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director product marketing

Coates Group

<div><div><b>Be Part of Our Next Chapter</b></div><div></div><div><br>
For over almost 60 years, our solutions have enabled impactful connections between some of the world&rsquo;s leading brands and their customers. And while we&rsquo;ve already done a lot of work we&rsquo;re proud of, we&rsquo;re just getting started!</div><div></div><div><br>
We&rsquo;re a global technology company focused on creating dynamic, smart, personalised and engaging customer experiences powered by our range of digital hardware, our proprietary content management system and our industry leading signage solutions. (For example: If you&rsquo;ve ordered in-store or in the drive-thru at McDonald&rsquo;s somewhere in the world in the last few years, chances are you&rsquo;ve interacted with our digital solutions.) We work in over 50 global markets and have 9 offices around the world, with a global headquarters proudly located in our founding home of Sydney, Australia.</div><div></div><div><br>
Coates Group has the values of a family-owned business and the innovative spirit of a start-up, both which fuel our purpose &ndash; <i>Creating Connections. Empowering Partnerships. Always Evolving</i>. Through hard work, dedication and creativity, we&rsquo;ve become industry leaders who have won awards and set records while remaining focused on continual growth and evolution. We are a 2x Australia Good Design Award winner and successfully completed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history.</div><div></div><div><br>
We are curious, charismatic, authentic and we value and leverage the diversity of our crew. We are imaginers, kindness enthusiasts, experts, creators, thinkers, challengers, collaborators and over-achievers. And together, as a Crew, we are revolutionizing the way the world&rsquo;s leading brands leverage technology to drive the best customer experiences.</div><div></div><div><p><br>
The<b> Director, Product Marketing</b> will build and lead a scalable global Product Marketing and GTM function that defines product positioning, accelerates speed to market, and enables commercial success across Coates&rsquo; solution portfolio This individual will work closely with a wide range of senior leaders in the organization, collaborating across all areas of the business - product, tech, brand marketing, sales, finance, supply chain, deployment and support &ndash; to help efficiently and effectively launch innovative new solutions into the global marketplace and secure Coates&rsquo; position as a leader in the restaurant technology industry.</p>
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<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Responsibilities:</b></h3><div>
<p><b>
Go-To-Market Execution</b></p>
<ul><li>Lead and develop the Global Product Marketing Function</li></ul>
<ul><li>Build and lead how we bring hardware, software and holistic solution-based products &amp; services to market</li></ul>
<ul><li>Create and drive adoption of enablement and GTM tools</li></ul>
<ul><li>Lead a cross-functional group to define and execute the go-to-market plans across the company portfolio</li></ul>
<ul><li>Lead go-to-market strategies for new features and releases in collaboration with Product and Sales.</li></ul>
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Product Marketing Strategy &amp; Sales Enablement</b></p>
<ul><li>Own product naming and positioning initiatives.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Translate complex product capabilities into clear, customer-focused benefits.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Develop reusable messaging frameworks, launch playbooks, and enablement assets.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Develop differentiated messaging versus the both direct and indirect competitors</li></ul>
<ul><li>Build B2B enablement materials that support high-value, complex customer partnerships</li></ul>
<ul><li>Translate technical capabilities into business value</li></ul>
<ul><li>Help translate customer and marketing needs into clear business outcomes and act as the connective tissue between Product, Tech, Sales, Account and functional teams.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Collaborate with product and account management to ensure timely enablement around product launches, market shifts, and GTM priorities</li></ul>
<ul><li>Define and evolve product positioning, value propositions, and messaging for Coates Products &amp; Services</li></ul>
</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Capabilities:</b></h3><div>
<ul><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional &amp; international teams</li></ul>
<ul><li>Impeccable writing skills and ability to manage customer-facing copy</li></ul>
<ul><li>Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in an agile environment</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ability to make data-informed decisions under uncertain circumstances</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ability to operate and thrive autonomously</li></ul>
<ul><li>Strong operational and organizational skills</li></ul>
<ul><li>Outcome-focused mindset</li></ul>
</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications:</b></h3><div>
<ul><li>8-10+ years experience in Product Marketing, Product, GTM strategy/management or a related function, preferably with strong B2B experience in a startup or entrepreneurial environment</li></ul>
<ul><li>Experience launching &amp; growing global software &amp; hardware products</li></ul>
<ul><li>Strong technical knowledge and experience working with developers, engineers, etc.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Understanding of or experience in QSR or restaurant industry a plus</li></ul>
<ul><li>Experience launching/marketing SaaS products and CMS solutions a plus</li></ul>
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<p>Full Salary Range: $145,200/year (minimum), $155,100/year (midpoint), $165,000/ (maximum).</p>
<p>
Pay is based on relevant experience, skills, education, internal equity, and market data. Well-qualified candidates can generally expect offers around the midpoint. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications but have more limited directly relevant experience for this specific role are typically placed nearer the minimum, while highly experienced candidates with strong role alignment may be placed closer to the maximum.</p>
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About Coates</b></div><div></div><div><br>
We are industry leaders who have won awards and set records. We are a 2x Australia Good Design Award winner and we successfully completed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history.</div><div></div><div><br>
We are industry leaders who have won awards and set records. We are a 2x Australia Good Design Award winner and we successfully completed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history.</div><div></div><div><br>
We are led by a forward-thinking CEO who has demonstrated a true passion for people and making Coates a place where people genuinely enjoy working. Our growth plans enable a focus on providing rapid career advancement opportunities for our talent.</div><div></div><div><br>
Together, we are creators, allowing us to make our purpose a reality &ndash; to create immersive brand experiences for everyone.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Join a Crew that Cares</b></div><div></div><div><br>
Be part of a global team of talented, ambitious, creative people that value integrity, individuality and inclusivity. (Ask us about our Equality + Empowerment Initiatives).</div><div></div><div><br>
The benefits include an annual market competitive bonus program and our &ldquo;Thrive Program&rdquo; which includes a suite of flexible work options because we&rsquo;re strong believers that you should never miss an important life or work moment. Thrive also provides dedicated time to prioritize our health and wellbeing (think virtual Yoga or meditation sessions), a Global Wellness paid day off to recharge as well as a &ldquo;Give Back Day&rdquo; to allow our Crew an opportunity to make an impact in the community.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Be inspired To Be More</b></div><div></div><div><br>
We skip the red tape and aim to always stay nimble. We&rsquo;re proud of where we&rsquo;ve been and are energized by where we&rsquo;re going. We encourage ideas and perspectives because we know the more we have, the better we are. We work hard but have fun along the way. We push the boundaries but keep it real and authentic. We believe in the values that got us here are the ones that will continue to lead us forward. We are excited by what we&rsquo;ve accomplished, but know the best is yet to come.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Coates Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Fraud Alert: Employment Scam Advisory</b></div><div>
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It has come to our attention that unauthorised individuals are impersonating our company and reaching out to job seekers through fraudulent emails, falsely claiming to represent Coates. These emails often request personal information and appear to come from domains that are not affiliated with our organisation, such as <b>coatesgroupcareer.com</b>.</div><div>
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 We take this matter very seriously. Coates has reported these incidents to law enforcement and is cooperating with the ongoing investigation. We are committed to protecting the integrity of our recruitment process and the privacy of our applicants.</div><div>
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 Please be advised of the following:</div><ul><li><b>Coates does not operate or communicate through any domain resembling &quot;@</b><b>coatesgroupcareer.com</b><b>&quot;</b></li><li><b>We</b> <b>do not contact employment candidates via email to solicit personal or financial information</b></li><li><b>All applications for employment must be submitted through our official website </b><b>https://coatesgroup.com/careers</b><b> or directly through our LinkedIn profile: </b><b>Coates Group</b></li></ul><div><b>
- All emails from us will come from our official domain, which is [at]coatesgroup[dot]com or via our Applicant - Tracking System (ATS) email address, which is no-reply[at]</b><b>hire.lever</b><b>[dot]co</b></div><div>
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If you receive any suspicious communications purporting to be from Coates, we urge you not to respond, do not click any links, and do not provide any personal information. Your safety and trust are of the utmost importance to us. Thank you for your vigilance.</div>
<p>
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.</p></div>

Director, Product Marketing

Hansgrohe Group

<div><p><b>FLSA Status:</b> Exempt / Bonus Eligible<br>
<b>Reports To:</b> Senior Director, Sales<br>
<b>Department:</b> Sales<br>
<b>Location:</b> Chicago, IL (Midwest Region)</p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Position Summary</b></h2><p>
The Senior Regional Sales Manager &ndash; Midwest is responsible for driving sales growth, market expansion, and brand presence across a key strategic region, with a strong emphasis on the greater Chicago market.</p><p>
This is a senior individual contributor role that owns regional performance, develops high-value customer relationships, and drives execution across both Trade and Industry Partner (IP) channels. The role requires a highly strategic, self-directed professional who can influence cross-functional partners, support independent representative agencies, and deliver results without direct people management responsibility.</p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></h2><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Regional Strategy &amp; Market Growth</b></h3><ul><li>
Develop and execute a comprehensive regional sales strategy aligned with company objectives, with a targeted focus on Chicago and the broader Midwest market.</li><li>
Drive revenue growth, market share expansion, and brand positioning within established cost-of-selling parameters.</li><li>
Lead territory-level business planning, forecasting, and performance tracking.</li><li>
Identify and capitalize on new business opportunities, distribution expansion, and strategic partnerships.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Account Management &amp; Relationship Development</b></h3><ul><li>
Build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts, distributors, showroom leaders, and strategic partners across the region.</li><li>
Establish executive-level connections within key Chicago-based customers to drive long-term growth.</li><li>
Evaluate and support optimization of the regional distribution network to align with business objectives.</li><li>
Serve as the primary escalation point for complex customer needs and strategic negotiations.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Influence &amp; Cross-Functional Collaboration</b></h3><ul><li>
Partner closely with independent representative agencies and field sales partners to drive alignment and execution of regional strategies.</li><li>
Act as a key liaison between the field and corporate teams, ensuring consistent communication and execution of initiatives.</li><li>
Collaborate with Marketing, Product Management, and Operations to support product launches, campaigns, and regional initiatives.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Training, Merchandising &amp; Brand Execution</b></h3><ul><li>
Support and deliver product training to customers, partners, and representatives to strengthen brand knowledge and positioning.</li><li>
Partner with Marketing to execute regional merchandising, promotional, and go-to-market strategies.</li><li>
Ensure strong in-market execution of displays, brand standards, and customer experience.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Operational &amp; Financial Management</b></h3><ul><li>
Manage regional budget including travel, marketing investments, and cost of sales.</li><li>
Maintain accurate CRM data, pipeline visibility, and reporting.</li><li>
Provide regular sales forecasts, activity reports, and market insights to leadership.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Travel</b></h3><ul><li>
60&ndash;70% domestic travel within the Midwest region, with a strong presence in Chicago.</li><li>
Occasional international travel (1&ndash;2 trips annually).</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Qualifications</b></h2><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Education &amp; Experience</b></h3><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent experience required.</li><li>
7&ndash;10+ years of experience in regional sales within the plumbing, building products, or related industry.</li><li>
Proven success driving growth through distribution channels and key account development.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Skills &amp; Competencies</b></h3><ul><li>
Strong strategic thinking and business acumen</li><li>
Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills (without direct authority)</li><li>
Advanced negotiation capabilities</li><li>
Strong communication and presentation skills</li><li>
High level of autonomy, accountability, and self-motivation</li><li>
Analytical mindset with data-driven decision making</li><li>
Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Core Competencies</b></h2><ul><li>
Driving Results</li><li>
Business Acumen</li><li>
Influencing &amp; Negotiation</li><li>
Strategic Thinking</li><li>
Customer Focus</li><li>
Collaboration</li><li>
Adaptability</li></ul></div>

Senior Regional Sales Manager – Midwest (Chicago-Based)

American Osteopathic Association

<div><p><b>Job description</b></p>
<p>The American Osteopathic Foundation is currently seeking a college-level intern for Summer 2026 (May/June through August). There is a possibility of continuing the internship into the fall based on performance and departmental needs (September through December 2026). Start and end dates will be determined with the intern based on their school schedule.</p>
<p>The pay rate will be $20 per hour for a maximum of up to 20 hours per week from May-August, and, if the intern is invited to continue, a maximum of 15 hours a week September through December.</p>
<p>The intern will work under the supervision of the Director of Marketing and Mission Communications. The intern will support the Director in creating visual content for marketing and communication materials, including designing graphics, layouts, and supporting the overall messaging strategy across various platforms, while working closely with the Director to ensure brand consistency.</p>
<p>Please submit resume and a copy of your most recent transcript when applying.</p>
<p><b>Responsibilities</b><b>:</b></p>
<ul><li><b>Visual Design:</b>
<ul><li>Developing design concepts for digital and print marketing materials such as social media and email graphics, flyers, and posters.</li>
<li>Creating and editing graphics using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.</li>
<li>Maintaining brand guidelines and consistency across all visual assets.</li>
</ul></li><li><b>Communication Support:</b>
<ul><li>Writing copy for social media captions.</li>
<li>Proofreading.</li>
<li>Gather industry information through internet searches.</li>
</ul></li><li><b>Collaboration:</b>
<ul><li>Working closely with the marketing and communications team to understand project needs and objectives.</li>
<li>Presenting design concepts and receiving feedback from the Director and other staff.</li>
</ul></li></ul><p><b>Qualifications</b><b>:</b></p>
<ul><li>Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)</li>
<li>Strong visual design skills and understanding of color theory, typography, and layout</li>
<li>Basic skills in Word and Excel</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills; good proofreading skills a plus</li>
<li>Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Potential benefits of this internship:</b></p>
<ul><li>Hands-on experience in graphic design and communications</li>
<li>Opportunity to develop pieces to add to a portfolio of professional work</li>
<li>Exposure to various communications and marketing strategies</li>
<li>Gaining insights into brand management and visual identity</li>
</ul>
<p><b>WORKING CONDITIONS</b></p>
<p>PHYSICAL</p>
<ul><li>Sitting: 80%</li>
<li>Standing/Walking:20%</li>
<li>Lifting: Minimal, less than 20 lbs</li>
<li>Vision: Computer, phone</li>
<li>AOF provides laptop and office materials for duration of Internship</li>
</ul>
<p>MENTAL</p>
<ul><li>High pressure; goal oriented; fast paced environment. Able to manage multiple responsibilities with competing deadlines.</li>
</ul>
<p>ENVIRONMENT</p>
<ul><li>Standard office environment</li>
</ul>
<p><b>About the AOF</b></p>
<p>The AOF is the only national 501c3 charitable Osteopathic foundation that supports and invests in the whole profession by recognizing Osteopathic students, residents, fellows, physicians, and faculty across the United States, as well as abroad. For more than seventy-five years, the Foundation has provided thousands of grants, scholarships, and awards to members of the Osteopathic community. Since its inception, the Foundation has been supporting programs and initiatives that align with the mission of advancing Osteopathic tenets and principles.</p>
<p><i>We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.</i></p><br>
<p><br>
<i>American Osteopathic Association is unable to sponsor work visas at this time.</i></p></div><p></p>

AOF Graphic Design and Communications Intern

IQVIA

<div><div><div>Chicago, United States of America | Full time | Home-based | R1533765</div><div><div><b>
Job available in additional locations</b></div></div></div><p></p><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Director of Business Development - IQVIA Health Communications Group</b></h3><div><b>
JOB SUMMARY</b></div><div>
(<i>Agency Equivalent Title = SVP, New Business Development</i>)</div><div>
IQVIA&rsquo;s Health Communications Group unites specialized agencies to provide end‑to‑end communications rooted in science and scaled by creativity and technology. Our teams partner with clients across the product lifecycle&mdash;spanning Medical &amp; Scientific Communications, Promotional Medical Education, Marketing &amp; Advertising, and Medical Affairs.</div><div>
We are currently seeking a Director of Business Development to join our team and contribute to continued growth within this division.</div><div>
The Director, Business Development is relied upon to drive revenue growth through identification, cultivation and closure of business opportunities with new and existing pharmaceutical and biotech accounts, actively manages sales targets and related activities to achieve sales goal.</div><div><b>
RESPONSIBILITIES</b><br>
</div><div><b>The Director will partner closely with leadership to contribute to revenue growth through cultivation and closure of business opportunities with new pharmaceutical and biotech accounts.</b></div><ul><li>
Conduct research and foster networking opportunities to discover new opportunities and penetrate new accounts.</li><li>
Leverage internal resources, client relationships, industry knowledge and investigative resourcefulness to acquire a thorough understanding of client&rsquo;s business environment, objectives and challenges.</li><li>
Establish meaningful, professional relationships with various client stakeholders, influencers and contacts, including gaining understanding of their individual roles, desired outcomes, communication preferences, and personal motivators.</li><li>
Leverage market knowledge and relationships to continuously expand contact base and discover new business opportunities.</li><li>
Develop creative initiatives, prepare and deliver client presentations and proposals in a manner that effectively showcases IQVIA Health Communications capabilities and depth of IQVIA resources to demonstrate the IQVIA value proposition, depth of industry and technology knowledge, and understanding of the client&rsquo;s business and needs.</li>
Develop written contracts and proposals for new clients.<br>
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</li></ul><div><b>Actively manage sales targets and related activities to achieve personal and company sales objectives.</b></div><ul><li>
Prepare a sales plan that established key strategies, activities and supporting metrics to achieve sales objectives.</li><li>
Effectively manage the sales targets, through prospecting, qualification, needs analysis, proposal, close, project management, implementation, and ongoing account management.</li><li>
Track and report on all opportunities, key milestones, and support requirements</li>
Brainstorm ideas for new programs and business development opportunities.<br>
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</li></ul><div><b>Ensure IQVIA Health Communications Group&rsquo;s brand is properly represented and promoted throughout client interactions, communications, and deliverables.</b></div><ul><li>
Contribute to client meetings that clearly differentiate the IQVIA Health Communications Group in the industry.</li><li>
Collaborate with internal project team members to ensure client expectations are being met.</li><li>
Synthesize client feedback for implementation by project team members.</li>
Contribute to enhanced customer service through timeliness and quality of communications and deliverables, including thorough hand-offs to internal project teams.<br>
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</li></ul><div><b>NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES</b></div><ul><li>
Prepare weekly timesheet.</li><li>
Manage and attend relevant internal meetings, as assigned.</li>
Other duties as assigned.<br>
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</li></ul><div><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b></div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree with an emphasis in Marketing, Business, Science or combination of education and/or equivalent industry experience.</li><li>
Minimum requirement of 12 years&rsquo; experience in similar roles, with 4-5 years of sales experience, preferably in an agency, pharmaceutical or biotech environment.</li><li>
3 years of management responsibility or equivalent combination of training &amp; experience is required.</li><li>
Strong communicator both in written and verbal forms with a proven ability to effectively establish and nurture client relationships.</li><li>
Experience with medical or commercial communications or pharmaceutical industry required</li><li>
Proven success prospecting, building a pipeline, moving opportunities through the sales cycle, proposing, presenting and discussing solutions with mid-level executives and other decision makers.</li><li>
Exceptional people management and mentoring experience is required.</li><li>
Strong attention to detail.</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple priorities. Strong organization and time management skills.</li><li>
Ability to leverage internal and external relationships to the benefit of the project, client, and IQVIA.</li><li>
Must be efficient and skilled at using Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, etc.). Experience with project management systems is preferred.
</li><li>Extensive skills with web-conferencing tools such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams and WebEx.</li><li>
An efficient and persuasive speaker and writer who can communicate effectively to a wide range of audiences.</li><li>
Great team player with a strong drive and willingness to take initiative.</li><li>
Curiosity and aptitude for continuous thinking, learning and collaboration</li><li><b>
Available to travel as required (Up to 35% of the time).</b><br>
</li></ul><div><b>Please Note:</b> In order to be eligible for this remote position, you must reside within the country where this position is posted.</div><div>
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com</div><div>
IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe</div><div>
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.</div>
The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $111,200.00 - $309,800.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.</div></div><div></div>

Director, Business Development - IQVIA Health Communications Group

Banner Life Family of Companies

<div><b>Company Description</b><p><br>
L&amp;G's Asset Management business is a major investor across public and private markets worldwide, with $1.533 trillion in AUM.* Our clients include individual savers, pension scheme members and global institutions, who invest alongside L&amp;G&rsquo;s own balance sheet.</p><p>
Our ambition is to be a leading global investor, innovating to solve complex challenges for our clients using the power of L&amp;G. This is rooted in our investment philosophy and processes, which are focused on creating value over the long term.</p><p>
We believe that incorporating financially material sustainability criteria, when relevant to our clients, can generate value and drive positive change.</p><b><br>
Job Description</b><p><br>
The Director, Portfolio Management will focus on investment strategy and portfolio performance for the US Real Estate Equity platform across sectors and clients in addition to having direct asset management and acquisitions responsibilities for specified assets. They will work with both internal and external clients in marketing strategy and product, initial due diligence, onboarding, and client support.</p><p>
The role will support the build-out of the US Real Estate Equity team in execution of the strategic growth plan. Reporting to the Head of Investments and Portfolio Management, the Director, Portfolio Management will support the implementation and execute the growth plan and work alongside various functions including the Acquisition Team, Asset Managers, Operations, Legal, Property Risk, Accounting, Client Portfolio Management, Distribution, and the LGIM RA team in the UK. Highly visible role with both internal and external clients. Additional responsibilities across acquisitions and asset management focusing on portfolio construction, asset allocation, and portfolio performance.</p><ul><li>
Support Head of Portfolio Management in development investment programs, guidelines and monitoring procedures to oversee the existing portfolio, performance and identify new investment opportunities; conduct and research on market trends to inform investment recommendations in line with the UK business but with focus on addressing governance needs in the US</li><li>
Manage multiple stakeholders to implement investment programs and establish timelines for delivery</li><li>
Alongside US Head of Real Estate Equity and Head of Investments and Portfolio Management, develop, maintain, and manage affiliate and JV partner teams</li><li>
Workstream lead and client relationship for internal annuity client, UK and US, strategy approvals (including structuring, credit, tax, legal, operations, reporting)</li><li>
Prepare and respond to external client request for materials during fund marketing, due diligence, RFP, investment period, and throughout fund period</li><li>
Manage and deliver presentation and materials for board meetings, investment committees, risk committees, management/group investment committees, external clients</li><li>
Working alongside Acquisitions team, identify potential allocation of opportunities at pre-screening and support on development and realization of new real estate investment opportunities (including throughout underwriting and due diligence phase)</li><li>
Working alongside Asset Management team, closely monitor asset level performance and drive portfolio level performance</li><li>
Responsibility for portfolio cash management and maintaining cash on cash yield / performance</li><li>
Responsibility for producing hold / sell analysis and producing recommendation materials to required committees and, where needed, to investors entities</li><li>
Work with Client Portfolio Manager, Head of Research, and marketing to produce presentations, market updates</li><li>
Undertake portions of operating model development with US and UK teams to incorporate portfolio management requirements (performance, benchmarking, reporting)</li><li>
As AuM grows, build out the Portfolio Management team</li></ul><br>
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Qualifications</b><p><br>
The candidate must have a strong work ethic, organizational skills and the ability to manage several assignments at one time while interfacing with various groups within the overall the LGIM America platform. Ideal candidates will have the following skills and qualifications:</p><ul><li>
Undergraduate degree required; advanced degree preferred</li><li>
7+ years of hands-on practical experience in industry</li><li>
Strong knowledge and understanding of the commercial real estate market. annuity transactions and real estate debt market</li><li>
Excellent quantitative skills (e.g. cashflow modelling using excel and/or bespoke programs; deep numerical aptitude; strong financial modelling ability and problem-solving skills including ability to identify logical solutions</li><li>
Straight forward communication of investment opportunities to clients and feedback from clients to the investment team</li><li>
Ability to understand and articulate complex portfolio management concepts effectively</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication; familiarity with report writing for a variety of audiences; ability to present confidently to senior stakeholders/ executive teams.</li><li>
Ability to foster effective relationships between colleagues from different backgrounds (development/ investment/ financial / structuring) to bring skill sets together.</li><li>
Organized and able to prioritize, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under time pressure and with accuracy</li><li>
Team player, ability to work independently and proactively to take ownership of tasks, as well as part of a team.</li></ul><br>
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Additional Information</b><p><br>
Salary Range</p><p>
$160,000 - $200,000</p><p>
The starting salary offer will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to the applicant&rsquo;s education, job-related experience, skills, and abilities, geographic location, and market factors. This position is also eligible to participate in the company&rsquo;s annual discretionary bonus plan. Full time employees may be eligible for health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare, Dependent and Limited Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, an employee assistance program, and commuter and transit programs. Additional voluntary programs include: supplemental health benefits including accidental injury, critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance and pet insurance.</p><div></div><p><b>
EOE Statement</b></p><p>
As an EOE employer, L&amp;G Asset Management, America will extend equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, and/or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. (2025)</p></div>

Associate Director of Portfolio Management, US Real Estate Equity, L&G, Asset Management - America

Zurich Insurance

<div><div>Zurich North America is hiring an AVP, Underwriting Manager to join our Excess Casualty Team underwriting team in Zurich&rsquo;s Chicago, IL office. While this position will be based out of a Zurich office, you will have the flexibility to work on a hybrid basis. You will partner with your manager to set a flexible work schedule that supports you, our customers, and our brokers and agents. This role will require you to be visible in the marketplace to meet with our agents and brokers and be in the office/market three days per week.</div><div><br>
As a member of Zurich's Underwriting management team, you will enjoy the opportunity to fully apply and hone your underwriting management and marketing skills. Specifically, you will manage a market facing underwriting unit, and aid in making appropriate underwriting decisions.</div><div></div><div><br>
There will be approximately 25% travel for this position.</div><div><br>
In this role you will be responsible for:</div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
Managing market facing underwriters and underwriting associates who proactively seek renewal and new account opportunities.</li><li>
Identifies new growth opportunities with key distributors for areas of responsibility.</li><li>
Ensure that accounts are qualified, and meet with the organization's appetite, balanced with sound business opportunity.</li><li>
Along with underwriters in areas supervised, make agents/broker/customer and on-sight calls with a planned and well-prepared purpose.</li><li>
Oversee negotiations of Terms &amp; Conditions and closes deals.</li><li>
Ensure cross-sell within areas of responsibility to increase product density with the account.</li><li>
Provide continuous coaching on sales best practices, mentor staff to develop strong broker and client networks as related to industries underwritten by Business Unit.</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Basic Qualifications (AVP Level):</div><br>
<ul><li>
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 7 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area<br>
OR</li><li>
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 14 or more years of experience in the Claims or Underwriting Support area<br>
OR</li><li>
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 5 or more years of experience in the Underwriting or Market Facing area<br>
AND</li><li>
2 or more years of management experience</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Preferred Qualifications:</div><br>
<ul><li>
CPCU</li><li>
Advanced knowledge of Excess Casualty product lines, the commercial insurance industry</li><li>
Strong Broker relationships in the Midwest region</li><li>
Excellent communication skills</li><li>
Excellent skills in relationship building</li><li>
Strong presentation skills</li><li>
Results oriented</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply&mdash;your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The proposed salary range for this position is $167,600.00 - $274,500.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.</p><p></p><p><br>
We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.]</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Why Zurich?</b></p><p>
At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment&mdash;so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500&reg;.</p><p></p><p><br>
Join us for a brighter future&mdash;for yourself and our customers.</p><p></p><p><br>
Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.</p><p></p><p><br>
Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code &sect; 1033.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Please note:</b> Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.</p><p></p><p><br>
Location(s): AM - Chicago<br>
Remote Working: Hybrid<br>
Schedule: Full Time<br>
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
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Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-JJ1 #LI-DIRECTOR #LI-HYBRID</p></div><p></p>

