Marketing Director

CNA Insurance; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

CNA Insurance is seeking a senior marketing leader to drive integrated strategies that support business objectives and growth. You will partner with senior leaders, translate market insights into actionable plans, and lead cross-functional teams to advance brand visibility and engagement.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple complex initiatives in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business or related field.
• Typically 10+ years of progressively responsible marketing experience.
• Experience developing and executing strategic marketing programs that support growth.
• Experience partnering with senior leaders on enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Leadership experience coaching and motivating high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of integrated marketing strategies.
• Advise business leaders on opportunities, engagement, market trends and go-to-market strategies.
• Translate priorities into marketing plans to drive awareness and business results.
• Partner with stakeholders to identify opportunities and support growth.
• Plan and execute complex marketing initiatives to advance priorities and strengthen brand visibility.
• Establish performance measures and optimize marketing investments.
• Build alignment across stakeholders and drive cross-functional execution.

Skills

Integrated marketing

Brand strategy

Customer engagement

Go-to-market planning

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business or related field

Job description

You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Leads the development and execution of integrated marketing strategies that support business objectives, growth priorities and market positioning.
• Serves as a trusted advisor to business leaders, providing strategic counsel on marketing opportunities, customer engagement, market trends and go-to-market strategies.
• Translates business priorities and market insights into marketing plans that drive awareness, engagement and business results.
• Partners with business, distribution and marketing stakeholders to identify opportunities, address challenges and develop solutions that support profitable growth.
• Leads the planning and execution of complex marketing initiatives, campaigns and programs that advance strategic priorities and strengthen brand visibility.
• Leverages insights to inform strategy, uncover opportunities and enhance marketing effectiveness.
• Establishes performance measures and evaluates program effectiveness, using data and insights to optimize marketing investments and improve outcomes.
• Builds alignment across stakeholders and leads cross‑functional teams to drive execution and deliver results in a complex environment.
• Contributes to the evolution of enterprise marketing strategy, helping ensure investments, resources and programs support long‑term business objectives.

Reporting Relationship

• Typically AVP or above

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Commercial insurance industry experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic marketing initiatives that support business objectives and drive measurable results.
• Strong understanding of integrated marketing, brand strategy, customer engagement and go-to-market planning.
• Proven ability to influence and build credibility with senior leaders and stakeholders across the organization.
• Exceptional communication, presentation and relationship‑management skills.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities, with the ability to translate data and insights into actionable recommendations.
• Ability to lead multiple complex initiatives simultaneously while balancing competing priorities.
• Experience building alignment across stakeholder groups.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of how marketing contributes to growth, customer engagement and organizational success.

Education & Experience

• Commercial insurance industry experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Typically a minimum of ten years of progressively responsible marketing experience.
• Experience developing and executing strategic marketing programs that support business growth and market positioning.
• Experience partnering with senior leaders and managing complex, enterprise‑wide initiatives.
• Leadership experience, including coaching, developing and motivating high‑performing teams, preferred.

In certain jurisdictions, CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. In District of Columbia, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York and Washington, the national base pay range for this job level is $97,000 to $189,000 annually. Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees – and their family members – achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals. For a detailed look at CNA's benefits, please visit cnabenefits.com. CNA utilizes AI‑enabled technology during the recruiting process. For more information, please visit our careers page. CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail]