Director of Field and Events Marketing, Later

$190-205k

OTE

Expert level
Chicago
Later

Social media marketing scheduling platform

Job no longer available

Later

Social media marketing scheduling platform

1001+ employees

B2BMarketingContentSaaSSocial Media

Job no longer available

$190-205k

OTE

Expert level
Chicago

1001+ employees

B2BMarketingContentSaaSSocial Media

Company mission

To build the world’s first Social Revenue Platform.

Role

Who you are

  • 10+ years of progressive B2B marketing experience with at least 5 years specializing in field marketing leadership
  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or related field
  • Proven track record developing and leading field marketing strategies that drive significant pipeline and revenue
  • Experience building and leading high-performing marketing teams, including hiring, developing, and mentoring staff
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to connect field marketing initiatives to broader business objectives
  • Demonstrated success managing seven-figure marketing budgets with strong ROI accountability
  • Experience marketing to enterprise B2C brands and agencies, preferably in SaaS, MarTech, or related industries
  • Executive presence and exceptional communication skills, with ability to influence senior leadership
  • Deep understanding of enterprise sales cycles, ABM strategies, and integrated marketing approaches
  • You’re proactive and results-driven, always taking initiative, aligning your actions with company goals, and delivering consistent outcomes
  • Strategic and forward-thinking, you balance immediate needs with long-term opportunities to drive impactful, innovative results
  • Your curiosity fuels success, keeping you sharp on industry trends, competition, and our cross-functional business dynamics
  • Adaptable and resourceful, you handle shifting priorities with ease, manage your time effectively, and know when to ask for support
  • You share insights to help the team stay ahead and make informed decisions
  • You bring positivity and resilience to every challenge, tackling obstacles with grit and optimism that inspires those around you
  • You lead with emotional intelligence, building trust, supporting others, encouraging growth, and fostering strong relationships through empathy and collaboration

Desirable

  • Experience in the social media, content marketing, or influencer marketing space
  • Background developing thought leadership and executive engagement programs
  • Experience with marketing technologies including CRM, MAP, event tech, and analytics platforms
  • International field marketing experience across multiple regions
  • Track record of successful marketing innovation and creative problem-solving
  • Advanced degree or professional certifications in marketing or events management

What the job involves

  • As Director of Field & Events Marketing at Later, you'll lead the strategic vision and execution of our global field marketing initiatives to elevate Later's position in the enterprise social media and influencer marketing space
  • Leading a growing field and events team, you'll develop comprehensive programs and high-impact experiences that engage C-suite and senior marketing decision-makers at B2C brands ($50M-$500M+ revenue) and agencies
  • This pivotal leadership role will define how Later's brand comes to life through strategic field programs, industry events, executive engagement, and owned experiences—directly driving brand reputation, market positioning, and significant pipeline contribution
  • Reporting to the VP of Corporate Marketing, you'll serve as a key marketing leader shaping Later's go-to-market strategy and customer experience across all touchpoints
  • Strategic Leadership:
  • Define and execute Later's comprehensive North American field marketing strategy and annual roadmap
  • Develop strategic approaches to penetrate key markets and verticals aligned with corporate objectives
  • Establish metrics frameworks that tie field marketing initiatives to pipeline, revenue, and customer engagement
  • Own strategic planning and resource allocation for maximum market impact and ROI
  • Translate business objectives into innovative field marketing programs that differentiate Later in the market
  • Program Development & Innovation:
  • Design signature event programs and experiences that establish Later as a thought leader
  • Create executive engagement programs targeting CMOs and senior marketing leaders
  • Develop a portfolio of field marketing programs across different formats, channels, and buyer journey stages
  • Innovate new approaches to field marketing that blend digital, experiential, and in-person engagement
  • Establish Later's presence at tier-one industry events with strategic sponsorships and brand activations
  • Team Leadership & Development:
  • Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing field and events marketing team
  • Set clear expectations, provide coaching, and create growth opportunities for team members
  • Establish team structure, roles, and responsibilities to scale field marketing operations
  • Cultivate a culture of excellence, creativity, and continuous improvement within the team
  • Collaborate with executive leadership to align field marketing with company-wide initiatives
  • Budget & Resource Management:
  • Develop and manage multi-regional, seven-figure field marketing budgets
  • Allocate resources strategically across programs, regions, and initiatives
  • Establish vendor and agency partnerships to extend team capabilities
  • Implement processes for efficient budget tracking, forecasting, and optimization
  • Drive maximum business impact from field marketing investments
  • Cross-Functional Alignment:
  • Partner with Sales leadership to ensure field marketing programs support revenue objectives
  • Collaborate with Product Marketing on messaging, positioning, and product launch strategies
  • Work with Demand Generation to create integrated campaigns that maximize field marketing impact
  • Align with Customer Marketing on retention and expansion strategies through field programs
  • Serve as a key strategic partner to the broader marketing leadership team
  • Measurement & Optimization:
  • Establish sophisticated attribution models for field marketing's contribution to pipeline and revenue
  • Implement robust analytics frameworks to measure program effectiveness and ROI
  • Use data-driven insights to continuously optimize program performance
  • Deliver regular reporting and analysis to executive leadership
  • Translate performance metrics into strategic recommendations for future investments

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Insights

Led by a woman

6% employee growth in 12 months

Company

Company benefits

  • Flexible Paid Time Off
  • Hybrid Work Environment
  • Competitive Healthcare Benefits
  • Stock Options
  • Learning & Development Opportunities

Funding (last 2 of 3 rounds)

Jan 2015

$1.2m

SEED

Dec 2014

$1.3m

SEED

Total funding: $3.8m

Our take

Platforms like Instagram, Pinterest, and TikTok have become indispensable for businesses of all sizes, shaping their marketing strategies and driving success. Later specializes in assisting customers in navigating these channels. Offering a visually oriented suite of tools, the marketing platform enables marketing managers to schedule, analyze, and track sales from their content effectively.

Focusing on small businesses, Later is doubling down on its strategy, aiming to provide additional products tailored for marketers at these enterprises while expanding its geographic reach. This expansion of product capabilities not only caters to the evolving needs of small businesses but also helps Later mitigate platform risk from social media companies mimicking its services. Partnerships with platforms like TikTok and Instagram, featuring post scheduling, analytics, and conversation tools, showcase Later's commitment to innovation and staying ahead in the competitive landscape.

In a significant development, Later recently merged with Mavrck to become one single brand under the name Later. The unified entity brings together its flagship products to drive traffic and revenue from platforms like Instagram and TikTok. This move aims to enhance user experience, drive engagement, and allow brands and creatives to achieve their social marketing and revenue goals effectively.

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