A leading B2B marketing agency is seeking a Managing Director, Performance in Ottawa, Ontario. This executive role involves overseeing a significant business unit with management over $27 million in revenue. The successful candidate will spearhead the vision and strategy while ensuring exceptional service outcomes and fostering a high-performance team. Key requirements include extensive B2B marketing experience, agency management, and a commitment to client satisfaction. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package provided. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Directive is the global leader in B2B marketing. We are the tech-enabled B2B marketing agency that delivers real revenue—not just leads, across the largest brands in B2B.
The Managing Director, Performance will be the head of our largest business unit with $27m+ under management.
You will own the vision, strategy, and financial performance of the division, ensuring exceptional client outcomes while driving operational excellence and team development.
This is an executive position which will directly report into the CEO, me.
As CEO, I want your largest source of pride to be the quality of your team's work and the outcomes you accomplish for our clients.
I care about client outcomes above all else.
This role is ideal for a strategic operator and growth leader who thrives in high-performance environments and is passionate about building teams, scaling services, and driving measurable marketing results for mid-market and enterprise B2B brands.
Numbers
$27m-35m P&L5-6 Direct Reports, VP-level service line leaders100% client goal attainment100% NRR, monthly65%+ Gross Profit Margins
Top Opportunities
Integration of hourly resourcing via pricing desk + resourcing deskClient retention and expansionBalance of margin + cultureIntegration of our exceptional tech platform, Stratos
Management Style
Extreme ownershipBias for actionGrowth oriented - the team's growth, the client's growth, the team’s growthComplete transparencyProactive, deep communication
Hard Requirements
5-10+ yrs of experience managing agency operations with VP level direct reportsTrue depth of B2B marketing expertiseHardest working, smartest, most honest person in every organization you have servedMonthly travel (1-2x @ 48 hr trips) across clients, events, and direct reports
What We Offer
Compensation for this role includes a competitive base salary + strong bonus package???? Medical, dental, vision plans, disability, and life insurance coverage for you and your family that fit your lifestyleIncluding a 100% employer-paid plan for you and a 50% employer contribution for your dependents (US, CAD, MX)Benefits to Support the Whole Person:???? Mental - Access to certified therapists through Spring Health, membership to Headspace???? Physical - Physical therapy through Omada, thousands of Aaptiv virtual workouts, complimentary One Medical membership for primary and virtual care???? Time Off - Unlimited PTO (2-week minimum), Paid Company Holidays, Your Birthday Off, End of Year Recharge (Closed December 24 - January 1), Paid Parental Leave???? Financial - Traditional and Roth 401(k) with a 3% company match???? Bonus - Annual bonus based on tenure, which scales in total amount over time???? Annual Company-wide Retreat
Work Environment Requirements
As a remote-first company, you’ll have the ability to work from your home office. For some positions, as posted, we will accommodate global opportunities where we have established businesses, including Canada, Mexico, and the UK. For global locations, you must have established and current work authorization and permanently reside in that country.
