Fractional Director of Marketing
Job Description
Job Summary
The Fractional Director of Marketing is a part‑time, exempt employee of Taylor Oswald who works approximately 22-30 hours per month and plays a critical role in advancing the organization's marketing strategy. This position partners closely with Taylor Oswald's external marketing firm, providing strategic direction, hands‑on execution, content development, digital marketing oversight, and coordination with Oswald Companies.
This role is designed for a highly efficient marketing leader capable of operating with independence, prioritizing high‑impact work, and driving measurable results within a defined monthly hour structure.
A Day in the Life
- Lead content creation, including blogs, newsletters, LinkedIn posts, and case studies.
- Update the Taylor Oswald website and oversee digital analytics and light SEO.
- Manage marketing operations including vendor coordination (designers, photographers, videographers, and promo suppliers).
- Work collaboratively with the external marketing firm to align efforts, share assets, and support integrated campaigns.
- Coordinate with the Team, or through system access, to deploy client email communications.
- Engage with Oswald shared services to leverage webinars, newsletters, and marketing assets.
- Support execution of annual strategic initiatives, including the special event campaigns, direct mail blitzes, award submissions, regional campaigns, and LinkedIn AI exploration.
- Produce quarterly reporting on marketing efforts, results, and strategic recommendations.
- All other duties as assigned.
What You'll Need
- Demonstrated experience as a Marketing Director, Marketing Manager, or senior-level marketer.
- Strong writing skills, including thought leadership, newsletters, and campaign content.
- Competence in digital marketing: website updates, analytics, and SEO.
- Ability to manage vendors, partners, and cross-functional relationships.
- Strong project management, prioritization, and ability to work independently.
- Comfort navigating shared platforms (CRM, SharePoint) and collaborating with internal/external teams.
- Experience in B2B, insurance, financial services, or professional services preferred.
Who You Are
- Efficient, organized, and able to make strategic decisions with limited hours.
- Self-directed and comfortable balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution.
- Collaborative and able to work seamlessly with the external marketing firm and Oswald teams.
- Detail-oriented, quality-focused, and reliable in meeting deadlines.
- Strong communicator and proactive problem-solver.
- Curious, resourceful, and skilled at leveraging existing content and systems.
Travel Expectations
Light Travel (0–10%)
- Occasional local travel to events, meetings, or content capture as needed.
- Majority of work may be performed remotely.
Physical and Environmental Demands
Physical Requirements: Primarily sedentary work involving computer use. Occasional standing, walking, or lifting up to 10 pounds.
Manual Dexterity & Vision: Sufficient for digital work, document review, and computer use.
Work Environment: Standard remote or office environment with typical noise and climate control.
Work Schedule & Hours
This is a part‑time exempt position with a defined schedule of 22-30 hours per month.
- Hours are flexible based on project needs and approvals.
- Occasional deadlines or events may require work outside traditional business hours.
- No overtime is paid for exempt roles.
Compensation
This part‑time exempt role is compensated at up to $75/hour commensurate with experience, aligned with the expected monthly hours and responsibilities.
About the Company
Taylor Oswald, a forward-thinking firm and partner organization of Oswald Companies, serves clients with a global view of risk in the areas of property & casualty, employee benefits and health management, personal insurance management, retirement plan services and life insurance.Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Taylor Oswald was established through a partnership betweenEddie Taylor, Jr. and Oswald Companies. Mr. Taylor serves as President of Taylor Oswald and is aseasoned veteran in the industry with extensive experience in workers’ compensation and insurance.At Taylor Oswald, our central focus is to ensure we perform beyond what is expected so that our clients,our employees and partners benefit from the very best in service and commitment.We offer a holistic partnership approach, value-added services and consulting in the specialized areas of:Middle-Market & Global CorporationsEducation (Charter Schools, Private/Public, Higher Education and more)Non-profit organizationsConstruction IndustryGovernment/MunicipalitiesMinority-Owned BusinessSupplier Diversity& much moreIt is this breadth of resources and comprehensive approach that makes Taylor Oswald a true partner in protecting and strengthening all aspects of your organization.Visit www.tayloroswald.com for more information.
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