Location: Malvern,PA, USA
In this role you will lead a team of creative writers and designers, developing a diverse range of creative solutions that will set Vanguard apart and drive action. We're looking for an experienced leader, someone that can inspire others and take our creative to a new level. The ideal candidate will be someone who loves to write but also has a natural eye for data visualization and can guide our teams to develop conceptual marketing that will drive results up and down the marketing funnel. this role you willFoster a highly collaborative and creative environment.Hire, evaluate, and supervise crew. Provide guidance and training as necessary to develop crew. Set performance standards, review performance, and make informed compensation decisions in accordance with all applicable Human Resources policies and procedures.Help establish quality standard. Work closely with the Creative Director to inspire, recognize and nurture bold and effective creative ideas.Bring a mix of marketing expertise and business understanding to the position, promoting our company and that of our valued clients.Manage a team of designers and writers to create user-centric, on-brand creative solutions that meet business and user goals.Partner with teams across the enterprise in defining and communicating the creative direction.Expertly present creative concepts to senior management, project teams, partners, and stakeholders. Ensure the success of the strategy and the ability to champion the best possible work.Develop and leverage a professional network across the enterprise to foster collaboration within the department to support department-wide initiatives, and to improve the ability of the department in resolving issues.Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.What it takesMinimum five years related work experience in agency or in-house agency environment.Oversight of both writers and designers.Minimum three years of hands-on leadership and people management.Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and creative experience in financial services or other technical field. Graduate degree preferred.This role is part of our hybrid work model with Tuesdays – Thursdays required in our offices to foster collaboration and relationships. On Mondays and Fridays, our crew will have the option to work remotely, or continue working from our offices in Malvern PA.Special FactorsSponsorshipVanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.About VanguardAt Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusionVanguard's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is central to our ability to deliver on our mission. We aspire to create a work environment that is inclusive, equitable, and diverse—one that enables our employees, whom we call crew, to thrive and bring their best selves to work every day on behalf of our clients.Cultivating DEI lifts our entire organization, and everyone shares accountability for our progress—from our senior leaders who lay the foundation and set the example for inclusive behaviors to crew who are growing in their personal DEI learning experiences.Together, we're on a mission. We are fueled by the value of diverse voices and connected through friendships and a culture of care—for our clients, our communities, and each other.Vanguard's DEI journey has no finish line. Our commitment is enduring, and we remain focused on the path ahead. To learn more about Vanguard goals and progress toward DEI, download our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Report ( .How We WorkVanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.