This role has the opportunity to operate 100% virtually from your home office. We primarily collaborate with our colleagues through virtual meetings (Zoom), and Slack. In this role, you will be required to operate a laptop computer (PC or Mac available), computer software platforms, and other office productivity tools as necessary. Due to the nature of this role, you must be able
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A leading B2B marketing agency is seeking a Managing Director, Performance to lead their largest business unit with financial management of over $27 million. This executive role focuses on client outcomes, team development, and operational excellence, with a strong emphasis on B2B marketing expertise. Ideal candidates will have 5-10+ years in agency operations and a commitment to driving measurable results. It offers competitive salary and benefits while maintaining a remote-first work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Directive is the global leader in B2B marketing. We are the tech-enabled B2B marketing agency that delivers real revenue—not just leads, across the largest brands in B2B. The Managing Director, Performance will be the head of our largest business unit with $27m+ under management. You will own the vision, strategy, and financial performance of the division, ensuring exceptional client outcomes while driving operational excellence and team development. This is an executive position which will directly report into the CEO, me. As CEO, I want your largest source of pride to be the quality of your team's work and the outcomes you accomplish for our clients. I care about client outcomes above all else. This role is ideal for a strategic operator and growth leader who thrives in high-performance environments and is passionate about building teams, scaling services, and driving measurable marketing results for mid-market and enterprise B2B brands. Numbers $27m-35m P&L 5-6 Direct Reports, VP-level service line leaders 100% client goal attainment 100% NRR, monthly 65%+ Gross Profit Margins Top Opportunities Integration of hourly resourcing via pricing desk + resourcing desk Client retention and expansion Balance of margin + culture Integration of our exceptional tech platform, Stratos Management Style Extreme ownership Bias for action Growth oriented - the team's growth, the client's growth, the team’s growth Complete transparency Proactive, deep communication Hard Requirements 5-10+ yrs of experience managing agency operations with VP level direct reports True depth of B2B marketing expertise Hardest working, smartest, most honest person in every organization you have served Monthly travel (1-2x @ 48 hr trips) across clients, events, and direct reports What We Offer Compensation for this role includes a competitive base salary + strong bonus package Medical, dental, vision plans, disability, and life insurance coverage for you and your family that fit your lifestyle Including a 100% employer-paid plan for you and a 50% employer contribution for your dependents (US, CAD, MX) Benefits to Support the Whole Person: ???? Mental - Access to certified therapists through Spring Health, membership to Headspace ???? Physical - Physical therapy through Omada, thousands of Aaptiv virtual workouts, complimentary One Medical membership for primary and virtual care ???? Time Off - Unlimited PTO (2-week minimum), Paid Company Holidays, Your Birthday Off, End of Year Recharge (Closed December 24 - January 1), Paid Parental Leave ???? Financial - Traditional and Roth 401(k) with a 3% company match ???? Bonus - Annual bonus based on tenure, which scales in total amount over time ???? Annual Company-wide Retreat Work Environment Requirements As a remote-first company, you’ll have the ability to work from your home office. For some positions, as posted, we will accommodate global opportunities where we have established businesses, including Canada, Mexico, and the UK. For global locations, you must have established and current work authorization and permanently reside in that country. This role has the opportunity to operate 100% virtually from your home office. We primarily collaborate with our colleagues through virtual meetings (Zoom), and Slack. In this role, you will be required to operate a laptop computer (PC or Mac available), computer software platforms, and other office productivity tools as necessary. Due to the nature of this role, you must be able #J-18808-Ljbffr
Directive is the global leader in B2B marketing. We are the tech-enabled B2B marketing agency that delivers real revenue—not just leads, across the largest brands in B2B. The Managing Director, Performance will be the head of our largest business unit with $27m+ under management. You will own the vision, strategy, and financial performance of the division, ensuring exceptional client outcomes while driving operational excellence and team development. This is an executive position which will directly report into the CEO, me. As CEO, I want your largest source of pride to be the quality of your team's work and the outcomes you accomplish for our clients. I care about client outcomes above all else. This role is ideal for a strategic operator and growth leader who thrives in high-performance environments and is passionate about building teams, scaling services, and driving measurable marketing results for mid-market and enterprise B2B brands. Numbers $27m-35m P&L 5-6 Direct Reports, VP-level service line leaders 100% client goal attainment 100% NRR, monthly 65%+ Gross Profit Margins Top Opportunities Integration of hourly resourcing via pricing desk + resourcing desk Client retention and expansion Balance of margin + culture Integration of our exceptional tech platform, Stratos Management Style Extreme ownership Bias for action Growth oriented - the team's growth, the client's growth, the team’s growth Complete transparency Proactive, deep communication Hard Requirements 5-10+ yrs of experience managing agency operations with VP level direct reports True depth of B2B marketing expertise Hardest working, smartest, most honest person in every organization you have served Monthly travel (1-2x @ 48 hr trips) across clients, events, and direct reports What We Offer Compensation for this role includes a competitive base salary + strong bonus package Medical, dental, vision plans, disability, and life insurance coverage for you and your family that fit your lifestyle Including a 100% employer-paid plan for you and a 50% employer contribution for your dependents (US, CAD, MX) Benefits to Support the Whole Person: ???? Mental - Access to certified therapists through Spring Health, membership to Headspace ???? Physical - Physical therapy through Omada, thousands of Aaptiv virtual workouts, complimentary One Medical membership for primary and virtual care ???? Time Off - Unlimited PTO (2-week minimum), Paid Company Holidays, Your Birthday Off, End of Year Recharge (Closed December 24 - January 1), Paid Parental Leave ???? Financial - Traditional and Roth 401(k) with a 3% company match ???? Bonus - Annual bonus based on tenure, which scales in total amount over time ???? Annual Company-wide Retreat Work Environment Requirements As a remote-first company, you’ll have the ability to work from your home office. For some positions, as posted, we will accommodate global opportunities where we have established businesses, including Canada, Mexico, and the UK. For global locations, you must have established and current work authorization and permanently reside in that country. This role has the opportunity to operate 100% virtually from your home office. We primarily collaborate with our colleagues through virtual meetings (Zoom), and Slack. In this role, you will be required to operate a laptop computer (PC or Mac available), computer software platforms, and other office productivity tools as necessary. Due to the nature of this role, you must be able #J-18808-Ljbffr
Directive is the global leader in B2B marketing. We are the tech-enabled B2B marketing agency that delivers real revenue—not just leads, across the largest brands in B2B. The Managing Director, Performance will be the head of our largest business unit with $27m+ under management. You will own the vision, strategy, and financial performance of the division, ensuring exceptional client outcomes while driving operational excellence and team development. This is an executive position which will directly report into the CEO, me. As CEO, I want your largest source of pride to be the quality of your team's work and the outcomes you accomplish for our clients. I care about client outcomes above all else. This role is ideal for a strategic operator and growth leader who thrives in high-performance environments and is passionate about building teams, scaling services, and driving measurable marketing results for mid-market and enterprise B2B brands. Numbers $27m-35m P&L 5-6 Direct Reports, VP-level service line leaders 100% client goal attainment 100% NRR, monthly 65%+ Gross Profit Margins Top Opportunities Integration of hourly resourcing via pricing desk + resourcing desk Client retention and expansion Balance of margin + culture Integration of our exceptional tech platform, Stratos Management Style Extreme ownership Bias for action Growth oriented - the team's growth, the client's growth, the team’s growth Complete transparency Proactive, deep communication Hard Requirements 5-10+ yrs of experience managing agency operations with VP level direct reports True depth of B2B marketing expertise Hardest working, smartest, most honest person in every organization you have served Monthly travel (1-2x @ 48 hr trips) across clients, events, and direct reports What We Offer Compensation for this role includes a competitive base salary + strong bonus package Medical, dental, vision plans, disability, and life insurance coverage for you and your family that fit your lifestyle Including a 100% employer-paid plan for you and a 50% employer contribution for your dependents (US, CAD, MX) Benefits to Support the Whole Person: ???? Mental - Access to certified therapists through Spring Health, membership to Headspace ???? Physical - Physical therapy through Omada, thousands of Aaptiv virtual workouts, complimentary One Medical membership for primary and virtual care ???? Time Off - Unlimited PTO (2-week minimum), Paid Company Holidays, Your Birthday Off, End of Year Recharge (Closed December 24 - January 1), Paid Parental Leave ???? Financial - Traditional and Roth 401(k) with a 3% company match ???? Bonus - Annual bonus based on tenure, which scales in total amount over time ???? Annual Company-wide Retreat Work Environment Requirements As a remote-first company, you’ll have the ability to work from your home office. For some positions, as posted, we will accommodate global opportunities where we have established businesses, including Canada, Mexico, and the UK. For global locations, you must have established and current work authorization and permanently reside in that country. This role has the opportunity to operate 100% virtually from your home office. We primarily collaborate with our colleagues through virtual meetings (Zoom), and Slack. In this role, you will be required to operate a laptop computer (PC or Mac available), computer software platforms, and other office productivity tools as necessary. Due to the nature of this role, you must be able #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading B2B marketing agency is seeking a Managing Director of Performance to oversee a $27 million division. This executive role emphasizes exceptional client outcomes, team development, and strategic growth within performance marketing. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience in managing agency operations and demonstrate strong B2B marketing expertise. The position allows for remote work, fostering deep collaboration via virtual tools and supporting a flexible work-life balance. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading B2B marketing agency seeks a Managing Director, Performance to lead its largest business unit. You will be responsible for the strategy and financial performance while ensuring exceptional outcomes for clients. Ideal candidates are strategic operators with deep B2B marketing expertise, ready to drive growth and team development. This remote-first role offers competitive compensation and extensive benefits, including mental health support and unlimited PTO. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Directive is the global leader in B2B marketing. We are the tech-enabled B2B marketing agency that delivers real revenue—not just leads, across the largest brands in B2B.