AVP, Underwriting Manager- Excess Casualty

Conagra Brands

<div></div><div><div>Location</div>
 Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
<div>Category</div>
 Marketing
<div>Job Id</div>
 Req-036743
<div>Job Type</div>
 Full time
 <div></div>Office</div>
<br><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>Reporting to the Director, you will conceive and create strategically grounded, compelling packaging designs that strengthen brand equity, elevate shelf impact, and reflect consumer and retail insights. You will partner across brand, marketing, and production teams to develop innovative visual solutions that balance business needs with creative vision, all while fostering collaboration, managing expectations in client and stakeholder discussions, and maintaining a positive, professional presence throughout the design process.</div><p></p><div><b>
A Taste of Your Responsibilities</b></div><ul><li>
Create packaging designs that are strategically driven, culturally relevant, and optimized for shelf impact within the specific retail environment.</li><li>
Develop innovative design solutions grounded in strong problem‑solving approaches that balance creative vision with business objectives.</li><li>
Build brand assets that contribute to clear, scalable brand guidelines and off‑pack applications used internally and externally.</li><li>
Manage multiple high‑priority projects concurrently, delivering polished, high‑quality work under tight deadlines while sustaining collaboration and team morale.</li><li>
Lead client and stakeholder meetings with confidence, navigating unexpected changes, gathering relevant feedback, and building consensus around design decisions.</li><li>
Maintain positive, professional communication across all levels, strengthening cross‑functional relationships.</li><li>
Work hands‑on with production partners to ensure design integrity from concept through execution.</li><li><div>
Collaborate with creative director, marketing, and cross‑functional partners to achieve objectives and ensure alignment throughout the design process.</div></li><li>
Demonstrate strong listening skills and incorporate diverse perspectives to achieve the best possible outcomes.</li><li>
Use AI‑driven tools and techniques appropriately to enhance original concepts and deliver packaging that resonates with target audiences and meets business goals.</li></ul><p></p><div><b>
Ingredients Required for Your Success</b></div><ul><li><div>
Bachelors degree required.</div></li><li><div>
7+ years of experience in consumer packaged goods (CPG) brand and packaging design.</div></li><li>
Portfolio demonstrating creative problem solving and development of broad visual identity systems.</li><li>
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop.</li><li>
Understanding of packaging die lines, print processes, and production requirements.</li><li>
Strong time‑management skills and experience working within structured timelines across multiple projects.</li><li>
Meticulous attention to detail with strong organizational discipline.</li><li><div>
Willingness to openly receive and incorporate constructive feedback.</div></li><li>
Self‑motivated mindset with comfort working independently and collaboratively.</li></ul><p></p><div><div>
Number of Days in Office: 3</div><p></p><div>
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#LI-PM1</div></div><p></p><p><b>
Compensation</b></p>
Pay Range:$107,000-$156,000<p></p><p><i>
The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee&rsquo;s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees&rsquo; equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.</i></p><p></p><p><b>
Our Benefits</b></p><p></p><p>
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:</p><ul><li><p>
Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement</p></li><li><p>
Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan</p></li><li><p>
Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement</p></li><li><p>
Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Our Company</b></p><p></p><p>
At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions &ndash; within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye&reg;, Slim Jim&reg; and Reddi-Wip&reg;.</p><p></p><p>
Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.</p><p></p><p>
Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

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