.
</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to strategize content and respond to timely opportunities to share with external audiences.
</li><li>Work closely with Program, Development, and Communications staff to gather stories, updates, and visuals.</li><li>
Monitor platforms for engagement, trends, and brand sentiment; respond to comments and direct messages.</li><li>
Support influencer and partner relationships through collaborative posts and cross-tagging.</li><li>
Produce monthly performance reports and recommend improvements to increase reach and engagement.</li></ul><p><b>
Website Content Updates</b></p><ul><li>
Maintain Openlands&rsquo; website, updating pages and posting new content to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and SEO compliance.</li><li>
Partner with Program staff to keep Program pages updated and relevant to seasonal needs.</li><li>
Track and report on website analytics to inform user experience improvements.</li><li>
Coordinate with external web vendors to address technical issues and performance needs.</li></ul><p><b>
E-Mail Marketing</b></p><ul><li>
Build and distribute email campaigns, including monthly newsletters, Program updates, action alerts, and event invitations.</li><li>
Partner with the Development staff to support online fundraising campaigns (e.g., Spring Giving, Year-End Giving).</li><li>
Implement tracking codes to measure campaign performance and create monthly reports on email engagement and impact.</li><li>
Maintain email list hygiene and ensure accurate integration with the CRM system.</li></ul><p><b>
Internal Communications</b></p><ul><li>
Assist with onboarding processes for new staff and board members, including email signatures, website updates, and internal communications access.</li><li>
Update and maintain brand resources and communications templates.</li><li>
Support scheduling and logistics for internal communications trainings.</li></ul><p><b>
Collaboration,</b> <b>Analytics &amp; Reporting</b></p><ul><li>
Elaborate monthly reports on social media, website, and email performance.</li><li>
Track key metrics to inform strategy and demonstrate ROI for communications efforts.</li><li>
Analyze social media and media outreach metrics, providing insights to improve performance and storytelling.</li><li>
Collaborate on campaigns and strategy to ensure Openlands is reaching and engaging bilingual audiences effectively.</li></ul><p>
Other duties as assigned
</p>Requirements:
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 <b>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</b></p><ul><li>
Strong commitment to Openlands&rsquo; mission, values, and equity-centered approach.</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or related field.</li><li>
3-5 years of experience in social media, communications, marketing, or fundraising.</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>
Proficiency in social media platforms and management tools (e.g., Hootsuite).</li><li>
Experience with Capcut, WordPress, Canva, Constant Contact, and other content creation tools.
</li><li>Valid driver&rsquo;s license and reliable transportation for travel to program sites and events.</li><li>
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.</li><li>
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.</li><li>
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.</li></ul><p><b>
Preferred:</b></p><ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree or additional certifications in communications or digital marketing.</li><li>
Salesforce CRM experience.</li><li>
Spanish language proficiency (written and oral).</li><li>
Knowledge of conservation, environmental justice, or nonprofit sectors.</li></ul><p><b>
COVER LETTER AND RESUME REQUIRED</b></p></div>