The Managing Director, Performance will be the head of our largest business unit with $27m+ under management.
You will own the vision, strategy, and financial performance of the division, ensuring exceptional client outcomes while driving operational excellence and team development.
This is an executive position which will directly report into the CEO, me.
As CEO, I want your largest source of pride to be the quality of your team's work and the outcomes you accomplish for our clients.
I care about client outcomes above all else.
This role is ideal for a strategic operator and growth leader who thrives in high-performance environments and is passionate about building teams, scaling services, and driving measurable marketing results for mid-market and enterprise B2B brands.
Numbers
$27m-35m P&L
5-6 Direct Reports, VP-level service line leaders
100% client goal attainment
100% NRR, monthly
65%+ Gross Profit Margins
Top Opportunities
Integration of hourly resourcing via pricing desk + resourcing desk
Client retention and expansion
Balance of margin + culture
Integration of our exceptional tech platform, Stratos
Management Style
Extreme ownership
Bias for action
Growth oriented - the team's growth, the client's growth, the team’s growth
Complete transparency
Proactive, deep communication
Hard Requirements
5-10+ yrs of experience managing agency operations with VP level direct reports
True depth of B2B marketing expertise
Hardest working, smartest, most honest person in every organization you have served
Monthly travel (1-2x @ 48 hr trips) across clients, events, and direct reports
What We Offer
Compensation for this role includes a competitive base salary + strong bonus package
Medical, dental, vision plans, disability, and life insurance coverage for you and your family that fit your lifestyle
Including a 100% employer-paid plan for you and a 50% employer contribution for your dependents (US, CAD, MX)
Benefits to Support the Whole Person:
Mental
- Access to certified therapists through
Spring Health , membership to
Headspace
Physical
- Physical therapy through
Omada,
thousands of
Aaptiv
virtual workouts ,
complimentary
One Medical
membership for primary and virtual care
Time Off
- Unlimited PTO (2-week minimum), Paid Company Holidays, Your Birthday Off, End of Year Recharge (Closed December 24 - January 1), Paid Parental Leave
Financial
- Traditional and Roth 401(k) with a 3% company match
Bonus
- Annual bonus based on tenure, which scales in total amount over time
Annual Company-wide Retreat
Work Environment Requirements
As a remote-first company, you’ll have the ability to work from your home office. For some positions, as posted, we will accommodate global opportunities where we have established businesses, including Canada, Mexico, and the UK. For global locations, you must have established and current work authorization and permanently reside in that country.
This role has the opportunity to operate 100% virtually from your home office. We primarily collaborate with our colleagues through virtual meetings (Zoom), and Slack. In this role, you will be required to operate a laptop computer (PC or Mac available), computer software platforms, and other office productivity tools as necessary. Due to the nature of this role, you must be able
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A leading performance marketing agency specializing in SaaS and tech companies is seeking an Associate Director, Paid Search & Social to work remotely across Canada. This role focuses on setting goals for client engagements, ensuring compliance with marketing best practices, and empowering teams through effective communication. The ideal candidate will have experience in performance marketing and a track record of managing client relationships. Competitive salary plus benefits including unlimited PTO and health coverage are offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr
