Managing Director, Growth
Brooklyn, NYWork & Co (work.co) solves complex problems through design and technology — and is known for launching award-winning digital products and experiences. With a team of nearly 500 and offices in the United States, Europe and Latin America, we’ve become the go-to partner for IKEA, Google, Apple, Mercedes, Gatorade, and more. As Fast Company noted, our engineering and design teams are routinely entrusted with creating digital products for companies which rarely approach outside firms. Forrester Research calls our approach “a model to follow.”
We are currently in search of a Managing Director of Growth to join our team. This position is based in North America, and our new MD will collaborate closely with our global team, with a focus on identifying and pursuing opportunities in the North American region.
What You Will Do
The Managing Director of Growth will work closely with the senior leadership team to develop and implement strategies that support the long-term growth and success of the company. Given the company’s strong market reputation, portfolio of clients, and track record for launching successful core digital products, this individual has a unique opportunity to strategize and drive further growth of the organization through outbound sales efforts. This person will build net new relationships with enterprise organizations, and identify and pursuing opportunities that take advantage of our end-to-end capabilities, including our cutting-edge technology. They will be able to work effectively across teams and departments and will have the vision and drive necessary to help take our organization to the next level.
General responsibilities:
- Provide actionable insight into companies identified in Work & Co’s target client/prospect list(s)
- Leverage your existing network to introduce Work & Co to companies that are not included in Work & Co’s target client/prospect list(s) but have been identified as similar or lateral to those identified in the target list (based on current strategy, key areas of focus, and/or past experience and existing case studies)
- Share key insights into high-quality product, design, and development talent that can be potentially recruited, and possible introductions
- Manage pitches and proposals from start-to-finish, including the development of pitch strategies together with our alongside product management, strategy, design and engineering teams
- Collaborate across internal cross-functional teams to create business development and marketing materials including pitch documents, presentation decks, case studies and website updates. You’ll work most closely with company leadership as well as our growth and marketing team
- Advise Work & Co. on effective go-to-market strategies including (but not limited to) key conferences (for attendance and participation), key target publications, and additional specific in-market methods to build overall brand awareness
- Research new business prospects to qualify opportunities and uncover valuable client insights to drive our approach. You’ll need to be able to quickly and effectively create reports on client prospects
- Manage our technology case studies and maintain our business development database to ensure we have an accurate picture for our CRM efforts
We Are Looking For
- Minimum 10 years’ experience originating and capturing complex deals in the technology space, preferably in value greater than $3M.
- Experienced leader with tech/enterprise focus.
- Must compliment our current team which is strong on selling design/UX products.
- Digital Agency experience and an MBA would be great additions!
- Ability to interface and negotiate with senior client executives.
- Self-starter: Someone who thrives in a deadline-oriented environment and is highly organized. You have the ability to manage multiple tasks with ease, strategically prioritize them, and analyze opportunities to make recommendations on approaches.
- Demonstrated self-starter comfortable trying new things, quick to learn new skills and able to proactively identify new opportunities.
- Proven ability to identify trends, patterns and insights from data, and then devise ways to turn insight into action.
- Be able to articulate our approach, strategically define our POV, and work collaboratively with the team to bring it to life.
- Well-versed in technology. Since we are a digital product company, you have to understand what we do to be successful.
- A passion for digital products, design and technology. Familiarity with digital sales tools and technologies such as Keynote, G Suite and Salesforce.
- Strong communicator. Offers both strong, clear writing as well as impressive presentation skills.
The starting base pay for the Managing Director, Growth role is between $200,000 and $250,000 plus commission. The actual annual salary is dependent upon many factors, such as: experience, knowledge, skills, and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Along with competitive pay, full-time employees are eligible for full benefits.
Benefits
20 days paid time off
We are also closed from December 25th to January 1st.
Unlimited sick days
We want people to be healthy. Stay home when you need to.
100% health, dental, and vision coverage
We pay the monthly premiums for all employees and cover 70% for spouses, partners, and dependents.
3% non-elective 401k match
We contribute to your retirement account even if you choose not to.
Paid parental leave
Primary caregivers receive 18 weeks paid time off following a birth or adoption. Secondary caregivers receive 6 weeks. Upon returning to work, all new parents are eligible for a flexible 4-day week for up to 3 months at 80% pay. If you need to take more time, we will hold your job for 6 months.
15 days backup childcare or elder care
We work with Bright Horizons to offer extra coverage.
Pre-tax commuter benefits and FSA
We let everyone set aside a portion of each paycheck before taxes to pay for public transportation, select ridesharing apps, parking, medical expenses, childcare expenses, and elder care expenses.
Coaching for college savings and student loans
We offer 1-on-1 counseling sessions with a financial coach who can help you save for college or pay back student loans.
2pm Summer Fridays
We close early on Fridays between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
About Work & Co
Work & Co (work.co) defines and launches the world's most successful digital products and services. With offices in the United States, Brazil and Europe, we've become the go-to partner for IKEA, Google, Apple, Epic Games, Mailchimp, Aesop, Etsy and many other globally respected companies. As Fast Company noted, our engineering and design teams are routinely entrusted with creating digital products for companies which rarely approach outside firms. Forrester Research calls our approach "a model to follow."
At Work & Co, we believe diversity is essential to creating the best digital products. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, citizenship, national origin of employees, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.