Communications Specialist

Northwestern Mutual - Chicagoland

<div><div><div><b>Benefits:</b></div>
<ul><li>Bonus based on performance</li>
<li>Company parties</li>
<li>Dental insurance</li>
<li>Flexible schedule</li>
<li>Health insurance</li>
<li>Opportunity for advancement</li>
<li>Training &amp; development</li>
<li>Vision insurance</li>
</ul></div><div><div><b>Join the Winning Team at Northwestern Mutual - Chicagoland!</b></div>
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Are you an athlete at heart with a passion for teamwork and competition? Bring your sports background to a dynamic career as a Financial Advisor with Northwestern Mutual - Chicagoland!<br>
</div><div><b>Why Current and Former Athletes Could Thrive Here: </b>We recognize the unique strengths and qualities that former and current athletes bring to the table. Athletes can excel in our environment because of their inherent drive, discipline, and competitive spirit, which are essential traits for success in the insurance and financial services industry. Here&rsquo;s why athletes could thrive with us:<br>
</div><ul><li><b>Teamwork and Collaboration:</b> Just like in sports, our success depends on teamwork and collaboration. Athletes naturally excel in a team setting, working together towards common goals and supporting each other to achieve the best results for our clients.</li>
<li><b>Resilience and Determination:</b> Athletes are accustomed to facing challenges and persevering through difficult situations. This resilience translates well to the professional world, where overcoming obstacles and staying focused on long-term goals are key to building a successful career.</li>
<li><b>Goal-Oriented Mindset:</b> The drive to set and achieve goals is second nature to athletes. This goal-oriented mindset helps our representatives stay motivated and committed to helping clients achieve their financial objectives.</li>
<li><b>Discipline and Time Management:</b> Balancing training, competitions, and academics instills a strong sense of discipline and time management in athletes. These skills are invaluable in managing a client portfolio, meeting deadlines, and maintaining a high level of productivity.</li>
<li><b>Competitive Spirit:</b> The competitive nature of athletes fuels their desire to excel and be the best in their field. This competitive spirit drives our representatives to continuously improve, exceed performance targets, and deliver exceptional service to clients.</li>
</ul><div><i>Learn more about Northwestern Mutual - Chicagoland: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BRk3Ui8113s</i></div>
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<b>Our thriving Network Office of the Chicagoland District is located at: </b>1901 Butterfield Road Suite 300 Downers Grove, IL 60515<br>
</div><div><b>Meet Our Team:</b></div><div><br>
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<div><b>Ryan Kramer &ndash; CLF&reg;, ChFC&reg;, CLU&reg;, Managing Partner:</b></div>
<ul><li><b>Time with NM:</b> Joined Northwestern Mutual as a college intern in 1997 and became Managing Partner of Northwestern Mutual Chicagoland in 2015.</li>
<li><b>Prior Experience:</b> Graduated from Illinois State University with a B.S. in Marketing and has held roles at every level of Northwestern Mutual&rsquo;s leadership track, including Assistant Regional Director at the company&rsquo;s Milwaukee headquarters.</li>
<li><b>Passionate About:</b> Ryan lives in Elmhurst, Illinois, with his wife and their three children. He enjoys family time, sports, and community involvement. Together, the Kramers support organizations such as Alex&rsquo;s Lemonade Stand Foundation, Feed My Starving Children, Ronald McDonald House Charities, and Bear Necessities. Ryan is also active with the ISU Marketing Alumni Board, the Butterfield Country Club Finance Committee, and the Church of the Resurrection in Elmhurst.</li>
</ul><div><b>Trent Mausser &ndash; CLU&reg;, ChFC&reg;, Managing Director:</b></div>
<ul><li><b>Time with NM:</b> Began his career as a College Financial Representative in 2001 while attending the University of Northern Iowa.</li>
<li><b>Prior Experience:</b> Recognized nationally as a top college representative, Trent was featured in <i>USA Today</i> in 2001 and 2002. He became a full-time Financial Representative in 2002 and transitioned into leadership roles including College Unit Director, Field Director, and later Managing Director of the Chicago office.</li>
<li><b>Passionate About:</b> Trent lives in Park Ridge, Illinois, with his wife and their three daughters. His family enjoys golf, boating, and travel, and actively supports organizations like Feed My Starving Children, Ronald McDonald House Charities, Bear Necessities, and Alex&rsquo;s Lemonade Stand.</li>
</ul><div><b>Kevin Pabst &ndash; ChFC&reg;, Managing Director:</b></div>
<ul><li><b>Time with NM:</b> Started as a College Financial Representative in 2011 and now leads the Barrington Office.</li>
<li><b>Prior Experience:</b> A Chicagoland native, Kevin grew up in Arlington Heights and earned his degree in Economics from Michigan State University, where he played club hockey. During his time in leadership with the Schaumburg District Office, the internship program was ranked among the top 10 in the Northwestern Mutual system three times.</li>
<li><b>Passionate About:</b> Kevin and his wife, Kelly, live in Palatine, Illinois, with their two children. He enjoys family time, golf, and relaxing at his family&rsquo;s lake house.</li>
</ul><div><b>Scott Carr &ndash; CLU&reg;, MSM</b>, <b>Managing Director:</b>
</div><ul><li><b>Time with NM:</b> Joined Northwestern Mutual as a college intern in 1984 and opened his own office in Schaumburg at age 24.</li>
<li><b>Prior Experience:</b> A top 10 intern at Illinois State University, Scott ranked among the top new advisors nationally in 1986 and 1987. His office has consistently ranked among the top 10 in production for Northwestern Mutual.</li>
<li><b>Passionate About:</b> Scott lives in the northwest suburbs with his wife, Gina. He enjoys golfing, traveling, and spending time with his family, including his two adult children, and grandchildren.</li>
</ul><div><b>Jason Frano &ndash; Managing Director:</b></div>
<ul><li><b>Time with NM:</b> Joined Northwestern Mutual in 2014 and became Managing Director of the Naperville office in 2020.</li>
<li><b>Prior Experience:</b> Before Northwestern Mutual, Jason worked in sales for Toyota Corporation. He was named &ldquo;Rookie of the Year&rdquo; in his first year and ranked among the top 50 new advisors nationwide. He later served as College Unit Director and Field Director before stepping into his current leadership role.</li>
<li><b>Passionate About:</b> Jason lives in Lombard with his wife and their two sons. He enjoys running marathons, coaching his sons&rsquo; basketball and baseball teams, and spending time with family.</li>
</ul><div><b>Tracey Daniels &ndash; Executive Director of Selection, Chicagoland</b></div>
<ul><li><b>Time with NM:</b> Began her Northwestern Mutual career as an Associate Financial Representative in 2012 and returned in 2023 as District Recruiter before advancing to her current role.</li>
<li><b>Prior Experience:</b> Studied Communications with an emphasis in Public Relations at Michigan State University. Tracey leads selection and recruiting strategy across all offices, focusing on helping professionals build lasting, fulfilling careers.</li>
<li><b>Passionate About:</b> Originally from Woodridge, IL, Tracey now resides in Shelby Township, MI, with her husband, daughter, and their dog, Bubba. A former figure skater, she enjoys giving back to the skating community, attending country concerts, and boating with her family.</li>
</ul><div><b>Key Responsibilities: </b>As a Financial Advisor, your primary role will be to engage with clients to understand their comprehensive financial needs, providing personalized guidance to help them achieve their financial protection and planning goals. You will design and implement tailored strategies that safeguard clients' assets, income, and overall financial well-being, ensuring their long-term security. Regularly reviewing and updating clients' financial plans and insurance policies to reflect any changes in their circumstances or goals will be crucial to ensure continuous protection. Additionally, you will cultivate a robust network of clients through referrals, active community involvement, and professional associations.<br>
</div><div><b>Qualifications: </b>We prefer candidates with a bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related discipline. While prior experience in insurance, financial services, or business development is beneficial, it is not mandatory. Successful candidates will possess excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, strong analytical skills, and the capability to build lasting client relationships. We welcome individuals from business development-oriented organizations with uncapped earnings potential, including those from Medical Device, Education (teachers, administrators), Logistics, Solar, Payroll Services, Tech Business Development, Real Estate, Auto Rental and others. You will be required to obtain state insurance licenses, with training provided and sponsorship considered.</div>
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<b>Benefits: </b>You will have continuous access to training and development programs, with sponsorship for advanced certifications to enhance your expertise. We offer a lucrative compensation structure including performance-based incentives and unlimited earning potential. You will receive extensive support from a dedicated planning team, marketing resources, and experienced mentors. Enjoy the flexibility to design a work schedule that aligns with your personal and professional goals. Most importantly, you will play a pivotal role in helping individuals and families secure their financial future, making a lasting difference in the community.</div><br>
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</div><div>Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM) and its subsidiaries in Milwaukee, WI. Ryan Kramer is a General Agent of NM and not in legal partnership with NM, or its subsidiaries.</div>
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<p>Flexible work from home options available.</p></div>

Client Advisor with Sports Background

Housing Authority of Cook County

<p><b>SUMMARY</b></p><p>The Director of Marketing and Communications serves as the strategic voice and brand steward of the Housing Authority of Cook County. This role leads all efforts to market the agency&rsquo;s programs, services, and initiatives while ensuring clear, consistent, and transparent communication with residents, employees, community partners, and the public. The director promotes the agency&rsquo;s mission, enhances its visibility, and shapes messaging across digital, print, media, and outreach channels to strengthen trust, engagement, and awareness of the housing authority&rsquo;s impact.</p><p><b>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</b></p><p><b>Strategic Leadership</b></p><p>&middot; Develop and lead comprehensive communications strategies that align with business objectives and foster organizational culture.</p><p>&middot; Serve as a strategic advisor to senior executives on communication approaches for key initiatives, change management, and employee engagement.</p><p><b>Internal Communications</b></p><p>&middot; Oversee internal communication channels and programs, including newsletters, intranet, video, email, and town halls.</p><p>&middot; Ensure company values, vision, and strategic priorities are consistently embedded in messaging.</p><p>&middot; Measure effectiveness of internal communications through surveys, feedback, and analytics.</p><p><b>External Communications</b></p><p>&middot; Manage company-wide external communications, media relations, and brand storytelling to support reputation management.</p><p>&middot; Develop strategies for proactive media engagement and serve as a spokesperson when appropriate.</p><p><b>Executive Communications</b></p><p>&middot; Draft, edit, and manage high-impact executive messaging, presentations, and talking points for senior leaders.</p><p>&middot; Provide coaching and support to executives for public speaking, internal presentations, and employee engagement events.</p><p><b>Change &amp; Crisis Communications</b></p><p>&middot; Lead communication efforts for major business initiatives, organizational changes, and crisis situations.</p><p>&middot; Ensure timely, accurate, and transparent communication that builds trust with employees and stakeholders.</p><p><b>Team &amp; Vendor Management</b></p><p>&middot; Manage and mentor communications team members.</p><p>&middot; Oversee relationships with external vendors, consultants, and agencies.</p><p><b>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field (Master&rsquo;s degree preferred).</li><li>3 - 5 years of progressive communications experience, with at least 2 years in management.</li><li>Demonstrated success in executive communications, change management, and reputation management.</li><li>Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with ability to translate complex initiatives into clear and engaging narratives.</li><li>Experience developing and executing communications strategies in a corporate, government, or nonprofit environment.</li><li>Proven ability to measure communication effectiveness and adjust strategies accordingly.</li></ul><p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Experience with digital platforms (intranet, SharePoint, social media management, video production).</li><li>Background in employee engagement and culture-building initiatives.</li><li>Strong analytical skills and familiarity with communication metrics/analytics.</li></ul><p>The salary range for this position is $110,000 - $120,000.</p><p><b>BENEFITS</b></p><p>&middot; Health insurance</p><p>&middot; FREE Dental insurance</p><p>&middot; FREE Vision insurance</p><p>&middot; Life insurance</p><p>&middot; Healthcare flexible spending account</p><p>&middot; Dependent Care flexible spending account</p><p>&middot; Commuter flexible spending account</p><p>&middot; Employee assistance program</p><p>&middot; 401(k) &ndash; Employer contribution of 6%</p><p>&middot; Paid time off</p><p>This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed. The qualifications listed above are guidelines, other combinations of education and experience that could provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job will be considered</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $110,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Director of Marketing and Communications

ZS Associates

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ZS</b> is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by <b>bringing together data, science, technology</b> and <b>human ingenuity</b> to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you&rsquo;ll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a <b>client-first mentality</b> to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.</p><br>
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Marketing &amp; Communications Intern &ndash; Growth Marketing</b></div><div></div><div><br>
We are seeking a Marketing &amp; Communications Intern to support our B2B marketing efforts. This role will support go-to-market (GTM) campaigns that span multiple marketing channels (content, digital, events, analytics) and help to ensure connection and alignment to campaign best practices. This role is ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented individual looking for hands on exposure to all aspects of a modern marketing organization. -on exposure across the full marketing</div><div></div><div><b><br>
What You&rsquo;ll Do:</b></div><ul><li>
Contribute to the execution of an audience-led GTM strategy for ZS with a focus on agentic AI; You&rsquo;ll work across the Insight &amp; Analytics and Digital &amp; Technology practice areas and collaborate closely with Alliance Marketing to activate key partner GTM channels.</li><li>
Serve as a project manager for key campaign assets, working in ZS&rsquo;s project management platform and collaborating with experts across Marketing &amp; Communications to bring compelling content, ads, sales enablement materials and more to life.</li><li>
Proactively support paid and organic social, paid media and email channel execution and collaborate with internal communications to highlight key campaign assets and sales enablement materials in internal communication channels.</li><li>
Partner with Event Marketing and Alliance Marketing to support event planning, promotions, enablement and logistics for key ZS partner events.</li><li>
Drive reporting across promotional channels, looking for opportunities to improve performance.</li><li>
Support lead generation efforts and ensure proper marketing attribution by preparing new leads for upload to our customer relationship management platform.</li><li>
Perform targeted competitive research to inform GTM efforts and drive competitive, differentiated messaging across campaigns</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
What You&rsquo;ll Bring:</b></div><ul><li>
Candidates should be enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree related to marketing, journalism, or communications.</li><li>
Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.</li><li>
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.</li><li>
Self-motivated and eager to learn in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.</li><li>
Experience with AP Style and strong writing and editing abilities and superb written and oral communication skills</li><li>
Enthusiastic self-starter eager to learn from and contribute to a dynamic team</li><li>
Fluency in English</li><li>
Client-first mentality</li><li>
Intense work ethic</li><li>
Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach</li></ul><br>
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How you&rsquo;ll grow:</b></div><ul><li>
Cross-functional skills development &amp; custom learning pathways</li><li>
Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities</li><li>
Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Perks &amp; Benefits:</b></div><div>
ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development. Our robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options and internal mobility paths and collaborative culture empowers you to thrive as an individual and global team member.<br>
</div><div></div><div><b>Hybrid working model:</b></div><div>
We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Considering applying?</b></div><div>
At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems&mdash;the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.</div><div></div><div><br>
If you&rsquo;re eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.<br>
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ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.<br>
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To complete your application:<br>
Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment. An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.<br>
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NO AGENCY CALLS, PLEASE.<br>
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Find Out More At:<br>
www.zs.com</div></div>

Marketing Associate Intern - Growth Marketing

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<p><b>
ZS</b> is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by <b>bringing together data, science, technology</b> and <b>human ingenuity</b> to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you&rsquo;ll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a <b>client-first mentality</b> to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.</p><br>
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We are seeking a high-impact finance leader to drive <b>Executive Partnership &amp; Strategic Initiatives within Corporate FP&amp;A</b>. This role partners closely with senior leadership to interpret complex business trends, frame strategic decisions, and lead cross-functional initiatives that evolve how we operate, especially as AI reshapes professional services.</p><p><br>
This person is not primarily responsible for owning the core budgeting/forecasting cadence or dashboard-building, as this position focuses on executive-ready synthesis, strategic problem-solving, and mobilizing action across the firm.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
What you'll do:</b></p><ul><li><b>
Executive Partnership &amp; Leadership Decision Support</b><br>
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Translate complex trends, ambiguous business situations, and performance signals into clear executive narratives, options, and recommendations for leadership decision-making;<br>
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Create concise, high-quality leadership materials (briefs and presentations) that drive alignment and decisions in senior forums;<br>
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Lead &ldquo;so what / now what&rdquo; discussions connecting data and context to implications, tradeoffs, and actions;<br>
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Strategic Initiatives</b><br>
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Lead and deliver strategic initiatives that help the firm rethink elements of its commercial model (how we price/package, deliver value, and manage profitability levers) and operating model (decision rights, governance, incentives, and org structure);<br>
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Structure messy problems, align stakeholders, and drive initiatives from concept decision<li> measurable outcomes;<br>
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Financially Focused AI Enablement</b><br>
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Help leaders and teams understand the implications of AI (how work changes, what becomes automated vs. elevated, evolving skills/controls, new ways of delivering value, etc.);<br>
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Drive AI literacy and adoption through practical enablement, such as use-case identification, &ldquo;how-to&rdquo; examples, playbooks, coaching, and integration into real projects/workflows;<br>
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Cross-Functional Mobilization &amp; Change Leadership</b><br>
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Partner across Finance and adjacent teams to implement new ways of working and sustain adoption;<br>
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Establish clear workplans, decision logs, and follow-through mechanisms to keep initiatives moving and ensure accountability.</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><br>
What you&rsquo;ll bring:</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Engineering, or related field. MBA preferred;</li><li>
8+ years' experience in FP&amp;A, corporate finance, consulting/strategy, business operations, analytics, or similar roles with demonstrated success leading ambiguous, cross-functional initiatives;</li><li>
Exceptional structured thinking and communication skills- able to synthesize complexity into crisp, executive-ready recommendations and materials;</li><li>
Proven ability to drive stakeholder alignment and adoption/change, not just analysis;</li><li>
Experience in professional services environment highly preferred;</li><li>
Fluency in English;</li><li>
Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach</li></ul><div><b>
How you&rsquo;ll grow:</b></div><ul><li>
Cross-functional skills development &amp; custom learning pathways;</li><li>
Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities;</li><li>
Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions.</li></ul>
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Perks &amp; Benefits:</b></div><div>
ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development. Our robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options and internal mobility paths and collaborative culture empowers you to thrive as an individual and global team member.<br>
</div><div></div><div><b>Hybrid working model:</b></div><div>
We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Travel:</b></div><div>
Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Considering applying?</b></div><div>
At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems&mdash;the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.</div><div></div><div><br>
If you&rsquo;re eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.<br>
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ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.<br>
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<b>To complete your application:</b><br>
Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment. An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.<br>
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NO AGENCY CALLS, PLEASE.<br>
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Find Out More At:<br>
www.zs.com</div></div>

Executive Partnership & Strategic Initiatives, Corporate FP&A

Playa Bowls

<p></p><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>ABOUT THE COMPANY</b></h1><p>
Playa Bowls is New Jersey's Original Acai Shop, founded in 2014, and our mission is to bring superfruit bowls to the masses using only the freshest, highest quality ingredients while providing a fantastic in store brand experience. What began as a pair of blenders, a patio table, and a fridge has flourished into a 350+ unit operator and franchisor of the leading fast casual restaurant concept. Playa Bowls added 85 locations in 2025 and are on target to add 90+ new locations in 2026. Our continued rapid growth has created the opportunity for an individual who will help us with continuing to grow our brand!
</p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>GENERAL DESCRIPTION</b></h1><ul><li><b>
Location:</b> Open within our national footprint near a major airport, with preference for Chicago, Dallas or Phoenix metro-based candidates.</li><li>
Playa Bowls has scaled to nearly 350 locations in just over a decade and is now focused on executing a disciplined, high-growth expansion strategy toward 2,000 locations. To support this growth, we are introducing a newly created <b>Real Estate Manager</b> role responsible for setting development strategies within an assigned territory and leading the end-to-end execution of new franchise restaurant openings in a profitable, sustainable, and accelerated manner.</li></ul><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
GENERAL DESCRIPTION</b></h1><ul><li><b>
Location:</b> Open within our national footprint near a major airport, with preference for Chicago, Dallas or Phoenix metro-based candidates.</li><li>
Playa Bowls has scaled to nearly 350 locations in just over a decade and is now focused on executing a disciplined, high-growth expansion strategy toward 2,000 locations. To support this growth, we are introducing a newly created <b>Real Estate Manager</b> role responsible for setting development strategies within an assigned territory and leading the end-to-end execution of new franchise restaurant openings in a profitable, sustainable, and accelerated manner.</li></ul><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
WHO YOU ARE</b></h1><p>
The <b>Real Estate Manager</b> drives execution of market plans through a team of real estate professionals to identify and assist franchise owners leasing sites. This role assists franchisees in site selection, letter of intent (LOI) negotiation, lease negotiation and provide education on leasing best practices Once sites are identified This role works closely with franchise sales team members, design &amp; construction project managers, landlords and developers to ensure that all shop locations are physically appropriate and can be built out to Playa Bowls standards. They will work cross-functionally with a team of design &amp; construction professionals supporting franchise owners in the new location buildouts. This position is field-based covering territories assigned by the VP of Real Estate. Restaurant Franchise and Corporate experience strongly preferred. We need an experienced, capable, quick-thinking and creative development professional to help us achieve our store growth goals.</p><p><b>
WHAT YOU&rsquo;LL DO</b></p><ul><li>
Partners with franchise owners and company operators to encourage new store growth following the overall Market Plan.</li><li>
Consults, guides, trains, and assists franchise owners with site selection, site negotiation and presentation of real estate site packages to REC for brand acceptance</li><li>
Manages the workflow and oversees the relationship of the territory&rsquo;s network of Playa Bowls approved real estate brokers employed by franchisees and master broker relationship</li><li>
Maintains a pipeline of real estate deals that is equal to 125% of Playa Bowls planned store opening requirements at the start of each fiscal year for the territory</li><li>
Educates and monitors franchisees, approved real estate brokers and attorneys on Playa Bowls site selection criteria and the real estate process</li><li>
Works closely with other members of the Construction &amp; Real Estate departments to manage comprehensive, strategic growth, and asset management strategy.</li><li>
Tracks and closely monitors real estate deal progression from site selection, LOI negotiation, Lease negotiation to fully executed lease.</li><li>
Research and analyze existing and potential trade areas via demographic variables, pedestrian counts, activity generators, competition and space/site availability</li><li>
Utilizes necessary resources to resolve issues of encroachment and impact in a geographic area</li><li>
Tracks and manage document flow and projects accurate lease execution dates.</li><li>
Updates and reports data cross functionally on pending sites to ensure that site status is accurately represented</li><li>
Achieves period, quarterly and annual lease execution goals to ensure company shop opening plans can be met and proceed in a timely manner</li><li>
Perform other related duties, tasks and responsibilities as required, assigned and directed</li><li>
Maintain productive relationships with franchise owners</li><li>
Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with key industry stakeholders, including suppliers, developers, and community leaders, to facilitate growth opportunities</li></ul><p><b>
WHAT YOU&rsquo;LL BRING</b></p><ul><li>
Education: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree, preferably in Real Estate, Business Administration or Finance; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master&rsquo;s degree preferred</li><li>
5-7 years of experience in Real Estate or a related field</li><li>
3-5 years of experience managing a franchise development environment, preferably in the QSR or fast-casual market</li><li>
Demonstrated knowledge/skill in market planning and implementation for &ldquo;retail&rdquo; real estate development, site selection, trade area analysis, real estate contract negotiation</li><li>
Knowledge of the real estate development process including broker management, negotiation, real estate contracts, demographic analysis, financial analysis, site plans, store design and permitting, and construction management</li><li>
Strong influence and negotiation skills with the ability to communicate with Senior Leadership</li><li>
Clear and effective communication across all media with people at various levels, internal and external</li><li>
Proficiency in MS Office, with Excel and PowerPoint skills and experience with Google Suite</li><li>
Knowledge of GIS analytics, and real estate related tools such as project management systems</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess market opportunities and make data-driven decisions</li><li>
Experience with FranConnect highly preferred</li><li>
Self-motivated with strong time and project management skills</li><li>
Demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
WORK CONDITIONS</b></h2><ul><li>
Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching</li><li>
Ability to travel up to 40% of the time</li><li>
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally</li><li>
Must be able to engage in problem-solving skills to help identify and solve potential issues</li></ul><p><b>
MISSION</b></p><p>
Inspire and support our communities one bowl at a time.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
VALUES</b></h2><p>
Real Deal. Playa Passion. Powerhouse. Big Wave Chaser. Dawn Patrol</p><p></p><p><i><br>
&ldquo;</i><b><i>Playa Bowls is an equal opportunity employer </i></b><i>and all aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.&rdquo;</i></p></div>

Real Estate Manager

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