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Get Access To All JobsWhat makes Gartner a GREAT fit for you?
When you join Gartner, you’ll be part of a fast-growing team that helps the world become smarter and more connected. We’re the world’s leading research and advisory company, achieving consistent double-digit growth by steering clients toward the right decisions with business and technology insights they can’t find anywhere else. Our associates enjoy a collaborative work environment, exceptional training and career development — as well as unlimited growth opportunities. If you like working with a curious, supportive, high-performing team, Gartner is the place for you.
When you join Gartner for Technology Chief Marketing Officers (TCMO), you’ll set your career on track for outstanding achievement with a company that knows no limits. We’re the world authority on AI, helping clients make the right decisions with business and technology insights they can’t find anywhere else. Gartner Executive CMO Partners serve as trusted advisors to our members (clients) who are CMOs or SVPs of Marketing from Global 1000 organizations and government agencies.
Our Associates enjoy a collaborative work environment, exceptional career development as well as unlimited growth potential. If you like working with a generous, supportive, high-performing team, Gartner is where you want to be.
About this role:
The Executive Partner (EP) role is to serve as a trusted advisor to our senior-most marketing executive clients and deliver exceptional value by orchestrating the full capability of Gartner (research, analyst engagements, events and peer networking) to help each member-client define and exceed their specific enterprise goals.
Executive partners work with clients to define, develop, prioritize and/or critique marketing strategies and tactics; develop and/or transform overall skills and capability within the marketing organization; assist with the development and execution of a compelling marketing vision; aggregate and deliver Gartner research insights on key initiatives, priorities, and implementations; and in general, becoming a trusted advisor for the SVP, EVP or CMO. With the support of their EP, our clients achieve their goals more quickly, cost effectively and with a higher assurance of success.
What you’ll do:
Relationship Management
- The EP manages multiple senior executive member relationships and participates in account planning with Client Service Partners and Account Executives. These three individuals collectively and individually have responsibility for each assigned account.
- The EP actively participates in all phases of the member lifecycle: on-boarding, relationship management, delivery, review and renewal.
- The EP performs virtual or onsite workshops for client member and leads CMO/SVP, Marketing breakout sessions during annual Marketing Forums.
- Host, facilitate, and/or participate in periodic member activities, including working sessions to develop strategy, peer roundtables, sessions and client meetings at annual conferences, and virtual webinars. These activities may be delivered virtually or on-site depending on circumstance.
Success is defined by:
- Executing a smooth hand-off from the sales team
- Regularly engaging the member in a value-centric manner
- Partnering with Sales, Business Technology Insights and Service to delight the client
- Accurately identifying and addressing the member’s Mission Critical Priorities
- Developing and managing an engagement (value) plan for each client
- Participating (with Sales and client service managers) in quarterly account reviews
- Preparing value-added on-site engagements and member meetings
- Operational rigor in maintaining client activity in our CRM and scheduling systems
Sales and Marketing Support
The EP is responsible for member retention and for contributing to growth through support of sales in prospect cultivation, account planning/development and value demonstration activities delivered through proof-of-concept (POC) engagements.
Research Support
The EP supports research activities, such as facilitating member participation in research studies or case panels. The EP will leverage research and provide member feedback. The EP works with research analysts to review, refine, and deliver CMO/SVP Marketing relevant research.
Program Delivery
- Work with members to further their levels of Marketing maturity through delivery of research, peer networking, and coaching.
- Critique client strategies, guide clients in building their organizations, and assist in developing Marketing strategies, establishing priorities, and planning for implementation around key Marketing initiatives.
- Establish and maintain working relationships with various internal groups to create a comprehensive, well designed sustainable set of key deliverables for clients (including targeted research, personal coaching sessions, scripted analyst sessions, involvement with appropriate events, etc.)
- Direct and facilitate member peer group calls and/or meetings
Content Development and Management
- Participate in presentations, panels and workshops
- Participate in relevant research communities to keep topic area knowledge current and share member experiences with analysts
- Lead and participate in local events and roundtables
What you’ll need:
Subject Matter Expertise
- The EP must be a senior business executive and have demonstrated topic knowledge in developing and delivering overall marketing strategy, execution and performance improvement.
- The EP will be an accomplished current or former SVP, EVP of Marketing or CMO from a high technology large enterprise, with a broad base of expertise that has operated at a senior leadership level and driven change at all levels. Ideally more than one CMO level position at multiple enterprises.
Other requirements
- A university graduate (Masters preferred) with 10+ years' experience working as an SVP, EVP or CMO or in a senior management role in a Marketing Executive level capacity; or 5+ years in the capacity with 5+ years in another Marketing Executive role
- An in-depth understanding of the Marketing Function and the role of the CMO in a high tech environment / enterprise (including leadership, operations management, strategy and trends, use of metrics, etc.)
- In depth understanding of the business value of Marketing and the alignment of Business and Marketing strategies.
- Critical thinking and problem solving skills to assess member situations and provide actionable, outcome-based business advice, and the ability to leverage appropriate (Gartner and other) resources to help clients achieve business results
- Ability to lead and manage ambiguous situations
- Candidates must have excellent interpersonal skills; with a healthy dose of humility and experience working with C level executives. This individual should have strong reflective listening skills and the ability to adjust to client cues and needs
- Superior verbal and written communication skills and strong facilitation and presentation skills
- Collaboration and team leadership
- Strong time/project management skills
- Up to 20-25% domestic travel possible
- Consulting experience is a plus
THIS IS A REMOTE POSITION THAT CAN BE BASED ANYWHERE IN THE UNITED STATES.
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Who are we?
At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world.
Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities.
Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to 21,000 associates globally who support ~14,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That’s why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here.
What makes Gartner a great place to work?
Our vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities – opportunities that may not even exist right now – for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance.
We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients.
Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations.
We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work.
What do we offer?
Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.
In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive — working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.
Ready to grow your career with Gartner? Join us.
Gartner believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is 188,000 USD - 225,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. Our talent acquisition team will provide the specific opportunity on our bonus or incentive programs to eligible candidates. We also offer market leading benefit programs including generous PTO, a 401k match up to $7,200 per year, the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount, and more.
The policy of Gartner is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.
Gartner is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company’s career webpage as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling Human Resources at +1 (203) 964-0096 or by sending an email to ApplicantAccommodations@gartner.com.
Job Requisition ID: 108409
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What makes Gartner a GREAT fit for you?
When you join Gartner, you’ll be part of a fast-growing team that helps the world become smarter and more connected. We’re the world’s leading research and advisory company, achieving consistent double-digit growth by steering clients toward the right decisions with business and technology insights they can’t find anywhere else. Our associates enjoy a collaborative work environment, exceptional training and career development — as well as unlimited growth opportunities. If you like working with a curious, supportive, high-performing team, Gartner is the place for you.
When you join Gartner for Technology Chief Marketing Officers (TCMO), you’ll set your career on track for outstanding achievement with a company that knows no limits. We’re the world authority on AI, helping clients make the right decisions with business and technology insights they can’t find anywhere else. Gartner Executive CMO Partners serve as trusted advisors to our members (clients) who are CMOs or SVPs of Marketing from Global 1000 organizations and government agencies.
Our Associates enjoy a collaborative work environment, exceptional career development as well as unlimited growth potential. If you like working with a generous, supportive, high-performing team, Gartner is where you want to be.
About this role:
The Executive Partner (EP) role is to serve as a trusted advisor to our senior-most marketing executive clients and deliver exceptional value by orchestrating the full capability of Gartner (research, analyst engagements, events and peer networking) to help each member-client define and exceed their specific enterprise goals.
Executive partners work with clients to define, develop, prioritize and/or critique marketing strategies and tactics; develop and/or transform overall skills and capability within the marketing organization; assist with the development and execution of a compelling marketing vision; aggregate and deliver Gartner research insights on key initiatives, priorities, and implementations; and in general, becoming a trusted advisor for the SVP, EVP or CMO. With the support of their EP, our clients achieve their goals more quickly, cost effectively and with a higher assurance of success.
What you’ll do:
Relationship Management
- The EP manages multiple senior executive member relationships and participates in account planning with Client Service Partners and Account Executives. These three individuals collectively and individually have responsibility for each assigned account.
- The EP actively participates in all phases of the member lifecycle: on-boarding, relationship management, delivery, review and renewal.
- The EP performs virtual or onsite workshops for client member and leads CMO/SVP, Marketing breakout sessions during annual Marketing Forums.
- Host, facilitate, and/or participate in periodic member activities, including working sessions to develop strategy, peer roundtables, sessions and client meetings at annual conferences, and virtual webinars. These activities may be delivered virtually or on-site depending on circumstance.
Success is defined by:
- Executing a smooth hand-off from the sales team
- Regularly engaging the member in a value-centric manner
- Partnering with Sales, Business Technology Insights and Service to delight the client
- Accurately identifying and addressing the member’s Mission Critical Priorities
- Developing and managing an engagement (value) plan for each client
- Participating (with Sales and client service managers) in quarterly account reviews
- Preparing value-added on-site engagements and member meetings
- Operational rigor in maintaining client activity in our CRM and scheduling systems
Sales and Marketing Support
The EP is responsible for member retention and for contributing to growth through support of sales in prospect cultivation, account planning/development and value demonstration activities delivered through proof-of-concept (POC) engagements.
Research Support
The EP supports research activities, such as facilitating member participation in research studies or case panels. The EP will leverage research and provide member feedback. The EP works with research analysts to review, refine, and deliver CMO/SVP Marketing relevant research.
Program Delivery
- Work with members to further their levels of Marketing maturity through delivery of research, peer networking, and coaching.
- Critique client strategies, guide clients in building their organizations, and assist in developing Marketing strategies, establishing priorities, and planning for implementation around key Marketing initiatives.
- Establish and maintain working relationships with various internal groups to create a comprehensive, well designed sustainable set of key deliverables for clients (including targeted research, personal coaching sessions, scripted analyst sessions, involvement with appropriate events, etc.)
- Direct and facilitate member peer group calls and/or meetings
Content Development and Management
- Participate in presentations, panels and workshops
- Participate in relevant research communities to keep topic area knowledge current and share member experiences with analysts
- Lead and participate in local events and roundtables
What you’ll need:
Subject Matter Expertise
- The EP must be a senior business executive and have demonstrated topic knowledge in developing and delivering overall marketing strategy, execution and performance improvement.
- The EP will be an accomplished current or former SVP, EVP of Marketing or CMO from a high technology large enterprise, with a broad base of expertise that has operated at a senior leadership level and driven change at all levels. Ideally more than one CMO level position at multiple enterprises.
Other requirements
- A university graduate (Masters preferred) with 10+ years' experience working as an SVP, EVP or CMO or in a senior management role in a Marketing Executive level capacity; or 5+ years in the capacity with 5+ years in another Marketing Executive role
- An in-depth understanding of the Marketing Function and the role of the CMO in a high tech environment / enterprise (including leadership, operations management, strategy and trends, use of metrics, etc.)
- In depth understanding of the business value of Marketing and the alignment of Business and Marketing strategies.
- Critical thinking and problem solving skills to assess member situations and provide actionable, outcome-based business advice, and the ability to leverage appropriate (Gartner and other) resources to help clients achieve business results
- Ability to lead and manage ambiguous situations
- Candidates must have excellent interpersonal skills; with a healthy dose of humility and experience working with C level executives. This individual should have strong reflective listening skills and the ability to adjust to client cues and needs
- Superior verbal and written communication skills and strong facilitation and presentation skills
- Collaboration and team leadership
- Strong time/project management skills
- Up to 20-25% domestic travel possible
- Consulting experience is a plus
THIS IS A REMOTE POSITION THAT CAN BE BASED ANYWHERE IN THE UNITED STATES.
LI-DD1
LI-REMOTE
Who are we?
At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world.
Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities.
Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to 21,000 associates globally who support ~14,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That’s why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here.
What makes Gartner a great place to work?
Our vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities – opportunities that may not even exist right now – for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance.
We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients.
Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations.
We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work.
What do we offer?
Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.
In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive — working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.
Ready to grow your career with Gartner? Join us.
Gartner believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is 188,000 USD - 225,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. Our talent acquisition team will provide the specific opportunity on our bonus or incentive programs to eligible candidates. We also offer market leading benefit programs including generous PTO, a 401k match up to $7,200 per year, the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount, and more.
The policy of Gartner is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.
Gartner is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company’s career webpage as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling Human Resources at +1 (203) 964-0096 or by sending an email to ApplicantAccommodations@gartner.com.
Job Requisition ID: 108409
By submitting your information and application, you confirm that you have read and agree to the country or regional recruitment notice linked below applicable to your place of residence.
Gartner Applicant Privacy Link: https://jobs.gartner.com/applicant-privacy-policy
For efficient navigation through the application, please only use the back button within the application, not the back arrow within your browser.
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Position yourself as a specialist, not a generalist
CMO roles face H-1B specialty occupation scrutiny because USCIS questions whether a bachelor's degree in a specific field is universally required. Frame your background around a defined discipline, such as performance marketing, brand strategy, or growth, not broad leadership.
Consider the O-1A if you have a strong track record
CMOs with measurable achievements, press coverage, high compensation relative to peers, or industry awards may qualify for the O-1A extraordinary ability visa. This bypasses the H-1B lottery entirely and suits senior executives with a documented record of impact.
Ensure your degree field aligns with your job duties
USCIS expects a direct connection between your degree and the role. A marketing, communications, or business degree supporting a data-driven CMO position is defensible. A mismatch between your academic background and stated job duties is a common denial trigger.
Target employers with a documented sponsorship history
Large consumer brands, enterprise SaaS companies, and VC-backed growth-stage startups are the most active CMO-level sponsors. Employers who have previously sponsored senior marketing hires understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw an offer mid-petition.
Get the job description right before filing
The petition's job description must establish that the role requires a specific bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field. Vague language like 'preferred' or 'or equivalent experience' weakens the specialty occupation argument and invites a Request for Evidence.
Start the conversation about sponsorship early in the process
Many employers are open to sponsoring CMO-level talent but assume it's prohibitively complicated. Raising it after an offer creates friction. Introducing it during the final interview stage, alongside a clear summary of the process, leads to smoother outcomes.
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Can a Chief Marketing Officer role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but it requires careful petition construction. USCIS classifies H-1B eligibility around specialty occupation, meaning the role must normally require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. Broad executive roles can draw Requests for Evidence. A well-drafted job description that ties CMO duties to a specific discipline, such as marketing analytics, digital strategy, or brand management, significantly strengthens the case.
Is the O-1A a realistic option for senior marketing executives?
For many CMOs, yes. The O-1A covers individuals with extraordinary ability, demonstrated through criteria like high relative compensation, prominent media coverage, judging the work of others, or leading organizations with a distinguished reputation. CMOs at notable brands or with a documented record of revenue impact often meet three or more of the eight criteria required. Unlike the H-1B, there's no lottery.
What degree does a CMO need to qualify for visa sponsorship?
A bachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, communications, or a closely related field is the standard baseline for H-1B specialty occupation. Advanced degrees strengthen the petition. If your degree is in an unrelated field, substantial documented experience in marketing leadership can sometimes bridge the gap, though this requires a more detailed legal argument and increases RFE risk.
How hard is it to get H-1B sponsorship as a CMO compared to technical roles?
More difficult, primarily because USCIS scrutinizes non-technical executive roles more closely when assessing whether a specific degree is universally required. Approval rates for marketing and management occupations trend lower than for engineering or technology roles. A strong employer sponsor with immigration counsel experienced in executive petitions, combined with a tightly scoped job description, is essential. Migrate Mate filters for employers who actively sponsor roles at this level.
Can a startup sponsor a CMO for an H-1B or O-1A visa?
Yes, though startups face additional scrutiny on their ability to pay the prevailing wage and maintain the employment relationship. For H-1B petitions, USCIS may review financial statements, funding rounds, and revenue to confirm the company can support the position. VC-backed startups with a documented funding history generally satisfy this requirement. The O-1A has no employer size requirement, making it a practical path for executives joining early-stage companies.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Chief Marketing Officer jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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